Abstract
Observation serves as the cornerstone for all my artistic endeavors. This thesis will explore the nuanced emotions that emerge during and after the observation process. Specifically, it delves into instances where elements in the city I currently inhabit are mistakenly associated with my hometown, providing a platform for expressing my sentiments towards the sweet-scented osmanthus flowers of my roots. The discourse within the thesis extends beyond the realms of contemporary metal and jewelry art, encompassing references to olfactory art and various other crafts as I explore the forms and fragrances of Osmanthus.
Publication Date
4-29-2024
Document Type
Thesis
Student Type
Graduate
Degree Name
Metals and Jewelry Design (MFA)
Department, Program, or Center
American Crafts, School for
College
College of Art and Design
Advisor
Juan Carlos Caballero-Perez
Advisor/Committee Member
Denton Crawford
Advisor/Committee Member
Eileen Bushnell
Recommended Citation
Ni, Zixuan, "Osmanthus" (2024). Thesis. Rochester Institute of Technology. Accessed from
https://repository.rit.edu/theses/11903
Campus
RIT – Main Campus