COLLECTION NAME:
Graduate Thesis Collection
Record
Title:
The Danse
Creator:
Palmer, Sarah
Subject:
Thesis (M.F.A.) -- Painting
Subject:
Savannah College of Art and Design -- Department of Painting
Rights:
Copyright is retained by the authors or artists of items in this collection, or their descendants, as stipulated by United States copyright law.
Abstract:
"This thesis, through my paintings of ballet dancers, explores the idea of 'essence,' as
defined as what lies behind the immediate, what is its core nature, and what lies behind the
character of an image. Much like Plato’s Allegory of the Cave, there is more to be seen beyond
the shadows. Enabling the viewer to see beyond the image and experience the dancer’s dreams,
discipline, and dedication, collage elements provide a lens of fabrication and imagination.
Additionally, brightly colored palettes, diagonals, and arcing lines defying the laws of
perspective, demand an interaction with the audience, providing movement and energy as the
dancers appear to move across the stage. Ultimately this body of work brings to light the value of
essence for humanity as a form of authenticity in viewing the world."
defined as what lies behind the immediate, what is its core nature, and what lies behind the
character of an image. Much like Plato’s Allegory of the Cave, there is more to be seen beyond
the shadows. Enabling the viewer to see beyond the image and experience the dancer’s dreams,
discipline, and dedication, collage elements provide a lens of fabrication and imagination.
Additionally, brightly colored palettes, diagonals, and arcing lines defying the laws of
perspective, demand an interaction with the audience, providing movement and energy as the
dancers appear to move across the stage. Ultimately this body of work brings to light the value of
essence for humanity as a form of authenticity in viewing the world."
Abstract:
Includes images of the author's exhibition held November 8-30, 2018, at the Trois Gallery in Atlanta, Georgia
Abstract:
Keywords: ballet, dance, essence, ambition, dedication, passion, discipline
Publisher:
Savannah, Georgia : Savannah College of Art and Design (Atlanta)
Date:
2018-11
Format:
PDF : 32 pages, color images