by Jeffrey A. Stapleton Ideas for my art often begin with a single image—a face that holds mystery, emotion, or attitude. I’m endlessly fascinated by the human face because it’s our most universal form of… Continue reading Layers of Story: Where My Mosaic Art Comes From
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Finding Space: The Quiet Struggle of an Emerging Fine Artist
Being an artist sounds romantic until you realize how much of it involves politely asking people if you can hang your work on their walls. Behind every finished piece—every carefully crafted composition and layered story—is… Continue reading Finding Space: The Quiet Struggle of an Emerging Fine Artist
Once the art is finished and you have the opportunity to do a solo show, the real work begins.
The creation of new pieces introduces an element of vulnerability as the artist ventures into uncharted territory. The anticipation and anxiety that accompany unveiling never-before-seen works add a layer of complexity to the preparation process.… Continue reading Once the art is finished and you have the opportunity to do a solo show, the real work begins.
Art Life in the 21st Century
The role of technology as a medium for art With the technological advances not only in paint and tools but also in cameras and computers, art has taken new forms. Digital art is an artistic practice since… Continue reading Art Life in the 21st Century
OH Those Tech Specs!
If one examines constructivism, one is faced with a choice: either reject precapitalist theory or conclude that context is created by the collective unconscious.
Art and artists have the ability to solve substantial problems.
It could be said that Bataille uses the term ‘semantic theory’ to denote the role of the participant as reader.
Branding a revolutionary concept in Dayton… and the United States
Creating the brand identity for The Greater Dayton School, Ohio’s groundbreaking private non-religious institution for under-resourced students, was a journey rooted in innovation and social impact. Beyond being an educational facility, it embodies an entirely… Continue reading Branding a revolutionary concept in Dayton… and the United States