Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Research Brainstorming

I have had a few thoughts about what I would like to research. Because I am still an undergrad I would like to explore myself more as an artist. Currently what I am inspired by is the Iowan landscape which I have grown up in. I never realized how beautiful it was until I traveled to the central and western part of the state. The hills form wonderful shapes and lines that are reflective in my work.

The other idea I have thought about, mostly over the course of these last six months is Celiac Disease. I have recently got diagnosed with it and still have a lot to learn, and what better way to do so by researching it and maybe the effects it has on me as an artist.

Another thought I had to research is children and young adults coupled with art. What does art bring? What is most successful with students? Curriculum?

One goal of mine has been to journal. I would really like to incorporate that into my research by journaling and collaging creating beautiful works of art of thoughts or ideas.


3 comments:

  1. Natasha,

    I love that you are inspired by the Iowa landscape. I have felt the same way recently. I live close to the Coralville Reservoir and have been traveling out there from time to time to take pictures. What medium to you like to use in your art?

    I really like what you said at the end of your entry. I'm really interested in the idea of blending, fusing words and art.

    See you in class : )

    Amie

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  2. You could also think of the landscape of Celiac's disease-how do you navigate such a landscape
    remind me to give you Mary Swander's book

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  3. I really became inspired by the Iowan landscape when traveling in the Tama and Toledo Iowa area. It is beautiful over there with the large rolling hills! I can see where Grant Wood found his inspiration.

    I also love the idea of collage work. I think I am going to focus on that for my project! Thank you for all the great comments!

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