Brys Scotland: capstone
Date
2015
Authors
Scotland, Brys, artist
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The artist's statement: To me, creating a magnificent design is key. I believe in a balanced and clean design that can cause a moment in time where a viewer stops and reflects on their life and feels a connection. I make art for that feeling. It's the feeling of knowing what an artist is saying and making that connection between the past, present, and future. I constantly keep learning through my art to find something that is new, improved, and contemporary while reflecting on past accomplishments, designers, and works that have inspired me to become the strongest designer I can be. Contemporary art is the ability to use the skills of the great designers and artists of the past, and adapt their design skills into new and improved designs. By using contemporary techniques, such as digital painting and digital compositing of imagery and typography, I can create clean designs that reflect the wants and needs of the clients and viewers. As a designer, I have the ability to portray ancient ideas, people, and innovations and show them in a contemporary light. I do not create pieces that are truly modern, but instead, focus on a balanced, straightforward design that conveys the intended message amidst a sea of numerous competing styles and brands. I did not start out with a certain design focus in mind, but have migrated to environmental design and design work that would be fit to be used in a particular area, such as Fort Collins, Colorado, or the West. To me, design work should reflect where you are designing in retrospect to the surroundings around you. This not only helps to create a memorable design, but also helps me to continually be inspired by the people and places around me. No matter where I end up, I will always be able to find something or someone who will influence my design and help me to improve as a contemporary designer.
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Colorado State University Art and Art History Department capstone project.
Capstone contains the artist's statement, a list of works, and images of works.
Capstone contains the artist's statement, a list of works, and images of works.
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graphic design