Kaylee Collinson: capstone
Date
2013
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Collinson, Kaylee, artist
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The artist's statement: My artwork is a visual representation of my journey towards a higher consciousness. I use painting to express a metaphysical side of myself that otherwise could not be explained to others. I have found that my paintings are greatly influenced by the different stages of my spiritual exploration, and the appreciation of blissful moments that occur in everyday life. Connecting with my spiritual side has often been in the presence of nature. I am greatly inspired by the vivid bright colors naturally found in flowers and their feminine shapes. Floral imagery can be found repeatedly within my paintings. I often create mandalas that radiate from a central point to symbolize renewal and growth. Working with symmetry and centralized compositions is a meditative process for me and can transcend the viewer to a similar state when interacting with my paintings. I use ancient motifs inspired by Buddhist and Hindu sacred artworks. I transform these designs in a contemporary way that is more representative of my personal journey to find peace of mind within a society that is more concerned with the material than the spiritual. Beyond the realm of aesthetic pleasure, I hope that my work will encourage viewers to seek an enlightened path for themselves.
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Colorado State University Art 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.