I've wondered how much convenience takes from us. Not only does it harm our environment, but it deters the spirit. It can deteriorate any interest in taking on anything remotely challenging, and I feel myself entering a depressive state. We are curious and creative human beings, fully capable of showing love and surviving hardship, regardless of the circumstances. Simplification can bring peace and turmoil. And reducing ourselves to systems can manifest give-and-take scenarios in which human experiences become unnaturally transactional.
- Cherish Spikes
Student Works Conference
During the SCW conference, I was required to give a brief presentation of my work and process.
Final
Recollection, 2024 (oil on canvas, 12x36")
During my time as a student, I felt torn between mediums. For my thesis, I decided I'd like to experiment between mediums. Designing and modeling scenes in blender as surreal interpretations of the world around me. I intended for those familiar with the environment in San Francisco to be able to recognize, possible even identify with, the architecture and mood referenced in each frame.
Workflow
Below is the thesis work in progress. I collaborated with Amanda Harris, an artist and friend who graduated from Dominican through Alonzo King Lines Ballet. I shared with her the emotional space I intended to capture with these works, and she embodied it perfectly. It was a wonderful opportunity to work with her on this project!
