We believe in the systems that keep us alive

Identifier

etd-06122008-100133

Author

Ezra Kellerman, Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical CollegeFollow

Degree

Master of Fine Arts (MFA)

Department

Art

Document Type

Thesis

Abstract

ABSTRACT We Believe In the Systems That Keep Us Alive is a body of work that uses parallels identified between writing and media critique of contemporary events. The parallels are labeled as four specific systems: nutritional, administrative, life-support, and nurturing. Through a combination of interactive and object based sculpture, each system is represented with visual metaphor and allegory to place the viewer in a direct and specialized paradox. Paradoxes audience members encounter are intended to illustrate to the audience what conflicts can arise by being included in a system where governing agency of any sort does not meet with individual desires.

Date

2008

Document Availability at the Time of Submission

Release the entire work immediately for access worldwide.

Recommended Citation

Kellerman, Ezra, "We believe in the systems that keep us alive" (2008). LSU Master's Theses. 2614.
https://repository.lsu.edu/gradschool_theses/2614

Committee Chair

Loren Schwerd

DOI

10.31390/gradschool_theses.2614