Keywords

illustration, portraiture, comics, comic books, graphic narrative, graphic novels

Abstract

My art examines visual culture using a plethora of techniques, formats, and materials. Recent works address family, pop-culture, and politics utilizing portraiture and short-form comics. Much of my art expresses humor through colorful, irreverent imagery, and many works employ satire and parody. Leveraging my experience as a professional illustrator and designer, I tailor my approach to each project, drawing upon divergent styles with an emphasis on polish and accessibility. I frequently adapt well-known images to recontextualize subjects. In my investigation of graphic narrative, I produced political comics, vintage comic book parodies, and experimental, interactive work. This body of work was produced with brushes and paint, touchscreen tablet, digital prints, LED lights, magnetic stock, and more. Though disparate in shape and content, the works are united by a joyful exploration of process and form.

Completion Date

2024

Semester

Summer

Committee Chair

Abraham, Charlie

Degree

Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.)

College

College of Arts and Humanities

Department

School of Visual Arts and Design

Degree Program

Emerging Media, Studio Art and Design Track

Format

application/pdf

Identifier

DP0028524

URL

https://purls.library.ucf.edu/go/DP0028524

Language

English

Release Date

8-15-2024

Length of Campus-only Access

None

Access Status

Masters Thesis (Open Access)

Campus Location

Orlando (Main) Campus

Accessibility Status

Meets minimum standards for ETDs/HUTs

Download

Share

COinS