A Search for Visual Meaning Using Linear Construction and an Exaggerated Palette

Author

Shan Salter, Fort Hays Kansas State College

Department

Art

Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Abstract

To establish the main purpose of this thesis, let me start with identifying the subject matter - the human form. Being studies in abstraction, these forms are not discernable at first glance, for they are only points of departure, the true meaning lying in the emotional element evoked. Although there are a few distinguishing lines to close in the figure, the most important aspect of my paintings and my goal in painting them was to find the human element in a personal manner using a linear construction and an exaggerated palette, as the interpreters.

Keywords

Acrylic painting, Creative ability, Fort Hays State University, Human figure in art, Mixed media, Abstract art

Advisor

Eugene Harwick

Date of Award

Spring 1973

Document Type

Thesis - campus only access

DOI

10.58809/LSMZ9199

Recommended Citation

Salter, Shan, "A Search for Visual Meaning Using Linear Construction and an Exaggerated Palette" (1973). Master's Theses. 1473.
DOI: 10.58809/LSMZ9199
Available at: https://scholars.fhsu.edu/theses/1473

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