Australian Bird Drawings

Author

Thomas J. Dougherty, Fort Hays State University

Department

Art

Degree Name

Master of Fine Arts (MFA)

Abstract

In searching for a vehicle to express my artistic statement I chose an adapted version of an Australian bird. A little color, some expressive line, and proper placement creates an image in which I enjoy discovering over and over again. By repeating the same bird in my thesis work, I felt free to explore one theme to its natural conclusion. This freedom led me in some unexpected directions which included mixed media on paper, collage, porcelain, and bisque fired stoneware. Drawing on clay added an extra dimension to my present work, and will have as much emphasis as drawing on paper in the near future.

Keywords

Art

Advisor

Joanne Harwick

Date of Award

Spring 1982

Document Type

Thesis - campus only access

DOI

10.58809/CRDP8681

Recommended Citation

Dougherty, Thomas J., "Australian Bird Drawings" (1982). Master's Theses. 1843.
DOI: 10.58809/CRDP8681
Available at: https://scholars.fhsu.edu/theses/1843

Rights

© The Author(s)

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