Date of Award
Spring 5-6-2023
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Fine Arts
Department
Art
First Advisor
Ms. Eden Collins, MFA
Second Advisor
Dr. David A. Lewis, PhD
Third Advisor
Dr. William Nieberding, PhD
Fourth Advisor
Ms. Caroline C.C. Conn, MFA
Abstract
The Great Unlearning is a conceptual exploration: sifting through experiences and objects to overcome psychological pain, expectations of society, individual upbringing, and outside influences in an ongoing quest for authenticity. To both embrace personal history and honor loved ones while letting go of lingering negativity is challenging. Using objects culled from my life, examining the past, and incorporating items gathered along my path through nature, the work seeks personal healing while promoting the power of all people to break from indoctrination, group think, and mob mentality to make better choices to live a satisfying and peaceful existence…hopefully in a democratic free society.
Repository Citation
Pears, Catherine McCrory, "The Great Unlearning" (2023). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 495.
https://scholarworks.sfasu.edu/etds/495
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