Cal State Fullerton Art Gallery to show Art Nouveau & the Female Figure |
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| Written by Cynthia Pitcher |
| Tuesday, 18 August 2009 03:52 |
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 Today, approximately 100 years since its
development, artists continue to reference Art Nouveau in terms of the female
image, the decadent curvilinear embellishments, and the influence of Japanese
woodblock prints. Contemporary artists interpret these ideas by incorporating
the stylistic and symbolic notions of “the line” in a way that reflects the
values and style of the 21st century. This exhibition demonstrates the impact designers and illustrators have made on our visual culture. These artists successfully merge the fine art and commercial art worlds, applying fine art techniques and art historical ideas to commercial avenues geared towards fashion, music and popular culture. Redefining the Line appeals to those with an art background as well as to a wide audience that can appreciate the artworksʼ vibrancy and cutting-edge imagery. The exhibition presents recent and new works, including site-specific installations, and original works created exclusively for Redefining the Line. The Visual Arts Department at Cal State Fullerton. Nestled between the ocean and the mountains in Fullerton, California we are located thirty miles east of downtown Los Angeles and Hollywood and in close proximity to major museums, galleries and the entertainment and design communities of Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Our faculty, alumni and students participate in the energized twenty-first century Southern California fine art and commercial art scene. We teach, we learn, we experiment and explore in this exciting environment. Each student artist is encouraged to develop a philosophical and personal direction while focusing on a specialization that meets the needs of today's complex mix of art and technology. We are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design to offer a full range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Click on logo below to add this article to your favorite Social Website ~ |
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