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Emily Starr
"Self portraits have always intrigued me. Artists may surrender their borders and offer the viewer insight into the private realm of self reflection. The artist might also extend beyond internal reflection and project ideas formulated from external sources. They use their self image to explore ideas about the condition of the individual in our contemporary society. Sometimes, perhaps out of convenience, the artist needs a form from which to work and his/her own is readily available. In some cases, one may choose to create self portraits for all these reasons.
"These artworks contain images that emerge and recede within geometric and textural landscapes. I am interested in the visual dynamic between the organic form of the figure and structural lines that both surround and obscure it. The use of mixed media such as sand and gesso allowed further exploration in layering in a tactile way.
"This body of work, although it includes my image, is process oriented. I was inspired to create compositions that would incorporate the organic imagery of human form and the abstraction of lines and shapes."
Westerville, Ohio artist Emily Starr received her BA with art, drawing, photography and art history concentrations from Otterbein College in 2009. Recently, her work was exhibited at Miller Gallery.
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The Studio M show may be seen during regular Museum hours, Tuesday through
Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., except when
the Silk Room has been reserved for private functions. A call to the Museum
office can confirm that the exhibit is available for viewing: 330-833-4061.
Studio M enhances the collaboration between the Museum and the community by showcasing the artistic talents of local, regional, and national artists. The series of five-week shows will continue throughout the year, selected by jurors from proposals submitted by artists. Brochures containing guidelines and an application are available by contacting the Massillon Museum at 330-833-4061 or www.massillonmuseum.org. The Massillon Museum is located at 121 Lincoln Way East (Ohio Route 172) in the heart of downtown Massillon. A visit to the Massillon Museum is always free. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
APPLY TO Studio M: Would you like to exhibit your work at Studio M?
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2010 Schedule:
Mount Union Fine Art Majors
Emily Starr
Brittany Steigert
Cari Miller
Boys and Girls Club of Massillon Art Exhibit
Boy Scouts Art Exhibit of Parade Float Designs
Cheri Mohn
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Previous Studio M Exhibitions: Click here for a full archive of Studio M Exhibits.
Christine Shearer, Massillon Museum Director - 330-833-4061
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