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Title	Fashion: Metal
Artist	McElroy, Katie
Subject - LCSH	Art, Modern Ball State University--Students
Exhibition Date	2009
Artist Statement	The inspiration for this creative project is based on my fascination with the natural world and various metalsmithing techniques. Casting, electroplating, forging, construction, enameling of fold-forms, and cold connections were all utilized in the creation of these sculptures. Another component surrounding this series of metalwork is the identification of arboreal patterns found in nature. This tree-like structure ranges from small to large scale. For example: lightning, trees, the circulatory system, brain cells, river systems, and population growth. Branching systems that are prevalent on earth and in the human body specifically intrigues me. The frequency of this pattern prompts me to consider the Gaia Hypothesis and similarities between the planet and humans. Is the earth a living organism that we are all a part of? The sculptures are intended to personify Gaia. I chose to use morning glory vines to represent humans. This decision was made because some species of morning glories choke out other vegetation while other species are planted in gardens. I am essentially asking if humans are a type of weed upon the earth. This question is motivated by the current ecological crisis. As population continues to grow and temperatures rise, how much can the world sustain? I would like to give a special thanks to Pat Nelson. She has been an incredible mentor for me. I am also extremely grateful for my other committee members, Kenton Hall and Chet Gieselman. It has been a pleasure to work with all of you. Thank you! To all my family and friends, I deeply appreciate your support and love.
Subject - TGM	Art Mixed media Metalwork Jewelry
Time Period	2000s (2000-2009) Twenty-first century, C. E.
Medium	Copper and enamel
Series	2-3-2: Paper, Metal, Paper
Exhibition	Summer 2009 Thesis Exhibitions
Physical Dimensions	28 x 20 x 25 cm.
Media Type	Still image
Original Format	Art Color images
Digital Date	2009-12-29 (Loaded)
File Format	image/jpeg
Pixel Width	2694
Pixel Height	2118
Digitization Equipment	Nikon Coolpix 8700 Digital Camera
Digital Identifier	BSU-SAC-4096.jpg
Collection	Ball State University Student Art Collection
Collection URL	http://libx.bsu.edu/collection.php?CISOROOT=/BSUArtists
Copyright	Copyright 2009, Ball State University and the original artist. All rights reserved.

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