A Blending of Purpose: The Juxtaposition of Functional and Aesthetic Qualities in Pots of Use.

<p>This thesis supports the Master of Fine Arts exhibition entitled <em>A Blending of Purpose</em> at East Tennessee State University, Carroll Reece Museum, Johnson City, Tennessee, November 4 – 22, 2004. It discusses the artist’s desire to create exceptionally crafted functional work which focuses on both compelling aesthetics and strong utilitarian considerations. Topics include the artistic validity of functional works, aesthetic and functional qualities, tactile sensation as a consideration, machine-made works versus hand-made works, a characteristic described as the <em>Life Quality</em>, and the piece’s completion in use.</p> <p>The artist examines her influences including work ceramists Dan Finnegan, Nick Joerling and Ken Sedberry, as well as form and design elements found in the art and architecture of India.</p> <p>Practical application in form and process of these ideas and influences is discussed.</p>

Name thesis:degree_name

MFA (Master of Fine Arts)

Level thesis:degree_level

Thesis - unrestricted

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Art

Year dc:date.issued

2004

Author dc:creator

• Decker-Smith, Jessica Lindsay

• Ceramics
• Functional Pottery
• Aesthetics
• Utilitarian
• Life Quality
• Indian Architecture
• Dan Finnegan
• Ken Sedberry
• Nick Joerling
• Art and Design
• Arts and Humanities

Statement dc:rights

• Copyright by the authors.

Repository record dc:identifier

https://dc.etsu.edu/etd/964

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:dc.etsu.edu:etd-2121