Art, Design, and Poetry for Willingness
Session Title
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Faculty Mentor
Jason Tselentis, M.F.A.| Tamara LaValla, B.F.A.| Ephraim Sommers, Ph.D| Dereck Napper, B.F.A. (Woolard Technology Centre derek.napper@kcsdschools.net)
College
College of Visual and Performing Arts
Department
Design
Abstract
Through this project, I will write, design and produce a poetry book in an effort to use the creative process to find growth and healing. This book will center around the concept of willingness, which means choosing to allow yourself to engage and experience the emotions you are feeling. This book will be my journey in understanding my feelings and experiences, making an effort towards healing, and finding my own definition of happiness. Through this, I can guide readers to connect to their feelings and find a greater appreciation for themselves and the world around them. In this personal exploration of practicing vulnerability and willingness, my goals are to connect to others, encourage growth from mistakes and mental illness, and find love and compassion for yourself. In exposing my trials and struggles, I will shape myself, and creative forms such as fine art, design, and writing will be my tool.
Course Assignment
VCOM 486 and VCOM 487 – Tselentis
Previously Presented/Performed?
Winthrop University Showcase of Undergraduate Research and Creative Endeavors, Rock Hill, SC, April 2023.
Start Date
15-4-2023 12:00 PM
Art, Design, and Poetry for Willingness
Through this project, I will write, design and produce a poetry book in an effort to use the creative process to find growth and healing. This book will center around the concept of willingness, which means choosing to allow yourself to engage and experience the emotions you are feeling. This book will be my journey in understanding my feelings and experiences, making an effort towards healing, and finding my own definition of happiness. Through this, I can guide readers to connect to their feelings and find a greater appreciation for themselves and the world around them. In this personal exploration of practicing vulnerability and willingness, my goals are to connect to others, encourage growth from mistakes and mental illness, and find love and compassion for yourself. In exposing my trials and struggles, I will shape myself, and creative forms such as fine art, design, and writing will be my tool.
