Research Symposium

BIO

Hi! My name is Trinity Frazier, and I am a second-year junior! I am from South Florida and I enjoy drawing, painting, and singing. Some of my campus involvements include the Alliance for Black Women, The National Society of Black Women in Medicine, and RENEW, which have allowed me enhance my leadership and communication skills. Although my major is psychology, I enjoy expressing myself in a variety of ways, including art, which is why I chose to minor in art entrepreneurship. This research project has allowed me to explore various art styles and techniques, such laser cutting and laser engraving. It has been so rewarding to experiment and learn about the process of how art pieces are made. After graduation, I plan to attend graduate school and pursue a PhD in clinical psychology.

Laser Cutting Through History: Exploring the Process of Art Curation and Fabrication

Abstract

Art curation and fabrication can be a very tedious process for many artists, which is the focus of this research project. This project emphasizes the importance and significance of meticulously crafting and arranging pieces to convey a message or information through artwork. In order to better understand these processes, I was able to assist Professor Meredith Lynn with the curation and fabrication of her artwork, which focuses on the “impacts of climate change and land management and ownership” (meredithlauralynn.com). Collaborating with her partner, Katie Hargrave, Professor Lynn utilizes multimedia to highlight our environment and the profound effects of capitalism and tourism on our land. Their work draws inspiration from William Henry Jackson, who is known as the first person to photograph the area of Yellowstone (nps.gov). Jackson’s work played a pivotal role in passing a bill to establish Yellowstone as the first national park. Professor Lynn’s artwork skillfully captures the experiences of Jackson and his colleagues, while they surveyed and explored various landmarks. Through this research, I’ve had the opportunity to experiment with a variety of fabrication techniques including file sorting, laser cutting, and laser engraving to assist Professor Lynn in effectively conveying her message through her artwork. ​

Keywords: Art Curation, Land Exploration, Laser Cutting