Prograde & Retrograde - Rollins Museum of Art - 2022
Prograde & Retrograde
was the final show for the art majors of the class of 2022, marking the completion of their capstone projects.
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A Better Tomorrow, 2022, Archival Pigment Print, 18" x 12"
A Thing of the Past, 2022, Archival Pigment Print, 18" x 12"
Convert, 2022, Archival Pigment Print, 18" x 12"
Don't Dry Out, 2022, Archival Pigment Print, 18" x 12"
Consumerism Kills, 2022, Archival Pigment Print, 18" x 12"
You, 2022, Archival Pigment Print, 18" x 12"
The More You Know (Inside), 2022, Laser Print, 8.5" x 11"
The More You Know (Front and Back Cover), 2022, Laser Print, 8.5" x 11"
Installation
Below is my installation I created for this exhibition. Titled MJX Office, this installation brings you into the world of the Intergalactic Environmental Federation as you’re dropped into the office space of Mila J. Xokop, a new advertisement design team member dealing with creating informational posters as well as PSAs. Located in the Centaurus A Galaxy, the Executive Office of Environmental Affairs is a subdivision of the IEF dealing with the protection of environmental resources, enhancement of clean energy, and ensuring a pollution-free future across this particular galaxy. The office space offers insight into what goes into the process of creating posters and ads that support the IEF’s purpose within the galaxy.
ARTIST TALK
April 19, 2022
I had the opportunity to give an artist talk where I discussed the themes of my installation, the creative process behind it, and the world-building elements that bring it to life. A key focus of my talk was the use of solastalgia through objects and propaganda like posters. I used familiar items to transport viewers to personal memories, evoke emotions, and create a sense of connection. I explored the materials and techniques I used, the deeper meaning behind the work, and why I created this installation, offering insight into the ways nostalgia shapes our experiences and interpretations.