Author: kdehart

Project 3

by kdehart

Disney’s Deception, 2021

Keeley DeHart

12x18in print

 

Artist Statement:

 

We all grew up hearing renditions of the same fairy tales meant to teach us a valuable life lesson while preserving the childish hope that we, just like every protagonist, will get our “happily ever after,” the original stories, however, often tell darker tales with less desirable endings. I wanted to present the stories both as censored and as originally presented, with pivotable moments within the plot that show the original, darker plotlines juxtaposed with the utopian version we have grown accustomed to. I utilized a high quality image with a lowered opacity in order to mimic the stained glass textures often depicting fairytale murals. I used the bucket tool in order to fill the spaces drawn to mimic the designs of stained glass. The rectangle tool was utilized to create the white borders that distinguish each postcard. Different shades of each color were used in order to create the image while still remaining unique and creating visual complexity; Various shades of blue were utilized to create Cinderella’s glass slipper, and purple dipping into orange conveyed the feeling of a sunset in the background without the use of blending. These cells were made by creating random geometric shapes and patterns by using the pen tool with a stabilizer in order to prevent the lines from being shaky or jagged. I utilized the mixer brush tool with a chalk-like brush in order to create the blood and foam patterns on the “original” glass panes. Additionally, when creating the original frames and compositions, I made use of the symmetry tool again in order to make the compositions symmetrical in order to highlight both the similarities and juxtaposition within the original stories and their watered-down versions.

 

External sources:

 

https://pixfeeds.com/images/27/560173/1200-82925511-frosted-glass.jpg

 

Project 2

by kdehart

KeeleyDeHart325.Project2.BalancePoster

Balance (2020)

9inch x13inch 

 

Artist Statement:

 

With climate change and rising sea levels threatening our homes, lives, and world, I wanted to instill hope in the audience that positive change is possible if we try to save the environment.

 

I drew the figure of the young girl to represent the future generations most impacted by climate change. I drew her with traditional pencil and paper, then colored her in using colored pencils and markers. I then scanned her onto my computer. I utilized a filter to give her the appearance of appearing underwater, or that she herself is made out of water in order to depict the symbiotic relationship of man and nature. I then added warm yellows and oranges emitting from  her chest to depict a glow coming from the globe within photoshop. The globe is made by combining several images of textures together to mimic a globe and yin and yang symbol in order to depict the harmony and balance between man and nature required to save the Earth. I used a background and painted over it with the paint tool and smudge tool in order to create the light, ripples, and sky. The image as a whole was brought into InDesign, which I then put text over to convey my message, highlighting the impactful words in a complementary color to make them stand out. 

 

Source Images:

 

https://www.artstation.com/marketplace/p/6Y33/moss-lake-water-ground-environment-forest-river-grass-mold-seamless-pbr-texture

 

https://wallhere.com/en/wallpaper/1979089

 

https://www.artstation.com/artwork/AOaZm

 

 

Project 1

by kdehart

Keeley_DeHart_project1.

Queendom

Keeley DeHart, 2020

9×13 inches

Artist Statement:

 

The concept for Red Velvet’s Queendom album cover is inspired by both the innocent and elegant side of Red Velvet depicted through rococo motifs and colors with regal and unique visuals of the group members, in addition to the darker side as depicted by the blood red and black design hinting at witchcraft on the backcover, which is a nod to the music video for the title track, Queendom. 

I utilized photoshop in order to create the rococo designs utilized for the background. Using the symmetry tool, I created a background inspired by rococo textiles and interior design in order to create an interesting visual that fulfills the theme of elegance and royalty. The visual of the members on the front was edited in photoshop in order to create more distinct features, shadows, and changing the colors of the dresses and perspective to fit the cover and concept of Queendom more. I decided to make this a deep blue color for the front cover, while making it black and dark red for the back in order to create a noticeable and unnerving juxtaposition while utilizing the same design for both the front and back. Also using the symmetry tool, I created a crown inspired by the same art style, with 5 gems and crown spikes to represent each of the members. I also added a pentagram and witch hat that is most noticeable through rotational symmetry (by turning the visual upside down), in order to add to the unnerving symbolism and tie the innocent and devious themes together. I also made this crown and witch hat symbol a lighter shade of red than the rest of the background of the back cover in order to make the imagery stand out. The tracklist on the back cover is white with a red outline in order to be distinct from the background, while also avoiding seeming out of place, which is why I utilized the red outline. The members’ names at the bottom of the back cover are in their representative colors in order to be both consistent with the visual on the front while making the back cover more distinct. 

Source Elements:

Peekaboo Album Visual (2015)

Keeley_DeHart_project1.325-2

Final Project Proposal

by kdehart

Project Title: FantaSEA

For my final project, I want to create an underwater fantasy concept. The concept would involve costuming, makeup, props, and lighting that evoke a mystical, nautical feeling. I want to create this concept through my series because I have always cherished fantasy settings, and as a scuba diver and environmentalist, I view water as an important resource and environment. The general feeling I want the viewer to experience when looking at my series is a sense of wonderment and mysticism. I came to this concept by thinking of Ariel’s Grotto in Walt Disney World, the Wizard of Oz film, Pandora from Avatar, and thinking of the art created by teamLAB and Bryan Huynh. 

The technical aspects of my setup for the series involves multiple steps. First, my model will be dressed in a ballgown to evoke a fantasy concept while dressing in a gown similar to the costumes seen on Cinderella, the Little Mermaid, and Tinker Bell. A combination of tulle and lace create a delicate, regal quality whilst still being fantastical due to their rarity in daily garments. Tulle, iridescent cellophane, and cling wrap will also be used in the setting in order to give the model a sense of belonging. Reflective surfaces, water, and flowers will also be included in the shoot and backdrop in order to  convince the audience of the storybook themes. I will be using shadow boxes for gentle shadows and colored gels to create a mystical quality similar to that of my references. Post-shoot, I will utilize photoshop to add glowing elements, dramatic lights and colors, and other elements similar to Bryan Huynh’s work.

Practical Outcomes:

-7 to 10 photographs as part of a series depicting fairy tale characters and/or narrative (such as an image depicting the little mermaid, the evil queen, being poisoned, and so on)

-the series will be viewed on an online format, with high quality images.

Methods/materials:

-shadow box

-camera

-lights and light gels

-ballgown, flowers, tulle, cling wrap, cellophane, sea shells, glass, water, spray bottle, light sticks

 

Bryan Huynh:

HBO x PAPER / Euphoria — Bryan Huynh

 

 

Bryan HUYNH | CONNECTIONS NEW YORK 2016

 

teamLAB:

The Way of the Sea in the Memory of Topography - Colors of Life | teamLab Borderless Tokyo Official Site :MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM

 

2012 ASIA DIGITAL ART AWARD FUKUOKA | teamLab

 

Step Inside a Swirling Mirror Room of Interactive Ocean Vortices by teamLab

Pandora from Avatar:

 

Fancy a trip to Pandora? The new Disney project bringing Avatar to life

Pandora The World Of Avatar Nighttime Full Picture and Video Tour | Passport to the Parks

ARS 381: Task 5

by kdehart

Complementary Objects:

(red stop sign and green background)

Complementary Light/casting:

(red and green lighting casted on a plant, with the shadows and lights casted onto the wall)

Analogous Objects:

(red plastic, pink octopus, blue phone)

Analogous Light/casting:

(green light casted onto a plant)

Triadic Objects:

(purple tablecloth, yellow-orange box and flowers, and blue book)

Triadic Light/casting:

(the light shining on the reflective film and pumpkin show pink-purple, yellow, and blue lighting due to the casting of the light and the angles of the film)

ARS 381 Task 1: Presentation

by kdehart

There isn’t much written about Jan Masny. Despite working as a photographer for over 20 years, there is little written. Most info has come from his personal websites and social media. Jan Masny is from the United Kingdom. His first experience with photography started with darkroom “experiments” and black and white analogue photography. He developed his portfolio in London, where he worked in the advertising industry. Jan Masny focuses on fashion, makeup, and commercial photography predominantly. He has worked with Sony, ELLE, InStyle, English National Opera, and Ravensbourne College to name a few. 

Within his website, he divides his portfolio into the following sections; overview, moving image, advertising, creative projects, portrait, fashion, beauty, and sport. The overview section highlights selected pieces from the other sections, and moving image categorizes the films he created with a Masters in Moving Image from Ravensbourne University. He utilizes CGI and digital VFX, alongside his knowledge of photographic gilm processes to create his films. He has a passion for rock climbing that translates into his sports photography and films.

Masny’s photography is often done in the studio, with complex techniques in addition to lighting and colors in order to convey his message. There are rich and often contrasting colors within his photographs. These saturated colors are achieved through many means; colored light, clothing, makeup, hair, and effects. Despite being a primarily commercial and advertising photographer, Masny’s photographs are incredibly artistic, complex, and unique.

https://drive.google.com/drive/u/2/folders/1QtVeANLzZKDP1NLnLhw2L3PWURITPSs4