Lines without Limitations
In this class, artist D. Rivers will divulge traditional and contemporary art implements that reflect the historical nature of these tools in mark making. He will attempt to impart insight into the physical process of drawing a tipi, one of the oldest forms of shelter known to humanity.
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| Instructor: | D. Rivers |
| Instructor Bio: | As a young man growing up in rural South Carolina, I was deeply influenced by Western films and television programs such as Centennial (1978-1979), the miniseries based on James Michener's novel. I found myself identifying more witht the Native American and fur trapper cultures portrayed in those stories than with the cowboy culture. Later, I came to appreciate the cowboy code and developed a strong admiration for that tradition as well. However, I rarely portray it in my work, as I do not know it as intimately. For me, truth and authenticity are my currency, and I never want to devalue them. After watching an episode, I would often head to the woodlot near my parents' home and build my own tipis. As I matured, that early fascination with traditional shelters evolved into artistic inspiration and a deep respect for the diverse cultures that employ similar structures in meaningful ways. These dwellings are not merely cultural symbols; they are spiritual expressions of profound aesthetic beauty. They do not belong to any one individual, but to humanity as a whole. |
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