Extra Credit Event 1: DMA Senior Exhibition - Staring in the Age of Destruction (S.A.D.)

I had the great fortune of attending the DMA Senior Exhibition on June 2nd. It was inspiring to see students the same age as me create such profound artistic pieces. I was impressed by both the technicality and the thought behind most pieces. The massive crowd and their demeanor in the exhibition was testament to its resounding success. It was also great to meet and be able to talk to the artists about their work as I believe that an artists view of his work often clarifies it to others and makes it so much more meaningful.

One of the pieces at the Exhibit.

My favorite piece was a simple piece lying in the corner. At first, it just seemed like a simple model of a city with the projection of lights on it, but as I approached and talked to the creator, it became so much more. He explained to me how his piece was inspired by globalization and the integration of world cultures. He explained to me how this piece represents the uniformity of cities across the globe and how individual cultures have lost their architectural identity. I found this to be one of the greatest artistic pieces I've ever seen because of its simplicity. I believe any art that is so simple, yet can convey such a deep message is true art.

My favorite piece at the Exhibition

This was a great event for multiple reasons. Firstly and primarily, because it made me meet inspiring, and talented people who I can draw inspiration from. Secondly, because it taught me a very important aspect of art; how human interaction and discussion can completely change one's view of the same piece. This was the perfect event to end the quarter with as it reminded me about how simplicity and meaningfulness are the essence of art.

Me with the Creator of my favorite piece