Minority Report

Author

Tania Jazz Alvarez, Claremont Graduate UniversityFollow

Date of Award

Winter 2010

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Fine Arts (MFA)

Department

Art

First Advisor

David Amico

Second Advisor

Michael Brewster

Third Advisor

Katie Grinnan

Rights Information

© Tania Jazz Alvarez

Abstract

I make large, colorful, messy figurative paintings that tell stories and celebrate the underdog. I use found objects, as well as wood panels and canvases. The poetry of the street plays an important role in my art; from what I paint on, to what I paint with, to my subject matter, my art conveys both liberation and pride toward my Hispanic culture. When I create, I allow the paint to be true to its physical properties. I am aggressive and free in my painting and mark-making. If my paintings begin to appear “sophisticated,” I find ways to manipulate them. I set up expectations then defy them. Please see Download button in top right corner for the full statement.

Link To Artist's Gallery

http://scholarship.claremont.edu/minority_report

Recommended Citation

Alvarez, Tania Jazz, "Minority Report" (2010). CGU MFA Theses. 4.
https://scholarship.claremont.edu/cgu_mfatheses/4