First Advisor
Mark Fetkewicz
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts
Document Type
Thesis
Date Created
5-4-2024
Abstract
This analysis is an exploration of identity through the examination of art as a means of self-expression and societal critique. It delves into existentialism to explain the impacts of art on both positive societal experiences and negative interactions unique to the immigrant and Mexican American community. The artist, Raquel Eduardo Nuñez, examines their own art to dissect their position in life as a Mexican-born individual living in a foreign country. This method was chosen to allow a space of self-reflection and awareness to explore the components that shape identity and reveal art as a medium for interpretation of links between individuals and society.
Abstract Format
html
Disciplines
Art and Materials Conservation | Community Psychology | Fiber, Textile, and Weaving Arts | Fine Arts | Graphic Design | Interactive Arts | Multicultural Psychology | Other Languages, Societies, and Cultures | Painting | Photography
Keywords
exploration of identity, examination of art, self-expression, societal critique, existentialism, impacts of art, positive societal experiences, negative interactions, immigrant, Mexican American Community, Mexican-born
Places
Mexico; United States of America
Extent
25 pages
Rights Statement
Copyright is held by the author.
Recommended Citation
Eduardo Nunez, Raquel, "Unveiling Existentialism and Self-expression: Utilizing the Arts" (2024). Undergraduate Honors Theses. 100.
https://digscholarship.unco.edu/honors/100
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Art and Materials Conservation Commons, Community Psychology Commons, Fiber, Textile, and Weaving Arts Commons, Fine Arts Commons, Graphic Design Commons, Interactive Arts Commons, Multicultural Psychology Commons, Other Languages, Societies, and Cultures Commons, Painting Commons, Photography Commons