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Let’s keep this between you, me, and the tiles: MFA Thesis - Sculpture
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Asbill, Michael, Puthoff, Emily, Varga, Andrea
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Spring 2025
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2025-05
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The transient nature of conversations within family and community contexts belies their
profound influence on individual and collective identities. This thesis investigates how art can
capture and memorialize the fleeting, everyday conversations shared with loved ones. Family
table talks, in particular, shape our lives, influencing our values and relationships. Yet, these
pivotal moments often vanish without a trace, leaving only vague impressions. A worn table
might evoke memories of past meals and discussions, but it lacks a direct link to any specific,
meaningful exchange. My artistic intervention aims to embed subtle reminders of these
important talks within key social spaces, transforming them into tangible memorials. This project
seeks to contribute to the broader conversation about art's role in preserving cultural memory and
fostering community. By transforming daily chats into enduring artifacts, I hope to highlight the
significance of these often-overlooked moments.
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