Final year project
Distortion in Motion [Read more]
Layers
Cyanotypes on acrylic glass and acrylic glass mirror. 25 x 37 x 20 cm.
'Layers,' a three dimensional installation, captures individual movements of facial distortion, creating the illusion of moving imagery. The installation incorporates a mirror which is designed to enhance viewing perceptions. Viewing the piece from various angles reflects the portraits, giving the illusion of continuing layers.
Layers
Cyanotypes on Acrylic Glass and Acrylic Glass Mirror. 25 x 37 x 20 cm.
Water
Resin and Cyanotypes on Acrylic Glass and Acrylic Glass Mirror. 30 x 19 x 26 cm.
Imitating the effect of looking through water, 'Water' is designed to be viewed from above. The distorted cyanotype of the face emerged in water is enhanced when viewed from the fluid resin ripple, and the mirror beneath the piece resembles the reflection received when looking through water.
Water
Resin and cyanotypes on acrylic glass and acrylic glass mirror. 30 x 19 x 26 cm.
Water
Resin and cyanotypes on acrylic glass and acrylic glass mirror. 30 x 19 x 26 cm.
Mind
Cyanotype on acrylic glass and acrylic glass mirror. 28 x 19 x 23 cm.
'Mind' is designed to stimulate the viewer’s imagination and perceptions. The initial reaction to the piece questions an upturned image and whether it is perceptually correct. The mirror is positioned to reflect the image vertically upright to the viewer’s, however, although presenting an image that now seems to be right, the brain works to see the distortion of the up-ended facial features through the reflection. The creation of the work is designed to play with the viewer’s mind.
Mind
Cyanotype on acrylic glass and acrylic glass mirror. 28 x 19 x 23 cm.
Emily Hutton
I am a mixed media artist who works to challenge the ordinary by creating the unpredictable.
'Distortion in motion' is a participatory exhibition focused around the unusual figurative distortions created through a series of sustained movements. By working with unconventional portraiture and the imagination, I aim to enlighten realities surreal moments and minimise the ordinary. Through a materialistic approach, the work is a shared experience between the artist and the viewer, utilising the perceptions of each individual. While distortion of the natural face is manipulated through a series of controlled natural movements, the design and composition of the installations work to encourage viewers to create their own experience through an unrestricted field of vision. The three separate installations, 'Layers,' 'Water' and 'Mind,' are designed to show three different ways of viewing, that further enhance the distortions through the viewers motions, giving each piece individuality. With a subliminal meaning of creating a dysmorphic image relating to an abnormal difference in body structure, the distorted portraits put the viewers in a situation where it allows them to see through a dysmorphic eye.
Never ending 'Layers' of motion, magnified reflections of 'Water' and illusions triggered by the power of the 'Mind,' all simultaneously convey a personal experience.
My interest for intricate detail of precision and perfection towards the creative use of mixed media, leads to my ability of the careful construction of two and three dimensional installations. I have a great passion towards hands-on making which I believe will allow me to follow a productive career in the creative industry.
Dissertation
A study of selected artists rejecting 'dis-ability' and developing their art practice
Final year project
Distortion in Motion
Awards
'17 - present. I currently have a large installation displayed in the reception at New College Pontefract.
Experience
I have created many freelance projects for clients which include commercial signs, multiple home wall murals for children's bedrooms (including a multi sensory design to cater for sensory impairment), wedding venue art and personal commissions. Along the process I have gained experience in how to meet individual client's needs and preferences.