Sarah

ECU Author/Contributor (non-ECU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)

Sarah K Lazure (Creator)

Institution

East Carolina University (ECU )

Web Site: http://www.ecu.edu/lib/

Abstract: As a woman artist , I create my own places to exist. My self-portraits are full of emotion , thought , and creative energy and are made to engage the viewer in an intimate moment. I work by transforming thoughts and emotions into photographs and then alter the image. The creative process is an intuitive call and response between me and the materials. I continue to manipulate the surface until the discourse is complete and the piece is balanced. I empower my gaze and the intimacy of prolonged eye contact to portray the strength of my vulnerability and my desire to connect , acknowledge , and interact with my viewer. My gaze is commanding and requests your return gaze. There is no question that I am looking at you.

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Thesis

Language: English

Date: 2017

Keywords

photography, self, female gaze, creative process

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