POST 3 EXHIBITION AS AUDIENCE

 Shayna Pullo - Post 3

HOME HERE 

Please visit the Exhibition in Visual Arts Gallery and write a 2-3 paragraph review of the exhibition. Choose two artworks in particular to describe in detail that are inspiring or interesting to you. Take photos of the works and the gallery and include the photos in your post. In our review please note the artist, title, and a description of the artworks and a few sentences about your response to the works. Why have you chosen these works to review? How might they connect to your own artwork?

The "HOME HERE" exhibition at NJCU was really engaging and kept me interested the whole time. I loved the way the artworks contrasted with each other, yet somehow felt connected, as if they were all part of the same conversation. Each piece was fascinating to look at closely, and I enjoyed noticing the details, textures, and colors. As a graphic designer student, I found it fun and inspiring to see how different materials and creative ideas can come together to make something unique. The exhibition made me think about how I can experiment with my own work and push the boundaries of design in new ways.

One artwork that really stood out to me was “Through the Tin Can” by Nicole DeMaio. The installation feels very open and free, as if each object has its own story or sequence. Some people might see the objects as trash, but I see them as interesting and intentional. I especially like how each piece is placed on the wall with enough space, allowing every object to exist on its own, almost as if each one had its own moment. The work made me think about how everyday materials can hold stories or memories, and how simple objects can feel personal depending on how they are presented.

Through the Tin Can

The next artwork that stood out to me was the oil painting by Ward Mount. What first caught my attention were the bright, vibrant colors and how happy the people and animals looked. There is even a unicorn, which made the scene feel magical and almost like another world. It feels like a peaceful place where everything is beautiful and calm, far away from technology and the stress of modern life. The way the figures interact with nature makes it seem like humans and the environment are connected in a simple and pure way. The painting gave me a feeling of comfort, almost like stepping into a dream where everything is gentle and harmonious.

Oil painting