MFA PROJECTIn the 1960s, Valda decided to return to school to get a masters of fine art. The degree program required that each degree candidate submit a portfolio of works prepared under the supervision of one of the faculty. Valda embarked on this project with enthusiasm, thinking that it would allow her to create a series of paintings that embodied her artistic vision. However, the supervising instructor was devoted to complete abstract art that was the fashion of the day and would not consider works done in a traditional representational style. This led to dispute and confrontation.
Eventually, compromise was reached and Valda produced nine large canvases that are largely abstract with some representational elements. The theme of the works is somewhat autobiographical, showing the artist at various stages of her life. There were nine canvases in the final group. A tenth canvas done as part of the project but not included in the final group submitted for the degree is also included here. |
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Young girl.
Acrylic on raw canvas. |
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Teenage girl
Acrylic on raw canvas. |
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Young woman
Acrylic on raw canvas. |
Art by Valda - MFA Project - page one
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