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IBV'J 17/) w '1 f/ <•( Center of Vision We Stand Together MassArt Student Magazine a letter from the team EDITORIAL & DESIGN As we move into the semester, it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of seeing friends or the daily routine of endless Editor-in-Chief projects. But for some members of our community, it has been David Gorelik a particularly difficult time. In the past several weeks, various parts of the world have faced severe natural disasters. Hurricanes, Secretary earthquakes, and floods have constantly filled our news feeds Marlene Cole and have impacted millions of lives, including those of MassArt Lead Designer faculty, staff, and students. We all have someone who has been Nikki Chan directly affected by these events, and it is crucial for us to be Social Media Manager understanding during these times. Alondra Armijo Morales Whenever tragedy strikes, it can difficult to be so far away from loved ones. We may feel powerless, or frustrated by the CONTRIBUTORS lack of aid and intervention. There are still many ways that we, both as individuals and as a community, can support these Social Media Design affected countries. Look for fundraisers and donation drives Adam Bertrand in your area, or donate money to relief funds online or over Writers the phone. Besides material and financial aid, spreading news Emma Sattler and information about these events can be helpful in bringing Carley Byers awareness to the devastation that other people are currently Jaryd Massaro experiencing. Even simply offering support to a friend or Faculty Advisor coworker can help. Maura Smyth Below is a list of organizations that are working hard to help all those affected. Please consider supporting them. Publisher TCI Press Inc. • United for Puerto Rico 21 Industrial Ct Seekonk, MA 02771 • Topos Mexico tcipress.com • UNICEF Mexico • Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund • AmeriCares MASfART • International Rescue Committee MASSACHUSETTS COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN We must remember that we are all members of an international community, in which all of us benefit from solidarity, humanity, and compassion. Sincerely, STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION The Center of Vision Team FRONT COVER “In Wolf's Skin”, Rebecca Bischof, Illustration T9 BACK COVER “Antique Car”, Madelyn Sweet, Illustration T9 2 / CENTER OF VISION I revel in the color of insanity, Of pure happiness and joy — Vincent’s ephemeral sunflowers And the effervescence of lemon tang. I dance in the color of nostalgia, Of summer days ripe with romanticism, Sunbeams through buttered swallowtails, And the cool cotton of my sheets. 1 2 ’ n o I ponder in the color of melancholy, i t a r Of unrequited love pulsing between years of forgetfulness, st u l The plucking of acoustic guitars, Il w, And the undertones of my skin. o rl a B e I glow in the color of fear, n i l o Of flashlights and search beams, r a C Nightlights and monsters, ”, k c Demons in the flames. o Fl “ n I sleep in the color of simplicity, o i t Of daisies, honeyed hexagons, dandelions, a r t Buttercups and retriever pups, s u l And the walls of a nursery now my sanctuary. l i OCTOBER 2017 / 3 Past President THE LEGACY OF MASSART'S PRESIDENTS by David Gorelik & Alondra Armijo Morales ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5TH, Professor a brief history of the college’s first five of Art Education at Pennsylvania State presidents, its ongoing struggle with state University, Mary Ann Stankiewicz, held legislators, and the academic and social a lecture in the auditorium about changes that it has experienced since its MassArt’s history and legacy. Following inception in 1873. the lecture, MassArt Professor of Art The lecture described a brief but Education, Lois Hetland, led a discussion insightful overview of MassArt’s early with Stankiewicz, former MassArt history, which is rich and deeply rooted Presidents Kay Sloan and William O’Neil, in the Boston community. It’s almost sad and current President David Nelson. This to realize that much of this history is event marked the beginning of President entirely unknown to the current MassArt Massachusetts Normal Art School, Nelson’s inauguration, a sixteen-day event public, even though many of its early Newbury & Exeter Streets, 1895. that encompasses several other college programs helped pioneer what is now Photo by Moses King events, including open houses, gallery offered at the college. Likewise, many of exhibits, and the Adderley lecture series, the school’s past challenges still resonate which will cumulate in an official today. These sentiments were further inauguration ceremony and celebration emphasized during the discussion that on October 20th. followed the lecture. Professor Stankiewicz was invited Professor Hetland led the exchange, to speak at the college to celebrate the asking several questions to the former release of her new book, Developing Visual and current presidents. William O’Neil Arts Education in the United States: had served as president of MassArt from Massachusetts Normal Art School and the 1985-1996, and was followed by Kay Sloan, Normalization of Creativity. Stankiewicz, the first female president in the school’s who had no prior affiliation with MassArt, history, from 1996-2011. During the collected research for her new book at discussion, they each gave some insight the college’s own archives. Her book on their time spent serving as president. delves into the history of MassArt, which O’Neil explained how he had no art was formerly known as the Massachusetts background, but later grew to love the Normal Art School (mnas), a normal artistic community of the college. He also school designed to train art teachers. described how he had faced many During the presentation, she provided challenges during his tenure, from forces 4 / CENTER OF VISION both within and outside the college. engagement and sustainability. She also these other institutions. O’Neil also He clashed with faculty and senior described the challenges faced during agreed, explaining that legislators staff members, and faced the aftermath of former governor Mitt Romney’s adminis¬ constantly push the rhetoric that “private the state government’s decision to cut art tration, in which MassArt was planned to is always better than public.” MassArt, programs and funding. Several attempts privatize. Instead, the college helped form as he points out, has always had to fight to close MassArt were made, including the New Partnership, a new model for against that. the option of merging it with several other state funding. It worked with legislators Wrapping up the conversation, institutions. While many of these were to make them see MassArt as a unique Hetland asked the presidents what they rumors, O’Neil did mention that a merger and special institution. wish they could have accomplished. with UMass Boston was seriously consid¬ At one point in the discussion, Both former presidents described many ered. Stankiewicz added that, during the Stankieweiz brought up MassArt’s public respectable goals, including a greater early years of the school’s history, mnas image. Historically, she pointed out, both recognition and promotion of diversity on faced abolition from the state as well. One the legislature and the public did not campus, continued community outreach, idea was to merge it with mit, in order for know what kind of school MassArt (mnas) building stronger bonds with the arts male students to receive scholarships to would be. The public perceived it as a community of Boston, and securing more further pursue their drawing studies. school for female art teachers, as normal funding. President Nelson, who had Sloan’s presidency oversaw the schools were designed to train teachers, been quietly listening during most of the development and initial stages of the mostly female, to teach young children. discussion, made an intriguing point. “Master Plan”, a series of large construc¬ In contrast, legislators thought that only The value of a society, he asserts, is more tion and renovation projects that would male students should receive state than just its financial wealth — it is also transform MassArt’s campus. This funding to study drawing and other its well-being. The word “economy” included new residence halls (Artists’ practical arts. Sloan concurred, stating does not only refer to finances; it also Residence and Treehouse), the Kennedy that MassArt had always faced class issues encompasses equity and justice. Because renovation, the Design and Media Center, as well. Fine arts were and still are very of that, he hopes that MassArt continues and the upcoming Bakalar and Paine much associated with elite, private to be an integral part of the state’s galleries renovation. institutions like Harvard and mit. creative economy. MassArt matters to Sloan devoted her efforts to enhance MassArt, on the other hand, is and has the Commonwealth, explains Nelson, MassArt’s image and reputation, as well always been more accessible, but has not “It would not be as culturally rich as it is as establishing a dedication to civic been publicly viewed as comparable to without the college.” LEFT TO RIGHT Lois Hetland, Kay Sloan, William O'Neil, David Nelson, Mary Ann Stankiewicz OCTOBER 2017 / 5 FALL FASHION 1/ > fi #;/ * ■*H4|| V-y . s \ , M A PP A nT at MAooAn :tuzrnTing :stzap:letss V / \ __L once again, it’s that time of year that with your outfits as well as promote so many of us have been waiting for: Fall. sustainability”, she says. “I look for pieces ‘Tis the season of pumpkin spice lattes, that speak to who I am. For fall, I usually horror movies, and the moment you run go with fun patterned blazers or earth to your closet to find your favorite toned everyday wear.” The best thing forgotten sweater. And just like the leaves about vintage is you can find really change their color, fall fashion sees many unique pieces or high quality essentials reoccurring trends: black skinny jeans, at lower prices. the circle scarf, or the iconic short cut In menswear, versatility is always a bootie. But here at MassArt, we do things priority. We have all seen the classic a little differently. corduroy and the tired trench, but this We change these seasonal staples season try a jacket that’s on the bold into statements. Fashion essentially is side. Go for a look with clean lines and a our identity; what we wear can be who sporty feel. The flight jacket or racer coat we are or what we want to become. can be dressed up or down, and can go As creators, we have a need to express with everything from your favorite black our individuality and beliefs through T-shirt to a crew neck sweatshirt. Look our art, and likewise, our fashion. for unique additions to classic designs So much of what we wear can really like the incorporation of leather, fur, reflect our individual values. At MassArt, or hardware. many of us are extremely eco-friendly, and MassArt is truly a community of this sentiment is echoed in our communi¬ artisans, with students rocking everything ty’s fashion sense. Thrifting this fall is perfect if you are looking to find eclectic LEFT TO RIGHT styles, save money, and have a positive Graphic tee, Carley Byers, '21 impact on the environment. Fast fashion, Menswear, B Raad, ’20 the retail process of quickly producing Embroidered Jacket, Carley Byers, ’21 Thrifted Pendant, Lauren Pettey, '21 cheap but trendy clothing, is one of the Thrifted Blazer, Lauren Pettey, ’21 world's leading causes of textile waste and pollution. Seeking out local thrift stores like the Garment District, Savers, and Goodwill will not only benefit you, but help prevent textile waste as well. Try finding interesting statement pieces like embroidered army jackets or vibrant bombers. Freshman Lauren Pettey really tries to incorporate this into her ward¬ robe. “Thrifting allows you to get creative 6 / CENTER OF VISION from self-embroidered pants to personal silk screened graphic tees. You can join in on the fun by making a fall favorite: statement necklaces. Bold pendants and chunky collars are all the rage. Try in¬ spired upcycling by turning cans, shells, porcelain and any other everyday object into a one of a kind piece. Also consider taking a metals class — it might spark a hidden passion. Jewelry and Metalsmith- ing major Allie Keast took a chance on trying out an intermediary metals class and turned a sample piece into a beauti¬ ful and bold necklace, perfect for the new season. With both your art and fashion, be daring and don't be afraid to take risks. One of the most prominent and possibly powerful trends in Fall Fashion 2017 is the undertones of the political statements seen in garments. In many cases, fashion has the ability to reflect the social climate of a given time period. We can see examples of this straight from New York Fashion Week, such as the Alice + Olivia’s tees that read “Be The Change You Wish To See In The World”, and Public School’s caps stating the phrase “Make America New York”, satirizing President Trump's campaign slogan. Expressing our beliefs through fashion will not only be a trend in fall |n +2 2017, but prospectively in many seasons to 11 1 4 come. Whether it be a graphic T that screams your cause or a subtle pin that adds a detail element to your outfit, through fashion we can spread revolu¬ tionary ideas of change. We say so much with what we wear. It could be that we thrift for the environ¬ ment, make our own accessories, or even sport something for a larger cause. In all of these instances, we are taking what's vogue and putting a “MassArt” twist on it. So this fall, let's look at the trends, but at the same time, celebrate our colorful individuality. C OCTOBER 2017 / 7 STUDENT GALLERY 8 / CENTER OF VISION 1* 1 OCTOBER 2017 / 9 r i m 10 / CENTER OF VISION