Design as an Accompaniment to Performance Art: Incorporating Imagery to Amplify Emotional Impact is an investigation of how graphic design can be used to increase the emotional impact of a performance art piece, such as spoken word or music. The research indicates that memory plays a significant role in informing the emotion felt. The felt emotion then allows the viewer to form a perspective on the artistic piece as a whole. However, it is important to note that an individual’s memory cannot be controlled by the artist. Therefore, it is important for the artist to place a direct focus on the characteristics of design and how they influence the emotional impact of the performance art piece. The design characteristics investigated include type, color, texture, shape, form, space, line, symbolism, iconography, anticipated motion, and layout.
"Designers must begin to go beyond
form, function and aesthetics to integrate aspects of emotional awareness.
Dr. Beth Koch
Researcher of Typography and Design
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This layer, which is referred to as Base Layer 1, remains static throughout the entirety of the opening section and section one. Base Layer 1 was created to not only tie the visuals together, but to also reinforce the theme of death.
Base Layer 2 was created to tie the visuals together and frame the outer edges of the video. However, in contrast to Base Layer 1, Base Layer 2 reinforces the established theme of life and the resurrection.
“So where is the lullaby that our doctrine sang? Where is the house on the rock when even the rock couldn’t withstand the rain” (Macallister). To incorporate texture throughout the visuals and reinforce the lyrics, “where is the lullaby that our doctrine sang,” I overlaid a photo of the hymn, Will the Circle Be Unbroken, by Ada R. Habershon.
This layer, which is referred to as Base Layer 1, remains static throughout the entirety of the opening section and section one. Base Layer 1 was created to not only tie the visuals together, but to also reinforce the theme of death.
The lines between the creative fields are increasingly blurred. Visual artists use interactive and moving images, performers use digital media in site-specific works, and collaborative teams create sophisticated productions that captivate our senses."
QUT Creative Industries
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Hey, I'm Bri.
I utilize design to tell my story. Rather than a portfolio, I have
developed a visual autobiography built from memories, thoughts, and
emotions. I allow these memories and emotions to guide and inspire the
visual solutions for each project I am tasked with completing. My thesis
project, specifically, was heavily influenced by recent losses in my family.