Sam Arnold
Sam Arnold
Cornell College
Participant in the 2010 ACM Student Symposium on Off-Campus Study
- Programs: Cornell College: Ceramics and Drawing in Japan (February 2009) and Cornell College: Ceramics and Drawing in Nicaragua (February 2010)
- Graduation: May 2011
- Majors: Studio Arts and Environmental Science
Beyond the Clay
In my travels to both Japan and Nicaragua I was expecting to gain some exposure to different art styles and see some places I had never been before. In retrospect, these expectations seem rather shallow because what I really gained from these trips gave me a new lens through which to view my artwork and every ethical aspect of my life.
Both Japan and Nicaragua gave me new insights into how art is made, its impact and its uses. Japan caused me to question my philosophies on art on a much deeper level than I had ever imagined and Nicaragua showed me how pottery can be completely functional and serve as a way of life.
In my presentation I would like to share more specifically what kinds of lessons I learned and what impacts they had on my life and artwork.
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