Rachael Elam Bonebright's work investigates narrative through elements of cinematic and photographic storytelling. She creates illustrations that draw from symbolic languages to recontextualize the meaning of photographic imagery through the use of ink and paper. Bonebright's thesis explores the symbolism of objects as they relate to one another in thematic collections and utilizes a rhythmic composition to shift their relational context within a given piece. Bonebright is interested in collection as it relates to objects and associated meanings. A collection is an accumulation of items that are brought together with the intention of bringing order to otherwise isolated elements of a visual group. Objects that lead a solitary existence are reduced to the nature of their being and function, but when existing as part of a collection, their interrelations bring them into contextual symmetry and they function as category or an area of study. Every item in Bonebright's collection bears a status and a meaning, and she wants to develop and expand that meaning through her thesis work. Be sure to join us on Friday, May 11th from 6-9pm at the MFA Graduate Studios to enjoy Rachael's thesis work, along with the other 2018 graduates! MFA Thesis Exhibition and Reception For more information: visit Rachael Elam Bonebright online. Artist portrait by Grace Olson Categories All Student Activities Student Profile Thesis