Small Moments of Joy

Level of Education of Students Involved

Undergraduate

Faculty Sponsor

Sarah Jantzi

College

College of Arts & Sciences (CAS)

Discipline(s)

Visual Art

Presentation Type

Artistic Presentation

Symposium Date

Spring 4-24-2025

Abstract

Do you ever feel drained by everyday life and reflect on a moment of joy to remind yourself that there is light in life? This collection of works is titled “Small Moments of Joy”. These pieces are inspired by varying images of memories that draw out feelings of happiness for what was and pain for what will no longer be. Whether they are images of my parents' past or took place within the past year, gazing at these stills provides an escape from reality and allows me to connect with the moment in the photo. The concept of memory draws many emotions that are reflected on when personally recreating these images. All pieces in this collection were created in standard photo sizes to mimic the feeling of looking at a picture wall in one's house. Viewers can reflect on their own moments that bring them joy throughout their life and remind them that life is worth living for the small moments.

Biographical Information about Author(s)

Emma Jacobs is a 3rd year senior Environmental Science major. While previously attending a school on an art scholarship, when transferring to Valpo she had to drop her art minor to focus on her major. She is glad she was able to take part in one of Jantzi’s art courses in her final semester at Valpo. This collection of pieces is inspired by the love she feels for her friends and family that have helped guide her through life. She hopes to find a place for art to remain in her life after graduation.

For Artistic Presentations

Weight is unknown but this is a series of 8 pieces, all either 4”x 6” or 5” x 7” and in typical wooden picture frames.

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