Animals in the Sky
Level of Education of Students Involved
Undergraduate
Faculty Sponsor
Sarah Jantzi
College
College of Arts & Sciences (CAS)
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Symposium Date
Spring 4-24-2025
Abstract
Since the beginning of the new presidency, there have been massive cuts to many government departments. In addition, recent executive orders are also seen with such scrutiny. These orders and cuts are what many Americans believe to be bizarre. Animals in the Sky, is a reflection of the uncertainty and instability that is happening within our government. The piece showcases a variety of animals flying through the sky; a pig with wings, a jackal with wings, a monkey with a dragon’s tail, and a seal with a jetpack. This work is inspired mainly by the surrealist movement and the Mexican channel De Película, a movie channel my grandmother would watch occasionally. The absurdity of our political climate is akin to the impossible suddenly happening. Animals in the Sky is a playful reflection of the current administration and invites the audience to contemplate the current decisions the government is making, rather than pushing it aside. Nevertheless, the work also serves as a standalone piece that is separated from politics.
Recommended Citation
Rios-Castaneda, Jacqueline, "Animals in the Sky" (2025). Symposium on Undergraduate Research and Creative Expression (SOURCE). 1432.
https://scholar.valpo.edu/cus/1432
For Artistic Presentations
22" x 28" canvas in a 22" x 28" frame.
Biographical Information about Author(s)
Jacqueline Rios-Castaňeda is a sophomore Digital Media Arts major and Art minor from East Chicago, Indiana. Her work is inspired by the surrealist movement, as well as other specific topics she thinks of in the moment, such as politics and the current administration. In the future, she hopes to become a character designer or concept artist for video games.