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Research Proposal

Title of Research

"Earth's Paint Palette"

Overview + Goal of Capstone Project

 Bioart is an interdisciplinary field that merges biology and art to explore the relationship between science, nature, and human creativity. This capstone project aims to delve into the world of bioart by creating paint pigments from natural/organic ingredients and using them to produce paintings.

Objectives

  1. To develop a deep understanding of the science behind natural pigments.

  2. To create a range of paint pigments from natural/organic materials.

  3. To produce a series of bioart paintings that only incorporate these natural pigments.

  4. The painting will depict natural scenery or subject matter that collides art and science.

  5. To explore the intersection of art and science.

Research Questions​​

  1. What is the scientific basis for creating paint pigments from natural ingredients?

  2. How can these natural pigments be used effectively in artistic expression?

ExpectedOutcomes

  • Collection of natural paint pigments made from organic materials.

  • Physical work: Creating a palette with perfected recipes/formulations of long-term paints.

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Note: The color palette aims to include the colors of pink, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, brown, and black. It is acknowledged that controlling the exact shades of these colors can be tricky and may vary, but this will further provide a unique and organic quality to each pigment!

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  • Series of bioart paintings exploring themes of nature, science, and art.

  • Comprehensive capstone thesis documenting scientific and artistic processes, discussing the conceptual framework, and addressing ecological and ethical considerations.

Methodology

  1. Conduct a comprehensive literature review to explore the history of bioart, the science behind natural pigments, and relevant artistic techniques.

  2. Utilize the gained knowledge from the research to conduct experiments on creating pigments.

Conclusion

By creating paint pigments from natural ingredients and using them to produce paintings, this project not only aims to provoke thought and discussion about the beauty of nature, the role of science in art, and the ethical responsibilities of artists but also brings about several benefits. The use of natural ingredients contributes to sustainable art practices, minimizing the environmental impact associated with traditional paint production. Moreover, the exploration of bioart techniques fosters innovation within the artistic community by opening up new doors for creative expression. This project, at the intersection of science and art, stands to advance the growing field of bioart, offering a fresh perspective on the creative possibilities that emerge when science and art converge.

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