Exhibit:  The Vault

Artist:  Jake Fischer

Location:  Downtown Phoenix campus Library

Available:  Summer 2009, during normal library hours

Description: This body of work is primarily an exploration of new methods to convey narratives on a two-dimensional picture plain. The images displayed are done using charcoal on paper and include both technical studies as well as more fully developed ideas. My goal is to create a relationship between images which can be connected and differ with each individual’s perception. This work is based on the style of early German Expressionist film as well as film noir. The objective is to create a heightened sense of drama and mystery through high contrast and portraying moments of action. The narratives depicted are relatively simple and as I explore more ideas I intend for them to become increasingly complex.