Date of Award
Fall 11-23-2025
Document Type
Thesis
Publication Status
Version of Record
Submission Date
December 2025
Department
Visual Arts and Art History
Degree Name
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Thesis/Dissertation Advisor [Chair]
Joseph Velasquez
Abstract
War Abstracted is an exhibition in response to the devastation of war. The body of work encapsulates three years of artistic exploration at Florida Atlantic University. The exhibit is a reaction to contemporary conflicts, both global and domestic. It is neither a glorification nor a condemnation of war. The exhibition reflects my experience as a Marine Corps Scout during the Gulf War, the challenges of reintegrating into society with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and uncertainty. It also engages broader themes of global warming and gun violence. Through a diverse range of materials, methods, and presentations, the work navigates personal and political landscapes, occasionally voicing a decisive perspective on divisive issues.
Recommended Citation
Hatfield, Jay, "WAR ABSTRACTED" (2025). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 191.
https://digitalcommons.fau.edu/etd_general/191