Posted by Erich Shelton on Friday, April 23, 2010,
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 Have you ever had one of those days? Sure you have. As my semester finishes soon at USI, I realise once again how much I despise grading. The solution of course, which my students remind me quite often, is to just simply either give them all 'A's or stop giving them assignments. I must admit, it is sometimes a temptation this time of the year. I started off the semester doing quite well, after my new year resolution of keeping on top of grading. However, as best as my intentions were, I have f... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erich Shelton on Sunday, March 28, 2010,
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 Finally spring is here. The daffodils have come up, my pussy-willow is in full bloom, as is the tulip tree and a multitude of other bulbs in my garden. I am also noticing more birds coming out of hibernation or returning after a long trip away down south. It is such a nice time of the year. Windows can be opened and the breeze fills my office as I sit here. Soon, however, it will be too warm to enjoy the outdoors indoors so I take full advantage of it as much as possible now. I hope you are a... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erich Shelton on Saturday, March 20, 2010,
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I suppose most people know but I finally restarted my MFA, after quite a lapse in time. I am taking classes from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco and thoroughly loving it. It wasn't until the other day that I thought…"I have a blog, don't I?" Then when I looked at the blog, I realised I hadn't posted ANYTHING since January. Where did that time go? Anyway…I hope to be more regular now that I am situated on a more normal schedule and feel as if I am finally in the swing of thin... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erich Shelton on Saturday, March 20, 2010,
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 On the rare occasions that an exhibition of graphic design appears,
it’s a safe bet that one complaint will always be heard. Graphic
design, someone will say, just doesn’t work in a gallery. It isn’t art
and it can’t possibly be properly understood out of context. It only has
meaning out in the world in the places where it was intended to
communicate. Curiously, the people making this criticism will usually be
graphic designers.
This objection has always seemed misguided to m... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erich Shelton on Wednesday, January 6, 2010,
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Many of you remember my wonderful silver little car the Tiburon. It really was a nice car, but it had 83,000 miles, no warranty and was definitely starting to show some wear and tear. Though it was speedy, it wasn't the most economical on petrol either. All of these factors and then some is what led me to my new 2010 Hyundai Accent SE. With my starting graduate school next month, it seemed right to start off with a reliable vehicle that has a full warranty and cheaper miles per gallon in the ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erich Shelton on Tuesday, December 22, 2009,
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 From Bob, Peanut, Charlie, Lucy, maybe the innocent bystander, and I…have a very nice holiday. Have a cracking Christmas, a happy Hanukkah, an inkwedible Kwanza'a, a wonderful Winter Solstice, a naughty New Year, and a ________ _________ (fill in the blank in case I missed something accidentally)! Continue reading ...
Posted by Erich Shelton on Wednesday, December 9, 2009,
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 What else could I possibly say? Whenever I post these blogs, I have an option of placing 'tags,' which categorize the posting for easy location. The only category that possibly fit this was "HUMOUR." However, upon further looking at this image I decided there was nothing really funny about it. It is quite disturbing. Imagine having to sit in his lap. YIKES. Continue reading ...
Posted by Erich Shelton on Wednesday, December 2, 2009,
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For those unfamiliar with the below image, this was a work of 'art' done by Andres Serrano in 1987 entitled, "Piss Christ". He urinated in a jar and placed a crucifix inside it — all for the sake of art. The reason I show this image is because of a recent discussion in one of my classes as to the definition of art and whether it should be censored. This type of art is called "Abject Art" and is often used to shock the audience or to express the inexpressible. While I am not a big fan of suc... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erich Shelton on Friday, November 13, 2009,
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Posted by Erich Shelton on Thursday, November 5, 2009,
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Remember, Remember, the Fifth of November; Gunpowder, Treason and Plot. I know of no reasonWhy the Gunpowder TreasonShould ever be forgot. Guy Fawkes, Guy Fawkes,Twas his intent.To blow up the King and the Parliament.Three score barrels of powder below.Poor old England to overthrow.By God's providence he was catch'd,With a dark lantern and burning match.
Holloa boys, Holloa boys, let the bells ring
Holloa boys, Holloa boys, God save the King!
Hip hip Hoorah !
Hip hip Hoorah !
A penny loaf to feed o... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erich Shelton on Saturday, October 17, 2009,
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 Having just written this little story below about Ed, I began thinking afresh about the plight of those less fortunate than myself. The image above resulted in that meditation. It is entitled "STOP," and can be interpreted in many ways. Stop hunger, stop injustice, stop prejudice, stop discrimination, stop thinking of yourself… and the list could go on. In June this year the Coalition for Homelessness Intervention and Prevention, based in Indianapolis reported that Indiana family homelessnes... Continue reading ...
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About Me
| Erich Shelton |
| Evansville, Indiana |
I currently teach graphic design and illustration at the University of Southern Indiana. I really love teaching and the challenges which this provides me. It not only keeps me young, but forces me to be that ongoing learner; sometimes referred to as a life-long learner. This goal of continuing to learn as finally brought me back to the role as a student as well. Some years ago I started and MFA, but due to an automobile accident was unable to complete it.
I have just been accepted as a student at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco and will finally be able to work on the MFA. The great thing is I can continue working at USI and will visit the AAU in the summer. The rest of the time I am able to take my courses online.
Like technology and life, it is constantly changing and evolving. What a joy to be part of it all!
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