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DIVA IDEASDIVA IDEAS
photo by Neal Johnson
STU D E N T E X H I B I T F A L L 1 4
This catalog gathers a selection of works and projects produced by
the students of DIVA and IDEAS during the Fall 2014 Academic Season.
Media include photographic, illustration and graphic design, video, rich
multimedia, and interior design works developed with the students’ high
motivation and desire to leave a visible trace of their presence in Florence.
While the works chosen for this exhibit represent a selection from each course,
our thanks and appreciation must also go to all the students whose work is
not represented here but whose efforts should be acknowledged.
The Fall 2014 Student Exhibit marks a year of intense and stimulating activity
at Florence University of the Arts. It is our hope that the talents of our students
will continue to flourish in their future careers. In bocca al lupo!
G i u l i o V i n c i
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D I V A I N T R O D U C T I O N T O D I G I T A L P H O T O G R A P H Y
M a c k e n z i e K o l l i n g
Fort Worth, Texas - USA
Baylor University
S H E E T S
Digital print - 60 x 42 cm
For this work, I wanted to create a simple series with minimal elements, focusing on texture and
movement as I interact with a personal space. In these photographs, I am in my bed, a space that is
foreign yet familiar. I am confi ned to it, yet still moving freely within it. I capture the moments of falling
asleep and rising from it, and the imprints these actions have left on the sheets that surround me.
S T U D E N T ’ S M U L T I M E D I A F I N A L E X H I B I T F A L L 2 0 1 4
R a c h e l G a l v e z
Waco, Texas - USA
Baylor University
S E L F R E F L E C T I O N S
Digital print - 60 x 42 cm
My desire was to portray the relationship and interaction between one’s reality and one’s inner self.
I chose to transform myself into an atmospheric, dream-like world, representing the imaginary place
in which I interact with my inner self, process my thoughts and emotions, and self reflect. I was
inspired by the drama and theatricality of Baroque paintings.
D I V A I N T R O D U C T I O N T O F A S H I O N P H O T O G R A P H Y
C o u r t n e y K i n g
Austin, Texas - USA
University of Oregon
U N T I T L E D
Digital print - 60 x 42 cm
S T U D E N T ’ S M U L T I M E D I A F I N A L E X H I B I T F A L L 2 0 1 4
E m m a E l l i o t t
Austin, Texas - USA
University of Northern Colorado
U N T I T L E D
Digital print - 60 x 42 cm
D I V A I N T R O D U C T I O N T O F A S H I O N P H O T O G R A P H Y
L u s i A r a r g i l
Egg Harbor Township, NJ - USA
St. Joseph’s University
U N T I T L E D
Digital print - 60 x 42 cm
D I V A S T R E E T P H O T O G R A P H Y
E m i l y M a d i g a n
Vidalia, Illinois - USA
Columbia College
P O R T R A I T S
Digital print - 60 x 42 cm
When I was taking these
photographs I was working off my
gut instinct and social cues in order
to find my subject. I sought out the
subjects by walking around some
non-tourist sights to find the locals.
It is important for me to make them
feel comfortable, so
I spent a few minutes with each.
I noticed I am more drawn to the
older and more textured people.
I was not looking for all the dog
presences or male figures but it is
what I ended up with.
This assignment has helped
me break a barrier with local
Florentines. I’ve learned that people
here are rather easy to talk to and
laugh with. Some are shy but if you
smile and compliment them, the
subject opens up. The spirit of
Florentine people is positive
and it is easy to see!
D I V A S T R E E T P H O T O G R A P H Y
H a n n a h J a m r o n
Orange, Connecticut - USA
Suffolk University
T H E S E L F I E
Digital print - 60 x 42 cm
Humans are beginning to live for documenting life events with photos and online posts, instead of
actually living the event. Last year Time Magazine’s word of the year was “Selfie,” and after that you
could not help but observe the boom of this odd behaviour everywhere you looked. It went from
being a social deviance of taking photos of yourself, to a social norm. Now, there are men walking
around the streets making a living off of selling sticks that help you take selfies. This photo shows
the epitome of the “selfie movement” as he makes contact with me while snapping the photo
of himself. Ah humans, the multitaskers.
S T U D E N T ’ S M U L T I M E D I A F I N A L E X H I B I T F A L L 2 0 1 4
N e a l J o h n s o n
Wilton, Iowa - USA
University of Northern Iowa
U N T I T L E D
Digital print - 60 x 42 cm
Being from the rural Midwest, train stations are new to
me. Big or small, they always seem to offer neat lines,
light, or architecture.
D I V A S T R E E T P H O T O G R A P H Y
S a m u e l B a r n e s
Peotone, Illinois - USA
Indiana State University
W A L K I N G S M O K E
Digital print - 60 x 42 cm
Our moments in life move by so fast, we are like smoke disappearing into the void.
Leaving only traces of ourselves to be found.
A D V A N C E D D I G I T A L P H O T O G R A P H Y F A L L 2 0 1 4
B l a k e D e t h e r a g e
Springfield, Illinois - USA
Robert Morris University
H I N D S I G H T
Digital print - 60 x 42 cm
D I V A A D V A N C E D D I G I T A L P H O T O G R A P H Y
M a t t h e w S h e g o g
Calumet City, Illinois - USA
Robert Morris University
L I V E B Y T H E P A I N T , D I E B Y T H E F U M E S
Digital print - 60 x 42 cm
“Live by the Paint, Die by the Fumes,” offers a rare glimpse into the underground
world of Florentine graffiti culture. I choose to shoot this project in black and
white to prevent the various different colors of paint from distracting from
my original goal; capturing the essence and atmosphere surrounding the
production of the many pieces of street art that I see on a daily basis.
D I V A I L L U S T R A T I O N A N D C A R T O O N I N G A R T S
E l i z a b e t h R a g o
Lafayette, California - USA
Baylor University
H E M I N G W A Y
Digital print - 60 x 42 cm
My name is Elizabeth Rago. I’m from Lafayette,
California and attend Baylor University as a
Painting and French major. This piece is called,
“Quirky Writers,” and was created by free
drawing and then using Photoshop.
C h e l s e a K o z m a
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina - USA
Clemson University
T H E W O R L D I S A B O O K
Digital print - 15.42cm x23.5cm
Inspired by my travels around Europe, I created
different book covers to represent my favorite
countries, using Photoshop. I will later use this
artwork on 3D hallowed books that will hold all
my treasures and pictures from each place. One
thing I know for sure is that the project will not
be finished when I leave class for the last time.
This is just the beginning of the epic and I am
only a few chapters in.
D I V A V I S U A L C O M M U N I C A T I O N D E S I G N F U N D A M E N T A L S S T U D I O I
D a n n y O ’ S h e a
Galena, Illinois - USA
University of Northern Iowa
U N T I T L E D
Digital print - 60 x 42 cm
Restaurant branding and packaging for a modern Greek establishment I developed based on my research and
analysis of the young American market. My logo embodies all attributes of my specific market - young, vibrant
and energetic. I used a rich blue, subdued greys, and white to promote the masculinity of the theme and to
immediately attract potential customer’s attention. I chose to use clean and bold typography to compliment the
line work in the logo, maintain continuity and legibility throughout.
S T U D E N T ’ S M U L T I M E D I A F I N A L E X H I B I T F A L L 2 0 1 4
S p e n c e r S i s s e l m a n
Cape Elizabeth, Maine - USA
J U N K S T Y L E P U N K S T Y L E
Digital print - 30 x 10.3 cm
My name is Spencer Sisselman. I’m from Cape Elizabeth, Maine and I’m 18
years old. This piece “JUNK STYLE PUNK STYLE” is supposed to stray from
the norm. My first thought when I imagined re-using found objects for interior
design, was a house with a cottage feel. I pictured rustic images and furniture
with a country feeling. I stepped away from that idea and introduce
PUNK STYLE. This book has an alternative and edgy feel. The dimensions are
30cm X 10.3cm X 2.5cm. It bold. This is not your normal Interior design book.
D I V A V I S U A L C O M M U N I C A T I O N D E S I G N F U N D A M E N T A L S S T U D I O I I I
A m a n d a R i c c i a r d i
Philadelphia, PA - USA
P E A R S
This piece was inspired by the young, hip,
stay-at-home mother, with lots of time and
money to spend. She see’s herself as cultured
and trendy, but extremely tasteful with a good
eye for design. This cookbook is not only a guide
for untraditional pear dishes to impress her guests
with, but a decorative element for her to display
on her corner of her counter space that would go
perfectly with the cookbook stand she bought
handmade from an artisan abroad.
L A C A S A L O C A
For this project, I am branding a Mexican
restaurant influenced by a small neighbourhood
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The people of this
neighbourhood, Chestnuthill, are
environment-caring, down-to-earth,
fun and artistic individuals who are seeking a
lively place to go on a Friday without having to go
into centre city. La Casa Loca is a restaurant that
supports the community. It houses live music for
local musicians as well as a small gallery for local
artists. These events add to the fun and lively
spirit of the place and makes its consumers feel
connected to it.
S T U D E N T ’ S M U L T I M E D I A F I N A L E X H I B I T F A L L 2 0 1 4
B r i a n P o t o p o w i c z
New York, NY - USA
RIT University
T A C O L I B R E
D I V A V I S U A L C O M M U N I C A T I O N D E S I G N F U N D A M E N T A L S S T U D I O I I I
L a u r e n F r o m i n
Hollywood, Florida - USA
RIT University
S T E A K A N D T O M A T O E S R E C I P E B O O K
This recipe book was created for the kind of man who appreciates food and enjoys cooking it.
He is the type of guy who is a doer of all things in life. He cooks, he cleans, he builds things, and
he is constantly learning about something new each day - all while maintaining a stylish attitude
in the process. I felt there was a gap in recipe books provided to this demographic, therefore,
it is intended to please the man who uses it to cook with, along with the lucky people he cooks for.
G U A C N ’ R O L L M E X I C A N C O N C E P T
GuacN’Roll is fun, hip Mexican restaurant that offers an appealing, modern-
rustic environment intended to entertain its customers. The authentic Mexican
street-style fare will surprise most and have them coming back for more.
The colors are bright, the music is loud, but the food is muy sabroso. GuacN’Roll also
offers a line of premium tequila for those who want to take the party home with them.
D I V A I N T R O D U C T I O N T O V I D E O M A K I N G
H i l l a r y H o l u b
Central City, Iowa - USA
University of Northern Iowa
K a t h r y n A b r a h a m
Lowell, Massachusetts - USA
T H E W I N E L A D Y
Combination of video, photo, and text.
1920x1080 px
Length is 03:54:03, or 03:55
We chose to create a short film about a place in Florence that captured
the special spirit, or genius loci, of the city. The small family-owned wine
shop, Bacco Nudi, seemed to be an excellent choice for this project.
We sought to portray the positive energy that pervades throughout the shop,
and the workers who dedicate their efforts to pleasing their customers.
D I V A I N T R O D U C T I O N T O V I D E O M A K I N G
M a r c o T u t i n o
Bronx, NY - USA
Le Moyne College
U N T I T L E D
Video
1920x1080 px
S T U D E N T ’ S M U L T I M E D I A F I N A L E X H I B I T F A L L 2 0 1 4
D a c i a C a r t e r
Waterloo, Iowa - USA
University of Northern Iowa
N e a l J o h n s o n
Wilton, Iowa - USA
University of Northern Iowa
F I R E N Z E
Video
1920x1080 px
Length 03:59
Grab dem kleenexes, you’re gonna need
em after you’re done watching this video.
D I V A I N T R O D U C T I O N T O V I D E O M A K I N G
L a u r a P i c a r d
West Simsbury, Connecticut - USA
Boston College
K i m b e r l y A n n S i m m o n s
Naperville, Illinois - USA
Boston College
A R T I N E V E R Y C O R N E R
Video
1920x1080 px
In a bustling city so rich in history and culture, it is easy to get caught up in the tourist attractions and well known works.
While they are beautiful and awe-inspiring, it is important to take the times to discover the little things, the things that make
Florence so unique. One day, we stumbled upon a tiny paint shop and met an unassuming artist, Maurizio Tortelli, who we were
lucky enough to get to know as well as this city that we have called home.
Through this experience, we discovered that the true spirit of Florence is so much more than what meets the eye.
As Maurizio taught us, there truly is art in every corner.
S T U D E N T ’ S M U L T I M E D I A F I N A L E X H I B I T F A L L 2 0 1 4
B l a i n e M i c h e l l e
Sammamish, Washington - USA
University of Redlands
L a u r a E l i z a b e t h M a g b e e
Auburn, Georgia - USA
University of Mississippi
P I A Z Z A S A N T O S P I R I T O
Video
1920x1080 px
I D E A S P R O J E C T F O R S U S T A I N A B L E I N T E R I O R D E S I G N
T a y l o r F a r r e l l
Columbia, South Carolina - USA
Winthrop University
F A R M H O U S E R E N O V A T I O N - F A M I L Y A P A R T M E N T
Digital print - 70 x 50 cm
I D E A S I N T E R M E D I A T E I N T E R I O R D E S I G N - I N T R O D U C T I O N T O L I G H T I N G
L a u r e n E c k e r
Saratoga Springs,
NY - USA
Endicott College
T a y l o r F a r r e l l
Columbia, South Carolina - USA
Winthrop University
S a r a h N a r b u r g h
Cicero, NY - USA
Endicott College
T H E T E R R A C E F I N E D I N I N G R E S T A U R A N T
Digital print - 70 x 50 cm
A backyard terrace is the concept behind
“The Terrace.” It represents an intimate
setting while being sustainable, green,
and healthly. through this concept we
have pulled natural materials, as well as a
garden wall, lanterns and mood lighting.
all of this combined together makes
for a young and sophisticated dining
establishment.
I D E A S I N T E R M E D I A T E I N T E R I O R D E S I G N - I N T R O D U C T I O N T O L I G H T I N G
C h e l s e a G l y n n
Rockport, Massachusetts - USA
Endicott College
H a n n a h P i c a r i e l l o
Marblehead, Massachusetts - USA
Endicott College
L a u r a V a r j a b e d i a n
Middleborough, Massachusetts - USA
Endicott College
F A I M A I - T H A I F I N E D I N I N G R E S T A U R A N T
Digital print - 70 x 50 cm
The cultural and traditional aspects of Thailand existed as the inspiration for our restaurant design,
while we also sought to explore the flavors and variety that make up Thai cuisine. The lantern festivals Loi Krathong and
Yi Peng remained a prominent reference and design muse for the design of the restaurant.
S T U D E N T ’ S M U L T I M E D I A F I N A L E X H I B I T F A L L 2 0 1 4
K a i t l i n D e s b i e n s
Midland Park, NY - USA
Endicott College
S a b i n a G r a s s o
Cumberland Foreside, Maine - USA
Endicott College
A m a n d a M e r c e r e a u
Manchester, New Hampshire - USA
Endicott College
A L L O R A - V E G E T A R I A N F I N E D I N I N G R E S T A U R A N T
Digital print - 70 x 50 cm
Allora was created from our chefs’ mutual respect and appreciation for pure ingredients, with a strong focus on locally produced,
seasonal fruits and vegetables. Since our opening, we have created relationships with farmers, growers, and members of the
community to develop a precisely focused, unique dining experience that celebrates the fresh produce of each season.
At Allora, we aim to reintroduce dining as an experience which people take time to enjoy and indulge in the five senses.
We believe dining is an enjoyable experience and should be fun, with a fresh and surprising menu, the experience and knowledge
of the dining room staff, and the comforting and modern ambiance of the interior.
Gabriella GanugiFua President
David WeissDIVA Chair
Giulio VinciDIVA and IDEAS Academic Coordinator
DIVAEnrica Quaranta
Introduction to Digital Photography
Jerry Lee IngramIntroduction to Fashion Photography
Jacopo SantiniStreet Photography
Simone PierottiAdvanced Digital Photography
Ivka MarkovicIllustration and Cartooning Arts
Visual Communication Design Fundamentals Studio I
Visual Communication Design Fundamentals Studio III
Juri CianiIntroduction to Creative Videomaking
IDEASJulie Janssen
Project for Sustainable Interior Design I
Claudio RodeghieroIntroduction to Lighting
Giulio VinciIntermediate Interior Design
SPECIAL THANKS TO
Susanna BausiFUA Press Office
Alberto SimoncioniGraphic Layout
Enrica QuarantaFrancesca Gassani
DIVA and IDEAS Staff
December 2014
A C K N O W L E D G E M E N T S
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