Thesis
Algorithmic thinking for computational jewelry
University of Iowa
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), University of Iowa
Spring 2026
DOI: 10.25820/etd.008369
Abstract
My research bridges traditional craft and modern technology through the creation of jewelry objects designed with computational systems. Using algorithms, I build networks of logic that transform data into visual form. This offers a distinct mode of making that differs from directly shaping materials by hand. I then translate these designs into tangible objects through 3D printing, casting, and traditional hand processes. This work is driven by my desire to better understand the inner workings of computational systems, which increasingly shape daily life, yet remain hidden from view. By making the results of human and machine logic tangible, my work explores the blurred relationship between the digital and non-digital worlds while demonstrating how traditional craft and modern technology are part of one evolving craft continuum.
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- Algorithmic thinking for computational jewelry
- Creators
- Clayton Salley
- Contributors
- Steve McGuire (Advisor)Monica Correia (Committee Member)Brenda Longfellow (Committee Member)Lonna Huisingh (Keller) (Committee Member)
- Resource Type
- Thesis
- Degree Awarded
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA), University of Iowa
- Degree in
- Art (Jewelry and Metal Arts)
- Date degree season
- Spring 2026
- DOI
- 10.25820/etd.008369
- Publisher
- University of Iowa
- Number of pages
- v, 19 pages
- Copyright
- Copyright 2026 Clayton Salley
- Language
- English
- Date submitted
- 04/28/2026
- Description illustrations
- color illustrations
- Description bibliographic
- Includes bibliographical references (page 19).
- Academic Unit
- School of Art, Art History, and Design
- Record Identifier
- 9985177272102771
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