Daniela Andriana De Rodrigues Flint (b. 1994, Boston, MA) was born to an American mother and a Brazilian father, she lived a life with both cultures. She received her Bachelors degree in painting from Maine College of Art. Her practice challenges the viewer to compare the emotional, fiscal, decorative and utilitarian value of an object. Daniela continues her practice in Dallas, Texas.
“My studio practice studies how our perceptions of value are developed and manipulated by outside influences. I theorize there are four conceptual notions of value; emotional connection, established fiscal worth, decorative value and utilitarian benefit. An individual’s personal preference also affects their perception of value. I further my practice by studying how images and motifs from my psyche affect my personal perception of value. As a Brazilian American, it has taken an immense effort to live within multiple cultures, and as a result, this has influenced my perception of value. I use products and motifs that hold value to me from both cultures to express my feelings towards authorship and cultural dualism.”