The first time I experienced clay in depth was in my first ceramics class in college. This is where I spent hours of my time in the studio exploring. After my first soda firing, I knew that I wanted to start a career in clay. I am applying to the master’s program in ceramics to extend my knowledge of clay and to further develop my conceptual thought.
Much of my time was spent in the studio during my time in college. My professor, Nick Roudebush, saw this drive and hired me as the head studio assistant. As the studio assistant, my job was to fire the kilns, make clay and glazes, assist students in projects, and provide a creative and inclusive work environment. The first summer after I was hired, I petitioned to stay on campus and work in the
One of my main focuses in ASB was connecting with the majority of the school’s interests. Being the outsider, I had to adapt to develop a new concept and interests to connect with the school. When planning and organizing events, you have to try to please the general audience. Different events made me discover that other lifestyles and personalities to me that I never knew. I encountered that I influenced others to media and video graphics from my work. Many enjoyed my work and I ended up teaching others how to edit. This enabled me to meet new people and see other talents people had in them. As such, they were interested and wanted to continue the little short films.
the production of my school’s newspaper; lastly, I helped make posters for a medical camp for
Prompt: In 500 words or more, describe your collegiate experience thus far. How has this experience and the knowledge you've gained influenced what you plan to study? How have they influenced your decision to apply to St. Edward's?
According to the College Health website, “No one is immune from stress, but those entering the ivory towers of college are particularly vulnerable to it.” Attending college for the first time gave me a feeling of displacement, nonetheless, I maintained my sense of priority, I am here to learn, here to excel, and here to focus on my objective.
The stereotypical version of the normal life of a teenager proceeding to college would include high academic standards met throughout their high school career and outstanding outside testing scores resulting in automatic entry into the institution of their choice. Many of these individuals have the support of their accomplished family members in the form of financial support. There are those who have not had the luxuries of any easy upbringing but forced to decide between a life with a college degree or full-time employment. For myself I want to have it all and to achieve that I have taken on both.
Imagine yourself in a museum. You are standing in front of a masterpiece and it draws you ever close until your nose is almost touching it. When you’re too near the painting and you’re too focused, you don’t see the overall beauty of the painting itself. In fact, it becomes blurry when your eyes get too near. Life is the same way. You can’t get too focused on any one detail because your vision becomes impaired and everything else around you becomes blurry.
...des us with a glimpse into the ancient culture using beautiful and detailed designs. The art form has been sustained in fired clay for thousands of years indiscriminately telling its story to the world and to history.
I spent most of my high school career depressed and anxious about everything. I was lost alone and some days it was it was hard to get out of bed. I was happier with my friends that was only a temporary satisfaction. I found myself through Art: writing, poetry, or short stories Art help me express myself. My art screamed more than I could have ever said. Art give me the confidence in the person I convey through right. Being creative lowered my anxiety and maybe feel like I could be myself.
I am currently studying Art at A-level and have had my work exhibited in a gallery and in local industry buildings as part of the 'Art in the Workplace' scheme which is organized by my college. The piece of my artwork which was displayed, and used in a business's workplace was a painting inspired by an Art Department trip to Italy. In my spare time, I enjoy running my own comedy website with my friends, which has enabled me to learn good organizational skills. Aside from art, I enjoy playing basketball with other students from my college every Wednesday afternoon. I have found this to be a welcome break from normal study, allowing me to exercise at the same time as relieving stress.
Hello class! I am Sophia Sanchez, this is my second semester attending Cypress college. My intended major is Nursing, though it is subject to change due to other interests. I’m currently a full-time student. I’m hesitant whether I will earn my Associates Degree here at Cypress College or if I will transfer to Cal State Fullerton University for the remainder of my education. After graduation I plan to work as an Oncology nurse at Kaiser Permanente or CHOC. My time is spent studying, working, and attending church. I’m currently employed at an Urgent Care as a Medical Assistant; I love to interact with patients and help them with their needs. For the most part, I have no time to do the things I love which are shopping and singing. Altogether,
Throughout my life, I have loved to draw. Due to my love of drawing, I decided to take a career in something that has to do with art. A few things have happened in my life that has caused me to take this path. Three people that I have interacted in some way, are the reason for my choices.
Most of the lessons I have learned since getting to college have been the result of pretty strong wake up calls. As far as classes go, I have yet to fail a test but I have come fairly close. I am quickly realizing that I cannot just coast through school at this level. I cannot settle for average grades if I want to get into any sort of physical therapy program. Social aspects have resulted in much more obvious wake up calls. Getting caught drinking was far from ideal. The police making us run was one hell of a lesson. I do not know if it will be enough to make me stop drinking entirely but it will definitely stop me for the foreseeable future. I will also make sure to be a lot more careful about it. A huge lesson I learned from all of that is do not let idiots bring you down with their mistakes.
My experience at the Center for Social Innovation(CSI) or Fordham Foundry was underwhelming due to the lack of experienced people who were able to assist me. Being that I was unable to speak with the professor, I spoke with Anthony Parente and Enzo Obeso, two up and coming entrepreneurs who made their best efforts to inform me on what takes place at the Fordham Foundry.
Many artists say that they were born to do art, that it was always in their blood and that they cannot remember a time that art was not a part of their lives. For me, this was exactly the opposite. I was always trying to do my best in science and mathematics and art was not even on my radar until I was a freshman in high school where I met my first inspiration for art, Zack Smithey. I was lucky enough to have Mr. Smithey as a guide for the start of my art career all four years in high school and he really pushed me to develop my portrait work. He helped me develop the foundation of my artwork, but at that point I was merely duplicating what I was seen and really had not developed an aesthetic of my own. For me, art was a challenge for me to
...new classes, I soon realized what would be the biggest challenge of college: deciding on a major. Yes, I am one of those people who started college without first declaring a major. I soon heard every question, suggestion, and response regarding possible options. I even began concocting false majors to throw some people off. Large-Scale Demolition was a crowd favorite.