Artist Statment

Robert Bresson once said "Make visible what, without you, might perhaps never have been seen". As a child I would spend my free time sketching imaginary lands into my notebook, writing stories of make believe places and dreaming about the world outside my bedroom.

In school during history or science class my eyes would wonder to the windows and thoughts would rattle inside my head. But when I was seated in my art or english class, joy would seep into my skin and I couldn't wait to create a new piece of work. Today as a college student I still find myself drawn to the creative aspects of life and that is why I have chosen to major in media. I have a love for song lyrics, television shows and films. I believe this steams from my love of writing. I find the beauty in words and characters.

 I want to use my ability as a creator to bring about change in the world. Bring attention to issues that aren't talked about frequently. Such as poverty, mental health and human trafficking. I love so many things so it's hard to pick just one thing I'm passionate about. I feel studying media can help me bridge that gap and find something that incorporates all my passions.

I will admit being creative is a difficult thing as a whole to obtain, and I'm no where near close. I doubt myself too much and write pure nonsense and paint unrecognizable figures. But making these mistakes and still moving forward have helped me grow as a creator and a person.  I still am unable to explain what the essence of creativity is but I don't think anyone really does. I just know that being able to express myself in such a manner is a privilege.

My inspirations come from the world, from the people I pass down the street, the friends I have, the experiences I have faced and my ever increasing imagination. I get inspirations from a wide range of creative outlets. Authors such as Khaled Hosseini and Celeste Ng, bands and musicians like Nirvana, Guns N' Roses and James Bay, television shows such as Parks and recreations, New girl, and Game of Thrones, films like Harry Potter, Star Wars, and Birdman, artist like Jonas Gerard and Vincent van Gogh and organization such as Freedom for all, Care and NAMI. Inspiration surrounds me and is the fuel I need to create. I don't want to know what the world can do for me, I want to know what I can do for the world.