Jennifer Dickieson 4/29/21 Jennifer Dickieson 4/29/21

Mudita Aggarwal

Gaye Fowler 4/29/21 Gaye Fowler 4/29/21

Jaida Hamilton

This year has taught me that being an artist is organic, fluid and ever-changing. I'm not meant to be stagnant with my art, instead I must evolve with it and trust the process of creation.

Gaye Fowler 4/29/21 Gaye Fowler 4/29/21

Kamila Bashir

My daily affirmations for the past year sounded like:

Be free

Or bound

Create

Or take a break

Be art

Or make art

Float

Or immerse

Sort it

Or go with the flow

Do whatever brings you peace of mind, and pleasure.

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Shengye Wang

Jennifer Dickieson 4/29/21 Jennifer Dickieson 4/29/21

Monica Wang

Gaye Fowler 4/29/21 Gaye Fowler 4/29/21

Linh Phan

My Foundation year helped me reconnect with my inner artist. I learned to create with values, honesty and confidence and that the stories I tell matter. You know how they always talk about following your passion? Now I can say that it feels damn good! Tell more stories

Gaye Fowler 4/29/21 Gaye Fowler 4/29/21

Connor Simpson

I think that I've become more comfortable working without a specific goal in mind, being more open to experimentation and discovering things along the way.

Gaye Fowler 4/27/21 Gaye Fowler 4/27/21

Maria Mazilenko

I didn't know what to expect when coming here at such a time, coupled with the self-doubt I had upon entry, but I'm already finishing the first year with so many wonderful friends, and a new-found strength and confidence. To my Discord squad: I love you guys so much.

Gaye Fowler 4/27/21 Gaye Fowler 4/27/21

Randall Barnetson

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Martinez Velazquez

Without introspection and reflection one can't create expressive and effective artworks - one good thing that came out of isolation. I learned to create catharsis of my emotions through my work, helping my emotional state and making my work stronger. It was hard, I was scared, but I am no longer.

Gaye Fowler 4/26/21 Gaye Fowler 4/26/21

Ava Torreggiani

Stop second guessing yourself. You're meant to be here. Breathe.

Gaye Fowler 4/26/21 Gaye Fowler 4/26/21

Lou Jezreel Mendoza

An experience for sure! Despite being part of the online bubble and enduring new and difficult obstacles, I find myself looking forward to my second year as I create more elevating art. Thank you to all the professors taking part in such a difficult year.

Gaye Fowler 4/26/21 Gaye Fowler 4/26/21

Jieun Lee

First year provided me with a great opportunity to view other's works. This motivated me to create with passion. Learning to understand the cultural meanings of historical works helped me see these differently, and allowed me to be more aware of how I articulate my thoughts.