'I am' Statement

STATEMENT:

       I am a person who highly values the art that I practice and dedicate my life to and seek a fulfilling and rewarding career in the arts. I can be very detail oriented and sometimes it can become hard to distance myself from things, especially if things begin to feel overwhelming; but despite this I try my best to be well organized and prepared in my artistic and academic studies. As an art student my education is very non-traditional which is something that I very much value as many of things about me are very non-traditional to a lot of people. As I was raised by a family that very much valued hard work, honesty, the arts, as well as progressive ideals and how far they can get you through life has always been a very important pillar in my values. Especially with the way I express myself with my art, it all very much comes from my lived experiences with my family, personal identities, social events and how these all can intertwine. In my life, I also value social tolerance and understanding, especially in such a divisive climate. I have always strived for all peoples to have equal and or equitable treatment regardless of background and actively try to educate myself and others further to help with evolving social changes and issues. I am for one devoted to educating and trying to change the unjust systems present in today's society and mainly through education and positive action.