"Every child is an artist, the problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up"
Pablo Picasso
For me this quote from the dynamic and influential french artist is both inspiring and honest. It brings together the fundamentals of art itself and the true life behind any art form. I choose to share this particular view because it addresses the problems I feel I have encountered as a young artist designer to becoming a fresh open minded illustration student after making the decision to reignite my passion for art and return to studying after years of employment in a separate industry. It is apparent to me that schools are being stripped away of the opportunity to learn and discover art and music. This is very unfortunate because it is proven to have an overall positive impact in all areas of learning and can produce amazing results. Art should be accessible, celebrated and explored. Every person and child no matter what age should have the freedom to indulge in creative processes through studying or simply as a form of expression.
My ambitions for the future are clear to see through my eagerness to gain an understanding of the traditional values and skills that underpin the nature of illustration and design. My ambition is to challenge the existing preconceptions of creative design and push the boundaries of this dynamic and changing industry.
I have drawn for as long as i can remember. It has always been my passion throughout every stage of my life. My family were good at encouraging me to be creative. I believe you should empower yourself and realise the importance of contributing to the world by thriving and living through your talent. Work on what you love and be responsible for the gift that has been given to you, embrace it.
I am an artist. My art is personal. I take initiative. I make it happen everyday.
Invent, lead (regardless of title), connect others, make things happen, and create order out of chaos.
