Since the first year of this course has been completed, done and dusted. I thought I would do a little review of my year.
26th August to the 13th June
Looking back to the very first day, I was scared, very shy, very nervous and self conscious (I still am but isn't everyone to some degree?). I remember sitting between Caitlin and John (Jordan came and sat next to me later but then decided to abandon us and sit next to Martin instead, from then on I could clearly tell they'd be joined by the hip, take on the year together!). I sat with my hands clasped, in taking every word Siobhan and Niall had to express. "No eating in class, no cans or hot drinks either and no phones (as I was utterly shocked to see John clearly on his phone next to me). I wanted to obey the rules, be as good as I could be but everyone knows that rules get loosened during time!
I found the first few weeks when we focused on tasks like drawing the variety of shapes and being introduced to the different medias (that was the first time I ever drew with ink freely) very beneficial as I felt like I got eased into the course and had time to interact with the people in my class. Of course we had a lot to achieve in the course but at the time I didn't realize what was coming my way. The thought of even finishing two sketchbooks that were due in December frightened me! I thought that wasn't enough time. Comparing the work I done High School to the course, the work I produced in a year at school, I could probably produce in about two weeks if I really tried.
When I arrived, I felt like I didn't belong in the class as much, I hardly knew anything about Art (movements, artists, tools, medias etc). Of course you learn as you go which I certainly did! but I couldn't help think that. I remember when Niall told us to go to Art Galleries, as many as we could and all I thought was 'why?'. I feel very bad saying this but my opinion has changed dramatically, you'll just have to believe me! but I thought Art Galleries were pointless and boring, just walking around aimlessly. I can not disagree with that more now! I love going to Galleries and discovering new pieces and looking for inspiration as I never know what's going make me tick! For me you have to discover to make art, you have to live your life to make art and seeing masterpieces in the flesh do benefit your creative mind.
I have always been interested in Art, from a very young age with making everything out of anything I could get my little hands on and Art is definitely something I want to make a career out of. Art is always on my mind, I try and look out for inspiration everywhere I go now.
Overall deciding to apply for this course (Fashion related/Psychology/Horse Care courses did cross my mind) has been one of the best decisions I've made. I'm not only taking part in further education but loving what I'm doing, it being something I'm passionate about. I'm surprised at how well first year has went, I've met some wonderful people who have inspired me and helped me grow/break away from my shy, quiet self and I'm very grateful for that! Couldn't thank them enough! I'm excited but nervous to see what second year brings but as long I keep saying to myself "I decided to join this course for a reason, to study something I'm passionate about, to create my future and to try my best at something I love" I feel like I'll stay strong, I want to remind myself that. I'm so proud of what I've achieved this year and being awarded 'Most Improved Student' (extremely grateful!) has made me realize that everything I've done has been worthy. I could go on and on about reflecting on first year and how much it's changed me but I'll leave it here for now. I still have a long way to go but second year is going to be another step in the right direction!
Roll on the second year!!
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