I plan to approach Drawing+Imaging with a growth mindset. I went to an arts magnet high school and I am interested in pursuing a career in zoo design. Because of these, I already have a lot of experience with both art and design. However, there are many things I am eager to learn. For example, I have familiarized myself with Photoshop through trial and error, but I am excited to have a more formal introduction to digital software. I think this could open up endless opportunities for my body of work. I have tried Illustrator several times as well, and have not even learned the basics yet. I know these programs are industry standards, and I look forward to becoming proficient with them. I chose to take the Places and Things section of Drawing+Imaging because of my career aspirations. Zoos are both places and things, of course. I felt as though this section would be most useful for considering, conceptualizing, analyzing, and interpreting spaces and environments — both constructed and natural. As such, another goal I have for this class is to become a more spatial thinker, and to become more fluent in designing across and between three and two dimensions. I am hoping to further explore both 2D and 3D art and design throughout my college career, as well as 4D, which I have very little experience with. I think all three will be useful in a career in zoo design, for many different aspects ranging from signage and individual exhibits to master planning and client presentations. For this reason, I know I will benefit from all of the classes I have the opportunity to take at Parsons. I will approach each with this mindset, and I will be an active listener, maker, and contributor in each of them so that I can get the most out of them. I know that even with subjects I am not interested in, I can gain a lot that will help me in my future.
“Penguin Pool,” render by Asad Khan
