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Words of Advice
Curated by Megan Hickins
From the Art Department
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“Being an artist takes a lot of hustle. No one ever hands you a paycheck or an opportunity to show your work without you making your own opportunities first. Being a professional artist is also being a business person and, in a lot of respects, is a way harder profession than being in STEM. So, if you’re looking for something creative and rewarding you’ve found it; but, if you’re looking for something chill–keep looking.”
Peter Bergman
“Failure is okay; it isn’t fun, but it helps us learn and grow. Don’t let fear of failure hold you back from what you want to achieve. Pretty much everyone has been rejected, failed a test, or had a project not work out the way we envisioned. It is okay! Imposter syndrome is real, but remember that most of us are just pretending we know what we’re doing a lot of the time. You are worthy and awesome, and you will find your place in this world.” Summer Trentin Associate Professor and Program Coordinator of Art History, Theory, and Criticism
“Be true to your voice; it matters. Anyone can copy an image, but it is the concept and drive behind the image that needs to be present. No one besides you is the authority on your practice and production. Network. Do not burn a bridge unless it is necessary, and so many times you need to be the bigger person. Whether you are an abstract artist or figurative, figure out where your light source comes into play and employ a full value range whether in black and white or color.”
Javier Flores
Affiliate Professor of Painting and 2D Studio Foundations
“Don’t just do the assignments! Think about what you want to make and use the assignments as an initial guidance but learn to truly create and make your own mark!”
Aliza Lelah
Affiliate Professor of Drawing “Strengthen the mind, work from the heart... Fear no Art.”
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Carlos Fresquez
Professor and Area Coordinator of Painting
