This was my favorite piece I created all year, because I feel like it really represents my style. I have always been interested in the graphic aspect of art, but this year I also learned to create more layering and depth in my work.
My advice that I would give to future AP 2-D students is to not procrastinate, because most of the time you have to create two or three pieces of art in a month, which is not really that long and it goes by fast. You don't want to be stuck two days before the critique deadline with one or no pieces completed!
For myself, I learned that I do get stuck in one style, but if I push myself I can challenge myself to create art with new mediums or art that is out of my comfort zone, or art that is not so "safe." I also learned that I can work really well with deadlines even if sometimes it feels rushed.
I have a few favorite activities this year and the first was bookmaking. I thought this was a very useful skill because bookmaking is not really a form of 2-d art, but it is important to experiment with different areas of art, and it was also a really fun project. I also liked the Jesse Reno workshop because it taught me to not be so tight and graphic with my art, and be more creative and broad. I think every activity taught me something this year.
In 10 years i will hopefully be working for a graphic design company, or possibly starting my own company!
