three years into my university education in sunny Singapore. Hm. When I first arrived, all eager to pursue my artistic dreams and aspirations, there was no way of predicting the twists and turns my intellect would experience, nor the overhauling and illumination of ideas, thoughts and convictions that has moulded me into who I am today. I don’t really know what to call myself; I don’t see myself as a Designer, and I don’t think I am skilled enough to be an “Artist” artist. I am rather undecided in my range of technical abilities. Like I have all ten fingers (and toes) dabbling in different colored jars. I still am most comfortable calling myself a Student. I admit I am quite terrified of stepping out of the realm of “Student-ness”. But perhaps that is because my heart burns for something else.
What am I really excited about? Just creating works and working with children and/or youth. I have no commercial inclinations. Not yet anyway. Sometimes I do wish I had a little more excitement and drive towards the professional world though. But as of now, my heart yearns to work with troubled, less fortunate children/youth/women… I would love to work at the Northlight School or even at any centers or initiatives that help others. I figure I’ve been so blessed and loved my whole life, I want to give back to other people.
These are fragments of musings I’ve been chewing on as I near graduation. I am most comfortable using creative methods and communication skills to work with children, youth and battered women who don’t get the attention and respect they deserve. My heart aches for them and I think I can and want to finally do something about it rather than sit around and cry for them.
go shari!! i think there’s a definite need for skilled communicators who can help to connect communities (of faith, or otherwise) to these avenues of sharing love with those who need it most. this is besides the fact that art is often a really refreshing way for people with “no voice” (ignored in society, in their families, etc.) to express themselves and find a voice. i support you, sister!!
let me know if i can help in any way.