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'my career as a Visual Artist' - Statement of Purpose for Graphic Design Course [8]
hey Liebe...
Am I on the right track now??
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Statement of Purpose
Right from the days of my schooling, art has always interested me. I have participated in all extra curriculum activities of my school related to art, whether it is sketching competition, painting, designing banners, craft etc. Art was always my interest which turned into passion. And when I realized that, I knew that it was in the field of art I would have to grow and develop myself in.
Throughout my education and career in design I have been greatly influenced by my teachers, colleagues and the culture surrounding me. Perhaps now one of my greatest influences is in the city were I live, Mumbai, India. I have worked most currently with an art gallery as a graphic designer. My work has often related to the roots and values that the community is built upon such as sustainability, youth enhancement, fashion and the arts. The design principals, photography, illustration, etc that I have learned till now have motivated and inspired me as I have grown as a designer and I often look back to my teachings when I am approaching a design problem. In addition, I avidly keep looking at design blogs and publications where new ideas and topics are being discussed. I have always felt most passionate about work that teaches, informs and provokes thought. As an undergraduate student, I intend to build upon these principals and interests, and explore new ways of practicing and thinking about design.
After graduating from high school, I did Commercials Arts from B.D.Somani. During my studies there, I developed a solid background in graphic design and embarked on a variety of projects that tested my existing skills as well as introduced new techniques to add to my skill set. Throughout my studies, I've had the opportunity to be taught by an instructor who has had decades of experience in the graphic design field, giving her students a first-hand look into the graphic design field not only from a designer's perspective, but also from a business perspective as well. I've also participated in many design workshops in association with institutes of advertising, inter collegiate poster competitions, calligraphy & performing art workshops and so on gaining valuable experience and several opportunities to network with others in the graphic design field.
Along with the experience I have gained through my design education and professional encounters, I have maintained a strong interest and participation within the fine arts. As a student I studied painting, drawing and other fine arts and crafts. During that phase I worked with an art gallery in their studio and as the designer of their catalogs and marketing materials for their show of new paintings. Working with them I developed a keen eye for color while mixing specific colors in their studio. In the art gallery I tried understanding and appreciating painter's abstract work closely, I observed their process on the body of work they were producing. My knowledge and engagement in these areas have integrated in my design work today, and is something I feel could be explored further and can develop my own self-expression in design.
In a graphic design program, I look forward to strengthen my passions for design and further developing the areas in which I have had experience with. In addition to it, I am eager to learn new skills in other areas of design that I have not had the opportunity to explore during that time. I am confident that I will generate original work and emerge with a self-knowledge of the potential that I may reach as a designer.
I want to expand my horizons in a busy, stimulating environment where students can play an active part in course and develop themselves and thus London College of Communication. It's a well established institution for the Arts and studying there will not only give me the strong foundation and creative insight on the graphic design course but also improve my credentials as a designer. Since it is part of the London College of Communication to work on real life projects, gain information, advice and guidance on taking freelance work, becoming self employed or running our own business I am keen to acquire knowledge from such an excellent college. Also being located in London, one of the most vibrant and influential city, it makes even a better choice for choosing London College of Communication for my Graphic Design course.