Trustee Scholars

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

I believe that creative problem solving is the answer to almost all of the problems in the world. I want to create solutions that are functional yet beautiful in nature.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

redefining new ways of approaching startup strategies, reinventing the way we view flowers as part of our ecosystem, and by creating mediums of self-expression that have never been explored before.

MY DREAM JOB IS

to be the CEO of my own company, Freya Flower Brand, spearheading my team to create flower strategies. In addition, I want to become a brand consultant to help brands achieve their highest potential.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

art plays an incredible role in telling breathtaking stories and evokes fantastic emotions. I believe the world would be dull without the impactful work of artists everywhere.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

creating a childlike sense of wonder through the stories I tell and the characters I bring to life. Leaving theaters feeling awestruck by animated films has left me wanting nothing more than to make that same magic for others.

MY DREAM JOB IS

to be a character animator for feature films. In addition, the more I learn about the animation pipeline, the more I have kindled a love for each step of the process— leading me to the dream of one day directing my own films.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

stories are a treasured form of communication. It is an exciting time to be dealing in stories because of the new methods within the industry.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

creating worlds that give my audience the freedom to not only express themselves but connect with others in unexpected ways.

MY DREAM JOB IS

to work in narrative design and one day, I would like to run an independent studio with peers who have shaped my education.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

I have always been inspired by theme parks, immersive experiences and entertainment, and animated movies and shows. Creating these exciting experiences and powerful emotions for people has always been my dream.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

making entertainment and experiences accessible, inviting, and inclusive to all. I came to Ringling College with the intention of pursuing knowledge and skills to expand and bring more to the themed entertainment industry.

MY DREAM JOB IS

to serve as creative director or a member of a design and fabrication team on a major theme park, resort, stage shows, other immersive experiences around the world, or all of the above. I would like to experience as much of the industry as possible.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

art is the space where I feel the most comfortable. I have always been an artist and I never thought about anything else growing up. When I was introduced to film, it was like I immediately found my calling.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

expressing my thoughts and my perspective on various topics and situations through my art. I want to be able to make a difference in people’s lives with my work.

MY DREAM JOB IS

directing feature length films with scripts that I write.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

this is what I am meant to be doing. I have felt the creative call ever since I was little. In recent years, I realized I could not waste what I have been gifted and have since dedicated my life to artmaking.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

reminding people of the power of love and honesty. I want to share my experiences and invite people to relate and see the beauty in the hardships of their lives; the beauty in imperfections.

MY DREAM JOB IS

to work with and for different galleries and museums and paint in my studio.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

I was drawn to the potential of art as a form of mark-making and memorandum of the present context.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

making art to be experienced and appreciated by others. I want to tell stories of the environment and locations from perspectives which have not previously been remembered or noticed.

MY DREAM JOB IS

to work in the field of art by making works that can be used and appreciated by people of different cultural backgrounds.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

I cannot imagine my life without creating art. It is the main reason that I get out of bed every morning.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

providing quality visual storytelling and entertainment that allows the viewer to get lost in these fictional worlds.

MY DREAM JOB IS

to focus on environments in the game industry. There is so much to love about working in game art.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

having the knowledge and skills to create a better world through visual communication marries my love for design and our planet.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

helping individuals, communities, and businesses reach their goals through visual communication.

MY DREAM JOB IS

to start a successful design agency.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

there is no alternative to art in my life. Although I considered different avenues, I always returned to illustration as a source of comfort and self-expression. Despite starting off as a distraction, art became my entire center of attention.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

leaving a positive impact on a young audience that is also interested in art, showing them comforting characters and narratives they can relate to. Especially for kids in Central America, where I am from, to show them how to tell their own personal stories.

MY DREAM JOB IS

to work anywhere in the world in an animation studio with my friends, working alongside one another. I’d especially like to work in children’s media, creating visually appealing but also meaningful stories that can leave an impression on them.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

art and design have always been topics of interest to me. I love finding creative solutions through design. Animation is a great outlet to experiment and really explore a full spectrum of mediums.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

exploring ways to communicate big ideas through visually engaging means. Motion Design is essentially an animation major with a focus on communication.

MY DREAM JOB IS

to work with a well-established studio that works mostly in advertisement and short form animation. I also really love stop motion and experimental animation. I really love that my field of interest allows for many smaller projects at once.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

out of the many hobbies and activities I’ve been a part of, art has been the one that has moved me the most. It has provided me avenues and platforms in which I could fully express myself while also shaping people around me.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

moving humanity closer together. Most of my artwork showcases the beauty of different identities and the importance of us acknowledging each other’s histories and existence. Change happens when we work together.

MY DREAM JOB IS

two-fold. The first is being a Fine Artist which I’m currently pursuing and working my way towards success with. That is where I see myself making the most change. And secondly, a photographer for Vogue magazine.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

it has given me a voice and platform that I never had previously. Virtual reality allows me to interpret life in a three-dimensional world that simulates real world experiences and goes beyond the mainstream limits of other types of art.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

helping others grow and learn through technological means. This industry aids others in important areas including mental health and other medical-related needs.

MY DREAM JOB IS

to work in the medical virtual reality space. I want to aid prospective companies with new ideas on how to utilize virtual reality platforms.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

creativity and systems thinking are vital when envisioning and building a more equitable world.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

creating spaces that facilitate healing, conflict resolution, and radical imagination.

MY DREAM JOB IS

in a think tank that accelerates the growth of startups and civil society initiatives in Latin America.

I CHOOSE A FUTURE IN ART AND DESIGN BECAUSE

it allows a full life of creativity. As an artist, we truly have no limits and can really do anything through our art when we put our time, mind, and passion into it.

I WANT MY WORK TO IMPACT THE WORLD BY

showing everyone the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?”, does not have to be a singular answer. You can do, and you can be, as many things as you want.

MY DREAM JOB IS

to entertain and educate as a film director, disc jockey, actor, and event host.