Artist Statement

I have always been fascinated by media. Whether it was a print ad, a photograph or a piece of television or film, something always spoke to me, always drew me in. That is why I chose to study it. Growing up print ads and MTV had a huge influence on me. I would tear out my favorite images and make a collage. I would also save my favorite magazine covers. As for MTV, there was something about seeing my favorite songs take on a new life in the most unique ways. Even better was when I would see a video for a song I disliked, yet as a story was told visually, my feelings would change, and I would have a much higher tolerance for the tune. Never one to be big on using my imagination, it amazed me how much of an impact these images could have on my emotions. Ah the joys of being visually stimulated. I didn’t realize until I was older that these interests were sparking up a desire inside of me to at the very least, be involved in media or even create my own pieces.

When I started producing media a few short months ago, most of the work was based around 2d images of my life and the people in it. I was just getting used to working with new applications and I wasn’t really sure where I wanted to go, or what point of view I wanted to get across. This time around, I’m excited to dive into new territory with film and video, and take my ideas further. I want to explore the lives of strangers and stray away from my comfort zone. I’d like to make at least one piece that will speak to someone, in ways that media has spoken to me.