Do-over, please!

I was browsing my old alma mater's website trying to track down the degree requirements I had to fulfill while in undergrad. Apparently the 2002-2003 matriculation bulletin is a thing of the past. I got curious and browsed through the most current one and was appalled to find out that they now offer a Business Administration concentration in.....Arts Management! The concentration allows you to choose electives in creative writing and theater among a number of others. Why couldn't this be there 5 years ago? I could've been a stage manager or a business editor or something more fun! I want to go back and re-do my degree and drop this number-crunching business. There is no 'undo' button in life but that's ok, I just have to make the best of it from now on, right?

Freedom!

It's time for us to have some fun!

I am DONE with my classes! I did not enroll for any next semester and have decided not to pursue my Graphic Design Certificate. Instead, I plan to enjoy my free time by doing the things I love. It will be a nice break from academia as I have habitually tortured myself by jumping from one academic goal to another. I've realized that I can't keep running away from reality by constantly immersing myself in the familiarity of homework, quizzes, and projects. Besides, I have tons of stuff on my agenda that involves the word FUN. With that being said, I've got a full weekend up ahead.
If you're in the LA area, there's another craft fair going on tomorrow! Click the picture above for more info!

Thanks to Ella & Shelby for coming out to visit us last night! It was fun to catch up, just like old times. = )
Want one of these + holiday cookies? Melissa at Lovely Little Life is having a giveaway and there will be 2 lucky winners! I suggest you enter now. I promise you, the cookies will not disappoint!

Enjoy your weekend!

The design of self discovery

Graphic design classes require a lot of time, inspiration, and creativity. After enrolling in these classes, I knew I would struggle somewhat. I suffer from chronic Type A personality disorder. As a result, I like to get things done and over with as quickly as possible. In both undergrad and grad-school, I made it a point to have my assignments ahead of time to avoid the stressful time crunch as the due date came close. As much as I want to finish my assignment right now, my creative juices do not seem to be flowing and I've learned that it's not something you can force out of yourself. I'm supposed to be designing a DVD cover for my Digital Imaging class yet here I am blogging.

Among other things, taking these classes have taught me how to be patient, take (lots of) breaks and relax. I've come to learn that taking your time isn't such a bad thing. Furthermore, waiting 'til the last minute creates an unbelievable rush that exercises one's response to pressure. My graphic design work may not be the best but I am glad that I am learning how to step outside of my box to explore possibilities....even if they may contradict my personality or be something I would never think to do. I find that I am learning more about myself in these classes than graphic design itself. Self discovery is essential to our personal growth. I encourage everyone to step outside of their comfort zones and try something new. You'll be amazed at what you learn about yourself.

I will now leave you with the progress of my current assignment.

A different view of academia

Life has surely been catching up with me. I'm currently into the 5th week of the semester studying Graphic Design. My good friend Ella, who I had gone to high-school, college and grad school with, and I sporadically decided one day that we would test the waters and enroll in a Graphic Design Certificate Program. I admit that it's a nice break from learning about management styles, labor law and issuing stock. Besides, I've always admired good design but never thought I'd make an attempt myself. Yet, here I am. Truthfully, it's taking up a lot of my time that I may have to drop a class and jump down to part-time status. I'm too ashamed to post my work here right now. Do you really want to see the digital stick-figure snowman I created? Haha! We'll see how far I get in this exciting attempt into the world of art and design. Come to think about it, my right side of the brain has been in hibernation for the majority of my life. No wonder it's so hard to thaw it out!