My name is Caliya Williams, I’m a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design and an Illustration major. What defines me is not just my creativity, but my resilience that has shaped my journey and the determination to turn adversity into my purpose. Growing up, I lived in a single parent household, even though finances were limited my mom taught me that success wouldn’t be handed to me, but that I had to create it. With her help and encouragement I started my new life in college. Balancing academics, self promotion, and budgeting while maintaining a strong GPA and earning the Dean’s List twice has taught me discipline and independence. While others I knew waited for opportunities, I built my own. I began developing my own original characters, while exploring fantasy stories through my art on social media, and laying the foundation for future graphic novels and merchandise. My short term goals are to launch a small business starting with sticker designs, and my long term goals are to establish a storytelling brand that uplifts and connects with my audience on a deeper level. My resilience, however, hasn’t just come from my discipline, but my faith. I used to be overwhelmed by anxiety and self doubt, and I constantly second guessed myself and tried to please others. In those moments, I turned to prayer and reflection. My faith grounded me, reminding me that my voice has value and that I was created with a purpose. Through this, art became not just an outlet but a safe heaven. As I healed, I began sharing my experience with others who struggled with anxiety or self worth. At SCAD, I joined the Black Student Association and began encouraging others to be vulnerable in their artwork and stay true to their values. I shared openly with the BAC about my christian faith, which inspired others to be more open about their own identities and beliefs. I discovered that leadership isn’t about authority, it’s about empathy, encouragement, and helping others feel seen and supported. Through storytelling and illustration, I hope to continue creating characters and narratives that reflect real struggles, faith, and healing. I want my future brand to be a beacon for the younger audience, especially those who feel lost, unseen, or anxious, so that they can see themselves in my stories and feel inspired to keep going. This scholarship would not only relieve financial stress, but also empower me to expand my platform, grow my craft, and continue building a legacy that's rooted in resilience, faith, and art to uplift others.

When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, "Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer." Over time, that phrase became true. My anxiety was constant, a little voice in my head that made me second guess my every move. I lost sight of who I was and became consumed with pleasing others, while ignoring my own needs and feelings. It was an isolating experience, one that made me feel trapped in my own mind. In the midst of those dark moments, I discovered my love for art. Drawing became my voice when I didn't have the words to communicate. It gave me a way to express my emotions that I couldn't explain aloud. Finding my love for art didn't just quiet the noise in my head, but it helped me reclaim parts of myself that I buried under the falsehood of fear and self doubt. As I gotten older, my anxiety began to ease with time, and my relationship with art grew. What started as a coping mechanism slowly transformed into a passion for storytelling and illustration. Character creation, in particular, became a therapeutic process for me. Each character I designed carries a piece of me, my thoughts, fears, hopes, and dreams. My characters are imperfect, emotional, and most of all human, much like the people that I hope to reach through my artwork. If someone can see themselves in my work and feel less alone, then I know I'm on the right path. This journey led me to explore the field of art therapy. I realized that the healing I found through creating could also help others, especially those who struggle to express their emotions verbally. Art therapy combines my love for illustration with my desire to support mental health and emotional well being. I want to create spaces where people can heal through creativity, just like I did. Through my education at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I have gained the confidence to share my work and use my social media platforms to inspire others. I hope to continue learning how to bridge art and the importance of mental health in meaningful ways. My goal is to use art therapy not only as a tool for healing, but also as a form of connection, one that empowers others to embrace their own stories. This scholarship would support more than just my education, it would help me build a foundation to make lasting change in people's lives, turning my personal healing into a profession dedicated to helping others to do the same.

One thing I've learned over the years is that change, though scary, is often the spark for growth. When I started college at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I was eager for a fresh start, a new chapter that would allow me to grow, not only as an artist but a person. One of the first stops in this new beginning of my life was Huey's, a New Orleans inspired restaurant. I walked in expecting a simple meal and the environment being generic just like every other restaurant I've been in. But I walked out of Huey's with a lasting memory that changed my view on the restaurant industry and the comfort, community, and creativity that holds it. The moment I stepped into Huey's I felt as though that I was actually in New Orleans. The laid back vibes, live music, warm customer service, and their famous beignets reminded me of home, even though I was in a new city. That home cooked styled food has always made me feel good, but it wasn't just the food that made an impact, but it was the atmosphere. I saw everyone around me feeling welcomed. From left to right I have seen big families unwind and enjoy themselves, and little things like that have always warmed my heart. As an illustration major, I often find myself inspired by real life experiences. Restaurants like Huey's have influenced how I approach storytelling. When I create characters and visual narratives, I draw moments of connection, and that night at Huey's I felt a connection like nothing else. I aim to build stories that make people feel seen, comforted, and included, just like how Huey's made me feel. The restaurant industry has the power to create more than just good meals, but meaningful memories. If I could change anything about the industry, I would encourage more spaces that prioritize community, incivility, and mental health. From diverse staff representation to incorporating local art and music, restaurants can become creative places that support not only good food but good people. Through my art and social media presence, I hope to help bridge that gap and promote spaces that celebrate culture, creativity, and kindness. I want to inspire restaurants to see their impact beyond food. This scholarship would help me continue that mission. It represents more financial aid, but it's a stepping stone toward a future where I can use my talent to inspire change. With hard work, support, and education, I'm building my career that blends storytelling, art, and community just like Huey's blended food, culture, and a feeling of belonging.

Technology has the power to spark transformation, and for me that moment happened when I received my first art tablet on my tenth birthday. That simple device, opened a world of creative freedom and changed my life forever. Before the tablet, I mostly drew in my sketchbook, but having access to digital art gave me the ability to experiment without fear of making mistakes. The possibilities were endless. That tablet became my companion, my therapist when times got rough, and ultimately the bridge between a childhood hobby and my dream career. Today, I’m pursuing that dream majoring in Illustration at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). The tablet was just the beginning. SCAD has helped me push beyond my comfort zone and tap into a better understanding about storytelling through character designs and visual narratives. When I create characters, I give them personalities, struggles, and aspirations that reflect the real world. I want people to see themselves in my work and feel less alone. Technology, like the art tablet, inspires me because it makes creating expressions more accessible. It allows people, especially those of the younger generation who are aspiring artists, to tell stories, explore their identity, and find their voices. In a world where mental health, connection, and representation matter more than ever, being powered by technology can truly make a difference. The support that I’ve received, from my mother’s belief in my talent to the resources at SCAD, has shaped my growth not just as an artist, but as a communicator and change maker. My first art tablet lit a spark in me that will never go out, my mission is to create generational wealth and to use my voice to inspire others, especially those who feel unseen or unheard. This scholarship is more than financial help, it’s an investment in my journey as a self sufficient artist. Through technology and storytelling, I want to help make the world a more empathetic, connected, and inspired place.

When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer.” Over time, that phrase became true. Anxiety felt like a constant whisper in my mind, pushing me to doubt myself and seek approval from everyone around me. Through middle school and high school, I became a people pleaser, and silenced my own needs in favor of others' expectations. At times, due to this issue, I felt trapped in my own mind, like I was losing control over my own thoughts and identity. Through the midst of that struggle, I found my love of art. Drawing became my escape and my way of speaking when I could not find the words to speak my mind. When I draw, it’s like my safe heaven. I could quiet the storm in my head and express myself freely. Over time, art evolved from just an outlet into something much deeper, my purpose. My sketchbook slowly filled with characters and liveliness, that each drawing I drew became a reflection of me that I was learning to understand and accept. As my anxiety began to ease, my passion for illustration grew stronger. I no longer created art just to cope with challenges of having severe anxiety, but created to connect. I realized that storytelling through character design gave me the ability to give others what I once needed, comfort, validation, and representation. I began to see how uplifting and powerful art can be when it reflects real human emotions. This shift changed my mindset in the best way possible. I stopped hiding behind my anxiety and letting it consume me, and started embracing vulnerability. Now, as an illustration major at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I’m using my experiences to shape a successful art career. SCAD has given me the tools, confidence, and platforms to share my voice through my art, and people are listening. I’ve grown my social media presence, refined my portfolio, and stepped into the role as a storyteller for black culture. The lessons I’ve learnt are simple but powerful, obstacles like mental health don’t have to define you, they can shape you. My anxiety challenged me, but also revealed my voice, and built my confidence to pursue my passion. This scholarship would not only ease the financial burden of pursuing my dreams, but it would also help me continue building a legacy that encourages others to turn their struggles into something beautiful.

Olivia Rodrigo is an incredible artist who captures what it feels like to be an anxious teenage girl trying to navigate a world that doesn't make sense. Her song “vampire” from the GUTS album resonates with me because, it expresses the regret that comes from trusting the wrong people and ignoring your instincts, even when the red flags are right in front of you. The lyrics that stands out to me is “I made some real big mistakes, but you made the worst one look fine. I should’ve known it was strange, you only come out at night. I used to think I was smart, but you made me look so naive, the way you sold me for parts as you sunk your teeth into me.” These lines captures the vulnerability of being an adolescence, the feeling of being taken advantage of, thinking you know better, and then you beating yourself up when you realize you didn’t. Although Olivia is speaking about a relationship, I relate to these lyrics to my friendships growing up. Instead of having one vampire, I had hoard of vampires, all in one friend group. Friends who would belittle me under the disguises of jokes. I was often called weird of inexperienced because I was not as experienced as they were in dating or life, making me feel behind. I ignored their comments because I wanted to keep the peace, but deep down I was miserable without even realizing it. I thought if I stayed quiet, that they would accept me. But deep down I knew that something was off. Eventually, after nearly a decade, I cut them off. I realized that I was tired of shrinking myself to fit their world. It was painful to walk away because, they were all I knew and I thought we would be best friends forever. But it taught me to stop letting others define my worth. In the aftermath of it all, I felt relieved, and knew I made the right choice. Since then, I have found my real friends, people who see me for who I truly am, and love me because of it, not in spite of it. “Vampire” is poetic because Olivia owns up to her mistakes while also reclaiming her power into who she is. That is the beauty of her album GUTS, it’s a voice for girls who were made to feel small, and for those who weren’t able to speak up at the time. Through her lyrics, Olivia reminds us that growth comes after heartbreak and that finding your voice is the bravest thing you can do.

My name is Caliya Williams, and I am a sophomore, majoring in Illustration at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). Growing up, art became my safe heaven, but it was books like Percy Jackson and graphic novels that has taught me the power of storytelling. Those stories weren't just entertaining, but eye opening. Percy's journey through self doubt, identity, and unexpected strength mirrored my own internal battles, especially with anxiety. When anxiety took over I would draw or read. These factors gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. The humor, bravery, and emotional honesty in those pages has helped me see that imperfections don't make us weaker, they make us human. Reading Percy Jackson gave me the courage to use my own voice. As an artist and storyteller, I now focus on creating diverse characters and emotionally grounded narratives within fantasy worlds, spaces where younger readers, especially those in underrepresented communities, can see themselves in my work. Like the Percy Jackson series, I want my stories to remind readers that they matter, that their challenges are valid, and that they are capable of greatness. Through digital illustrations and short stories shared online, I have connected with aspiring artist who tell me they feel seen and inspired to keep on creating. My mentor even shares my work with other students as an example of where perseverance and passion can lead you in life. These moments affirm that my artwork is not just a personal expression for myself, but a good use to build connections and healing with a wider audience. As I continue to build my career in the art world, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual so my audience can feel connected to me. I believe that vulnerability is powerful, and art allows me to embrace it fully. With the support of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I’ve gained the confidence to continue on sharing my work publicly, expand my portfolio, and grow my social media presence that reflects both my skills and story. The Barbara Cain Literacy Scholarship would allow me to expand this impact. I dream of building a free, inclusive online space, offering workshops, challenges, and a possible mentorship for young creatives, especially those who do not have access to art resources. This scholarship would be more than financial support, but it would help bring to life a world where every child, like I once was, can see themselves in the stories they love and believe their voices is with hearing.

When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. I wanted people to feel seen, understood, and validated through my work. That feeling drove me to have a deep love for storytelling. Storytelling, especially character creation has expanded my creative mind in ways I never imagined. When I design a character, they have their own likes, aspirations, flaws, and personality. I want my characters to feel fleshed out, complex, and most of all human, like the world today. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. As I continue to build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual so my audience can feel connected to me. I believe that vulnerability is powerful, and art allows me to embrace it fully. With the support of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I’ve gained the confidence to share my work publicly, expand my portfolio, and grow a social media presence that reflects both my skills and story. In conclusion, instead of running away from my anxiety, I embrace it. Having anxiety pushed me to create, and through that I have found a gift that I'm happy to pursue. While in school, I plan to build stronger, deepen my understanding of the art industry, and make my voice heard. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

My name is Caliya Williams, and I am a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), and majoring in Illustration. Since childhood, art has been my safe space, a tool for healing and self expression. Overtime, that passion evolved into a purpose, using storytelling and illustration to empower the younger generation, especially in the under resourced communities, through honest, and reliable narratives. My work centers on creating characters and stories that reflects the emotional depth and complexity of real life in a fantasy world setting. I want young people to feel seen. Through digital illustrations and short stories shared on social media, I have received messages from classmates, family, friends, and most importantly aspiring artists who say my work has made them feel validated and inspired. It's even gotten to the point that my mentor has shared my illustrative characters to her other students to show that perseverance and determination can make your dreams come true. Moments like these reminded me that my art is more than just pictures on a page, it's building a connection that many people need in today's times. Still, the path to get here wasn't easy. For years, I struggled with severe anxiety. I often second guessed myself, prioritized pleasing others, and questioned whether my voice mattered. Art became my safe heaven. It gave me a voice when I couldn't find words. Overtime, I learned to manage my anxiety into my illustrations and use that vulnerability to create more honest, impactful stories where everyone can feel seen in worlds I create and to know that they're not alone. This journey has taught me that out greatest challenges often become our most powerful tools for connection. Receiving the #AllKidsNeedBooks Scholarship would allow me to expand the reach and impact of my work to everyone. I plan to create a free, inclusive online space that anyone can join, that would provide workshops, art challenges, and tutorials for the younger generation or anyone who may not have access to enhancing their artistic journey. I also dream to offer mentorship, supplies, and hopefully scholarships in the near future to students in under appreciated communities just like the one I grew up in. This Scholarship is not just financial support, it is an investment in a future where every child can see themselves in the stories they read and the art they love. I'm committed to help the next generation know that their voices matter, their feelings are valid, and their creativity can take them anywhere.

My name is Caliya Williams, and I am a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design, and majoring in Illustration. What sets me apart is not just my artistic ability, but my determination to turn my passion into purpose and creativity into a community impact. Unlike many of my peers, I come from a single parent household where financial resources were limited. I've learned how to balance school, budgeting, and self promotion while maintaining a strong GPA and earning the Dean's List twice. My work ethic and discipline are shaped by the reality that I must create the opportunities I seek, and i'm doing just that. I don't just want to make art, but tell stories that inspires others. I am currently building a social media presence that introduces original characters, exploring their dynamics, and dive deep into understanding the world I've created. This is more than content, but a foundation for graphic novels and merchandise that I will release in the future. While others may be waiting for a break, I'm actively creating my own. My short term goal is to launch a business, starting small scale merchandise like stickers to gain experience and grow financially. Long term, I aim to establish a brand rooted in storytelling, creativity, and building connections. This Scholarship would not only relieve financial pressure but also allow me to invest more fully in developing my craft, expanding my platform, and building a legacy through art. I'm not just chasing a dream, i'm building it. That's my advantage.

Growing up, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Overtime, that phrase became my reality. Anxiety felt like a constant voice in my head, urging me to second guess every choice I made. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others needs while silencing my own. But through the struggle, I found a powerful outlet, art. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. I wanted people to feel seen, understood, and validated through my work. I found purpose in storytelling, especially through character design. Each character I create has a story, dreams, flaws, and unique personalities. They mirror the complexities of real people and that is what people need to see, themselves in characters that they admire. My goal is to create characters that resonates deeply with others, so someone struggling can look at my work and see that they are not alone. As I continue to build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual so my audience can feel connected to me. I believe that vulnerability is powerful, and art allows me to embrace it fully. With the support of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I’ve gained the confidence to share my work publicly, expand my portfolio, and grow a social media presence that reflects both my skills and story. In conclusion, instead of running away from my anxiety, I embrace it because, anxiety is the number one way to stop yourself from living the life you deserve. Having anxiety pushed me to create, and through that I have found a gift that I'm happy to pursue. While in school, I plan to build stronger, deepen my understanding of the art industry, and make my voice heard. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

My journey to continue my education has been fuel by both personal struggle and artistic passion. Growing up with anxiety, I often felt silenced and disconnected from myself. But through those quiet battles, I found art, my safe space, my voice, and my purpose. Drawing helped me understand who I was beyond my fears and anxiousness. Over time, Illustration became more than just an outlet, but it became a way to connect with others on a deeper level, to tell stories, and to make people feel seen. At Savannah College of Art and Design, I have begun turning my passion into a profession. I focused on storytelling through character design and world building, using themes rooted in identity, black culture, and personal experiences. Each character I created carries a piece of me, and through them, I aim to help others feel understood. My in progress graphic novel, What Lies Underneath, is a direct reflection of this purpose, built with inspiration from both my family and my mentor Kennedy, who taught me how to bring stories to life with authenticity and care. This Scholarship will not only ease financial stress of continuing my education, but will also help me build a foundation for generational success. It represents a crucial investment in my dream, to become a self sufficient artist who creates meaningful, emotional, and culturally impactful work. I'm committed to using my story, my struggles, and my growth to inspire others, showing that even in silence, something beautiful can be created.

Growing up in a single parent household, taught me resilience, purpose, and the value of hard work. My mother's strength inspired me to face challenges with faith and perseverance. Her sacrifices and entrepreneurial spirit field my passion for art and storytelling. Now, as a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design and majoring in illustration, I use my creativity to uplift black voices and share authentic experiences. I'm working towards building a legacy through community centered art, branding, and mentorship. This scholarship would help me continue pursuing my goals, breaking generational barriers, and using my story to empower others just as my mother empowered me.

Growing up with a single mother shaped every part of who I am, my values, my drive, and my dreams. My mother, Sherita German, was the foundation of our home. As a black women raising a daughter on her own, she faced countless challenges, yet never let them define her. Instead she met her obstacle with grace, faith, and determination to give us the lives we deserved. Her examples taught me the importance of resilience, authenticity, and self worth, especially in a world that often fails to recognize the strengths and potential of a black women. Being raised by a single mom meant that I had to watch her carry the weight of being both provider and nurturer, without ever complaining. I saw firsthand the sacrifices she made to ensure I never felt limited by our circumstances. She taught me how to show up for myself even when the world doesn't, and that being different isn't something to hide. My mother didn't just raise me, she empowered me. When I was younger I struggled with anxiety, through those tough times, I have found my love for art. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. In finding my voice, my mom saw the spark of my passion for creativity and independence grow. As an entrepreneur, she introduced me to the world of branding, business, and the power of building something of your own. Watching her turn her ideas into income inspired me to pursue my own path as an artist. Now, as a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design majoring in Illustration, I use my creativity to tell stories rooted in identity, black culture, and lived experiences. Being the first in my family to attend college and the eldest grandchild on both sides, I know I carry a responsibility to create a new legacy. One that doesn't just survives, but a legacy that my younger family members can look up too and see thrive. My mother's strength gave me the confidence to dream big, and now I want to use my work to uplift others the same way she uplifted me. This Scholarship would not only support my education, but it would be an investment in the legacy my mother began. With it, I will continue to break generational barriers, build generational wealth, and create art that tells our stories with pride and power.

My name is Caliya Williams, and I am currently a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in Illustration. Art has always been more than just a hobby, but a safe space. No matter what the medium was, I always found comfort in creating art. As I've grown, my relationship with being creative has deepened. It has driven me with a purpose to empower and uplift others, especially those in the younger generation in under resourced communities. Growing up, I often struggled with anxiety and self worth. I constantly felt like I had to prove my worth by pleasing others, while silencing my own voice in the process. It was during these moments of isolation that I turned to art. Drawing became my outlet, my way of expressing things when words wouldn't come out. Over time, art has helped me gain control of my emotions and self worth, and as a result, it become more than a coping tool, but a purpose. To me, being a purposeful community member means using your talents in service of something greater than yourself. My purpose is to help others feel seen, valued, and inspired through illustration and storytelling. As a responsible leader, I am committed to sharing my journey honestly and openly to show young creatives that it's okay to be imperfect, anxious, or unsure, because those feelings help build character and create authentic art. Not only that but to teach the younger artist that it is okay with being vulnerable with your audience, because it shows that you're human. And to be a productive member of the community, I plan to build a sustainable platform that offers access to creative tools and education. In the future, I plan to use social media and my education to create an inclusive digital art space. I'll host free tutorials and workshops that are accessible to all, especially those who have limited resources. I also aspire to offer art supplies and mentorship to schools and neighborhoods that are often overlooked. This scholarship would not only support my academic journey, but it'll help me build a meaningful legacy. I want to be remembered not just for what I created, but for how I used my art to serve others. My goal is to empower the next generation of artists to believe in their voice, embrace their flaws, and know that creativity can open doors they never imagined possible.

I am worth the dreams I aspire to achieve because I have learned how to rise through struggle, lead with compassion, and create with a purpose. My journey has not been easy, but through faith, I've discovered a sense of identity, strength, and vision that keeps me moving forward. There was a time when anxiety controlled my every move. I often felt paralyzed by fear, overwhelmed with the pressure to please others and consumed by self doubt. But even in those quiet, painful moments, I leaned into my faith. Prayer and reflection helped me realize that I was never truly alone. I came to understand that God created me with intention, that my voice and experiences matter. That truth gave me the courage to step into my purpose. Art became my safe heaven. Drawing stated as a way to escape, but it quickly became a tool for my healing and self expression. My illustrations began to reflect the emotions that I couldn't say out loud. And soon, because of my art, others began to relate. I found that my work gave a voice to people who, like me, struggled with anxiety and self worth. Sharing my art through social media and student organizations allowed me to connect, lead, and uplift others through vulnerability and honesty. Attending Savannah College of Art and Design was my turning point in my journey. I leaned fully into my faith to brace myself for this new adventure, and prayed for guidance while I embraced every opportunity that came to me. Through the Black Student Association, I spoke openly about my Christianity and how it influenced my creativity and I encouraged others to honor their personal truths in their work. Being in the BSA has taught me that leadership isn't about being the loudest in the room, it's about creating a space for others to feel seen, heard, and valued. I am not chasing dreams for recognition or praise. I am pursuing them to serve a purpose. I want to build a brand rooted in faith and perseverance. One that uses storytelling to inspire healing, representation, and connection, especially for the younger generation who need to see themselves in stories of strength and light. I am worth my dreams because I carry them with humility, faith, and determination. I know who I am, who I serve, and why I create. That is what makes me ready, not just for success, but for impact.

To me, legacy means building something lasting, something that empowers the next generation to dream bigger and achieve more. It's not just about what you leave behind, but what you inspire in others while you're here. As a first generation college student and the eldest grandchild on both sides of my family, I've come to realize that I am the start of a new legacy, one built on resilience, creativity, and hope. Growing up, my path was shaped by my mother, Sherita German. Her strength, faith, and unwavering belief in me became the foundation of everything I am today. As a black women raising a daughter in a world that often tries to dim our light, she taught me the power of confidence, faith, and authenticity. Her experiences helped me understand what it means to be a black girl in a world that doesn't always see us clearly and how to make space anyway. She's not only my biggest supporter but also an entrepreneur who showed me that creativity can be a career. Through her, I've learned valuable lessons about branding, financial independence, and using social media to grow a business, skills I now apply to my own artistic journey. As a young woman, I often wondered what direction my future would take. Over the years I have found a deep passion for creating art. Whether it was painting, digital, or sketching, I was always thrilled to experiment and grow. Illustration, has helped me express myself, tell stories, and connect with others. My work is deeply rooted in storytelling, with themes of identity, black culture, and lived experiences. Through character design and world building, I create spaces where others, especially black people, can feel seen and heard. Breaking the cycle for me means not settling for survival, but building a future where passion meets purpose. Attending Savannah College of Art and Design is a major step, not just for me, but for my entire family. I want to use my art to uplift my community, to spark conversations, and to leave behind a legacy that says, we are here and we matter. This scholarship is more than funding, it is an investment in a future where I can help build generational wealth, lead with intention, and inspire others just as my mother inspired me and to create artwork that will show the world that hard work and dedication pays off.

My name is Caliya Williams, and i'm a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in Illustration. One day, I want to build a creative platform that makes visual art more accessible to the younger generation in under resourced communities, especially to those struggling with mental health or feeling overlooked. Growing up with anxiety, I often felt silenced by self doubt and the pressure to please others. Art became my safe space, my way of speaking when I couldn't find words to say how I felt. Over time, that outlet became a passion and then a purpose. As my artistic skills and storytelling grew, I realized that I didn't just want to create art for myself, but that I wanted to build a space for others to feel seen, heard, and valued. In the future, I plan to create an online community where young artists can access free workshops, tutorials, Emotional expression prompts, and storytelling challenges. I want to provide mentorship and donate art supplies to schools that lack funding. Through this, I hope to build up confidence, creativity, and healing in kids who may not have access to creative tools or a safe space to express themselves. Just like many artist out there, I want my artwork to become a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. This goal is bigger than a platform, it's a commitment to my community and to myself. Building this future helps me grow as a leader, advocate, and create art. It turns my personal challenges into purpose. And most importantly, it plants seeds of hops and possibility into others. Everyone deserves the chance to make their dreams a reality. If just one child sees themselves in my work and feels less alone, then I have already succeeded in building something meaningful.

To make mental health care more affordable and accessible, I plan to use my art as a bridge for healing and connection. As an illustrator, I'll create free digital comics and visual journals that explore's mental health topics that are relatable and culturally inclusive. I aim to build a free, online creative space offering workshops, emotional expression prompts, and mentorship for the younger generation who needs support. By combining storytelling, vulnerability, empathy, and accessibility, I hope to give people, especially young artists, tools to express themselves, feel understood, and find peace through creativity, even when professional care feels out of reach.

As a first generation college student, my identity has shaped the way I see the world, not just as a place full of challenges, but as a space where creativity can open doors that once felt closed. Attending Savannah College of Art and Design is more than just earning a degree, but it's about rewriting the narrative for myself and my family. Growing up, I didn't have a clear understanding of what I wanted to do with my future. No one in my immediate family had gone to nor had the thought of pursuing a career in arts. That lack of drive to enhance their education became my motivation. It pushed me to take every opportunity seriously, to dream boldly, and to turn my childhood hobby into a real and sustainable career. Through illustration and storytelling, I've found my voice and I want my work to encourage others to find there's. My journey has been filled with determination and disciplines to build a life for myself that I'll be happy with. At SCAD, I've made the Dean's List twice through hard work and focus. Outside of class, i'm building the foundation of a future art business, selling stickers and prints while growing my online presence. I share original characters and their stories, hoping to connect with others who see parts of themselves in my artwork. This Scholarship would not only support my education but to serve as a role model for others and to help me build a lasting legacy.

My name is Caliya Williams and I am a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in Illustration. Since I was young, I’ve had a passion for drawing and creating art became a safe place. As I continue my journey at SCAD, I’m growing to use my artistic skills to help empower the younger generation in under resourced communities. When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. Especially the younger generation of kids who feel overlooked or unheard. As my passion grew, so did my love for storytelling. I create characters who are complex and imperfect like real people. I want my audience, especially the younger children who want to pursue art, to see themselves in my work and realize that their feelings, flaws, and dreams matter. The reason I create is to give others a sense of connection. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. In the near future, I plan to use my social media platforms and education to give back. I want to build an inclusive online space where my audience from all backgrounds can learn, create, and share without judgement. I would offer free digital workshops, tutorials, and community art challenges to uplift the younger generation who may not have access to formal art programs. One day, I would also like to offer mentorship, supplies, and scholarships in underfunded schools and neighborhoods. In conclusion, through education, budgeting, and personal goals, is helping lay down the foundation for a sustainable art career. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping build a community to help others dreams come true. My goal is not only to build a successful legacy for artists everywhere, but to help the next generation of artists know they belong, their voices matter, and that their gift of creativity can take them anywhere.

My name is Caliya and I am a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in Illustration. Since I was young, I’ve had a passion for drawing and creating art became a safe place. As I continue my journey at SCAD, I’m growing to use my artistic skills to help empower the younger generation in under resourced communities. When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. Especially the younger generation of kids who feel overlooked or unheard. As my passion grew, so did my love for storytelling. I create characters who are complex and imperfect like real people. I want my audience, especially the younger children who want to pursue art, to see themselves in my work and realize that their feelings, flaws, and dreams matter. The reason I create is to give others a sense of connection. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. Now, I plan to use my social media platforms and education to give back. I want to build an inclusive online space where my audience from all backgrounds can learn, create, and share without judgement. I would offer free digital workshops, tutorials, and community art challenges to uplift the younger generation who may not have access to formal art programs. One day, I would also like to offer mentorship, supplies, and scholarships in underfunded schools and neighborhoods. In conclusion, through education, budgeting, and personal goals, are helping lay down the foundation for a sustainable art career. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping build a community to help others dreams come true. My goal is not only to build a successful legacy for artists everywhere, but to help the next generation of artists know they belong, their voices matter, and that their gift of creativity can take them anywhere.

My name is Caliya Williams and I am a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in Illustration. Since I was young, I’ve had a passion for drawing and creating art became a safe place. As I continue my journey at SCAD, I’m growing to use my artistic skills to help empower the younger generation in under resourced communities. When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. Especially the younger generation of kids who feel overlooked or unheard. As my passion grew, so did my love for storytelling. I create characters who are complex and imperfect like real people. I want my audience, especially the younger children who want to pursue art, to see themselves in my work and realize that their feelings, flaws, and dreams matter. The reason I create is to give others a sense of connection. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. In the near future, I plan to use my social media platforms and education to give back. I want to build an inclusive online space where my audience from all backgrounds can learn, create, and share without judgement. I would offer free digital workshops, tutorials, and community art challenges to uplift the younger generation who may not have access to formal art programs. One day, I would also like to offer mentorship, supplies, and scholarships in underfunded schools and neighborhoods. In conclusion, through education, budgeting, and personal goals, are helping lay down the foundation for a sustainable art career. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping build a community to help others dreams come true. My goal is not only to build a successful legacy for artists everywhere, but to help the next generation of artists know they belong, their voices matter, and that their gift of creativity can take them anywhere.

My name is Caliya Williams and I am a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in Illustration. Since I was young, I’ve had a passion for drawing and creating art became a safe place. As I continue my journey at SCAD, I’m growing to use my artistic skills to help empower the younger generation in under resourced communities. When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. Especially the younger generation of kids who feel overlooked or unheard. As my passion grew, so did my love for storytelling. I create characters who are complex and imperfect like real people. I want my audience, especially the younger children who want to pursue art, to see themselves in my work and realize that their feelings, flaws, and dreams matter. The reason I create is to give others a sense of connection. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. In the near future, I plan to use my social media platforms and education to give back. I want to build an inclusive online space where my audience from all backgrounds can learn, create, and share without judgement. I would offer free digital workshops, tutorials, and community art challenges to uplift the younger generation who may not have access to formal art programs. One day, I would also like to offer mentorship, supplies, and scholarships in underfunded schools and neighborhoods. In conclusion, through education, budgeting, and personal goals, they're helping lay down the foundation for my sustainable art career. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping build a community to help others dreams come true. My goal is not only to build a successful legacy for artists everywhere, but to help the next generation of artists know they belong, their voices matter, and that their gift of creativity can take them anywhere.

When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. I wanted people to feel seen, understood, and validated through my work. That feeling drove me to have a deep love for storytelling. Storytelling, especially character creation has expanded my creative mind in ways I never imagined. When I design a character, they have their own likes, aspirations, flaws, and personality. I want my characters to feel fleshed out, complex, and most of all human, like the world today. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. As I continue to build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual so my audience can feel connected to me. I believe that vulnerability is powerful, and art allows me to embrace it fully. With the support of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I’ve gained the confidence to share my work publicly, expand my portfolio, and grow a social media presence that reflects both my skills and story.. In conclusion, instead of running away from my anxiety, I embrace it. Having anxiety pushed me to create, and through that I have found a gift that I'm happy to pursue. While in school, I plan to build stronger, deepen my understanding of the art industry, and make my voice heard. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. I wanted people to feel seen, understood, and validated through my work. That feeling drove me to have a deep love for storytelling. Storytelling, especially character creation has expanded my creative mind in ways I never imagined. When I design a character, they have their own likes, aspirations, flaws, and personality. I want my characters to feel fleshed out, complex, and most of all human, like the world today. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. As I continue to build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual so my audience can feel connected to me. I believe that vulnerability is powerful, and art allows me to embrace it fully. With the support of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I’ve gained the confidence to share my work publicly, expand my portfolio, and grow a social media presence that reflects both my skills and story.. In conclusion, instead of running away from my anxiety, I embrace it. Having anxiety pushed me to create, and through that I have found a gift that I'm happy to pursue. While in school, I plan to build stronger, deepen my understanding of the art industry, and make my voice heard. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

Faith has always been the anchor in my life, especially during the moments when anxiety consumed my thoughts. I used to feel paralyzed by self doubt, anxiety, and fear, constantly second guessing myself and trying to please everyone around me. But through those struggles I leaned into my faith, and it became a source of strength and clarity. Prayers and moments of quiet reflections has helped me realize that I am not alone in my journey, and that God created me with a purpose and that my voice matters. Through my faith I have discovered art as a way to cope, to heal, and to lead. Drawing became more than just a hobby, but a spiritual outlet, a space where I could process my emotions and express things I couldn’t. Overtime, I noticed that my art began to resonate with others who have also struggled with anxiety and or self worth. I started to share my experiences openly through social media, college clubs, and in doing so people began to listen. One powerful experience that shaped my leadership style was getting accepted and attending my first year at Savannah College of Art and Design. I prayed everyday and used my faith based values to show God that I am ready for new beginnings. Through college I joined the Black Student Association and spoke highly about my christianity, inspiring others to be vulnerable in their artwork and not shun away from their faith and values. Talking with individuals who are like me, who are finding their footing in a new place with new people, reminded me that leadership is about lifting others up, and creating spaces where they feel seen, heard, and supported. My faith teaches me that leadership isn’t about being in control, it’s about serving others with compassion. I now see my future not only as a professional illustrator but as someone who uses storytelling in my artwork to promote healing, connection, and hope. I want to build a brand that reflects my values and faith, creating characters and stories that people, especially young audiences that can relate and to learn from. In pursuing a career in illustration, my goal is to continue leading through faith, inspiring others to embrace their own stories, and using art as a light in dark places. This vision, rooted in my personal testimony, is the foundation of the legacy I hope to leave behind.

Collaboration in my field of illustration means sharing ideas, learning from others, and building a community to bring a shared vision to life. Whether it’s receiving feedback or building an online community, collaborating with your peers builds growth, strengthens your storytelling skills, and pushes your skills to grow. As a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I’ve discovered illustration thrives on exchanging ideas. One of the most inspiring collaborative experiences came during a group critique in my Drawing one class. We were tasked to create an art piece inspired by the creator for our peers to get to know us on a deeper level, using any materials we wanted. From the beginning of the assignment being assigned to us, I was nervous because I didn’t know how to represent myself fully to my peers. As I was in my own head, quickly the class evolved into a collaborative space, and I learned that everyone was in the same dilemma as me. One by one, we shared ideas, and got to know each other more than just classmates. These interactions reshaped how I thought about my narrative. These ideas and critiques challenged me to expand the depth of my work, and I learned that artistic collaboration is not just teamwork, but it’s listening, adapting, and growing. Outside of class, I collaborate through social media. I use platforms like Instagram and TikTok to share my original characters and the world they live in. I use my platforms to invite feedback, build connections, and to keep me motivated. The comments I see from my fellow artists or fans often spark new ideas or visual changes that I might not have considered alone. Building a community using these platforms has helped me create work that resonates with others while refining my voice. Collaboration also plays a major role in my entrepreneurial vision. I hope to launch a business of my own featuring merchandise based on my characters. Creating merchandise like stickers, prints, pendants, etc. I also plan to work with other artists, small business owners, and online communities to bring everything to life. I’ve already begun budgeting, researching vendors, and planning small launches of my work to test designs and gather feedback. In conclusion, collaboration teaches me that great work doesn’t happen in isolation. Whether I'm in a classroom critique, an online art community, or eventually a professional team, the ability to work with others enhances your creativity and experience. SCAD has helped me embrace this mindset, giving me the confidence to pursue bigger goals and share my vision with the world. This scholarship would allow me to keep investing in my craft, my education, and the collaborative journey I'm building as a young illustrator committed to inspiring others through storytelling.

My name is Caliya Williams and I am a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in Illustration. Since I was young, I’ve had a passion for drawing and creating art became a safe place. As I continue my journey at SCAD, I’m growing to use my artistic skills to help empower the younger generation in under resourced communities. When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. Especially the younger generation of kids who feel overlooked or unheard. As my passion grew, so did my love for storytelling. I create characters who are complex and imperfect like real people. I want my audience, especially the younger children who want to pursue art, to see themselves in my work and realize that their feelings, flaws, and dreams matter. The reason I create is to give others a sense of connection. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. In the near future, I plan to use my social media platforms and education to give back. I want to build an inclusive online space where my audience from all backgrounds can learn, create, and share without judgement. I would offer free digital workshops, tutorials, and community art challenges to uplift the younger generation who may not have access to formal art programs. One day, I would also like to offer mentorship, supplies, and scholarships in underfunded schools and neighborhoods. In conclusion, through education, budgeting, and personal goals, is helping lay down the foundation for a sustainable art career. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping build a community to help others dreams come true. My goal is not only to build a successful legacy for artists everywhere, but to help the next generation of artists know they belong, their voices matter, and that their gift of creativity can take them anywhere.

As a young woman, I often wondered what direction my future would take. Over the years I have found a deep passion for creating art. Whether it was painting, digital, or sketching, I was always thrilled to experiment and grow. Illustration, has helped me express myself, tell stories, and connect with others. One of the most influential people in my life that I met through connections, has been Kennedy Ringgold, a talented young black artist who is making her mark in the art and music industries. Through her mentorship, I’ve gained valuable techniques in both traditional and digital media. More importantly, she’s expanded my understanding of storytelling, teaching me how to conveying complex ideas, diverse perspectives, world-building and character dynamics through illustration. Kennedy also helped me understand the entrepreneurial side of being an artist, managing finances, building a brand, and marketing through social media. Her guidance has helped me envision a future where my creative passion can turn into a sustainable career. My artistic skills stand out because of how much I love storytelling. Every piece I create is layered with meaning, specifically touching on identity, black culture, and my personal experiences. I use character design and world building to reflect themes that aren’t talked about enough, and I want others to feel seen and understood in my craft. I believe that through my artwork that I can connect with people emotionally and build a community. Being a black artist myself, where in media and storytelling I rarely see someone like myself, is a drive to represent what black culture truly is in today's society. One project that closest to my heart is my in work graphic novel, What Lies Underneath. This story wouldn’t have existed without Kennedy and my family’s influence to help me build the future I want. She has taught me what it truly takes to bring an idea to life, and how to make my work stand out. Not just her, but without my family and them making sacrifices to help me fulfill my dreams will always mean the world to me. In the near future, I hope to use my art not only to support myself but also to uplift my family and community. This scholarship represents more than just financial support but also a step toward generational wealth, self sufficiency, and building a legacy. Through my journey, I want to inspire others just as Kennedy inspired me, and show that art can be both a powerful voice and a career path.

My name is Caliya Williams and I am a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in Illustration. Since I was young, I’ve had a passion for drawing and creating art became a safe place. As I continue my journey at SCAD, I’m growing to use my artistic skills to help empower the younger generation in under resourced communities. When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. Especially the younger generation of kids who feel overlooked or unheard. As my passion grew, so did my love for storytelling. I create characters who are complex and imperfect like real people. I want my audience, especially the younger children who want to pursue art, to see themselves in my work and realize that their feelings, flaws, and dreams matter. The reason I create is to give others a sense of connection. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. In the near future, I plan to use my social media platforms and education to give back. I want to build an inclusive online space where my audience from all backgrounds can learn, create, and share without judgement. I would offer free digital workshops, tutorials, and community art challenges to uplift the younger generation who may not have access to formal art programs. One day, I would also like to offer mentorship, supplies, and scholarships in underfunded schools and neighborhoods. In conclusion, through education, budgeting, and personal goals, is helping lay down the foundation for a sustainable art career. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping build a community to help others dreams come true. My goal is not only to build a successful legacy for artists everywhere, but to help the next generation of artists know they belong, their voices matter, and that their gift of creativity can take them anywhere.

As a young woman, I often wondered what direction my future would take. Over the years I have found a deep passion for creating art. Whether it was painting, digital, or sketching, I was always thrilled to experiment and grow. Illustration, has helped me express myself, tell stories, and connect with others. One of the most influential people in my life that I met through connections, has been Kennedy Ringgold, a talented young black artist who is making her mark in the art and music industries. Through her mentorship, I’ve gained valuable techniques in both traditional and digital media. More importantly, she’s expanded my understanding of storytelling, teaching me how to conveying complex ideas, diverse perspectives, world-building and character dynamics through illustration. Kennedy also helped me understand the entrepreneurial side of being an artist, managing finances, building a brand, and marketing through social media. Her guidance has helped me envision a future where my creative passion can turn into a sustainable career. My artistic skills stand out because of how much I love storytelling. Every piece I create is layered with meaning, specifically touching on identity, black culture, and my personal experiences. I use character design and world building to reflect themes that aren’t talked about enough, and I want others to feel seen and understood in my craft. I believe that through my artwork that I can connect with people emotionally and build a community. Being a black artist myself, where in media and storytelling I rarely see someone like myself, is a drive to represent what black culture truly is in today's society. One project that closest to my heart is my in work graphic novel, What Lies Underneath. This story wouldn’t have existed without Kennedy and my family’s influence to help me build the future I want. She has taught me what it truly takes to bring an idea to life, and how to make my work stand out. Not just her, but without my family and them making sacrifices to help me fulfill my dreams will always mean the world to me. In the near future, I hope to use my art not only to support myself but also to uplift my family and community. This scholarship represents more than just financial support but also a step toward generational wealth, self sufficiency, and building a legacy. Through my journey, I want to inspire others just as Kennedy inspired me, and show that art can be both a powerful voice and a career path.

My name is Caliya Williams and I am a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in Illustration. Since I was young, I’ve had a passion for drawing and creating art became a safe place. As I continue my journey at SCAD, I’m growing to use my artistic skills to help empower the younger generation in under resourced communities. When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. Especially the younger generation of kids who feel overlooked or unheard. As my passion grew, so did my love for storytelling. I create characters who are complex and imperfect like real people. I want my audience, especially the younger children who want to pursue art, to see themselves in my work and realize that their feelings, flaws, and dreams matter. The reason I create is to give others a sense of connection. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. In the near future, I plan to use my social media platforms and education to give back. I want to build an inclusive online space where my audience from all backgrounds can learn, create, and share without judgement. I would offer free digital workshops, tutorials, and community art challenges to uplift the younger generation who may not have access to formal art programs. One day, I would also like to offer mentorship, supplies, and scholarships in underfunded schools and neighborhoods. In conclusion, through education, budgeting, and personal goals, is helping lay down the foundation for a sustainable art career. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping build a community to help others dreams come true. My goal is not only to build a successful legacy for artists everywhere, but to help the next generation of artists know they belong, their voices matter, and that their gift of creativity can take them anywhere.

My name is Caliya Williams and I am a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in Illustration. Since I was young, I’ve had a passion for drawing and creating art became a safe place. As I continue my journey at SCAD, I’m growing to use my artistic skills to help empower the younger generation in under resourced communities. When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. Especially the younger generation of kids who feel overlooked or unheard. As my passion grew, so did my love for storytelling. I create characters who are complex and imperfect like real people. I want my audience, especially the younger children who want to pursue art, to see themselves in my work and realize that their feelings, flaws, and dreams matter. The reason I create is to give others a sense of connection. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. In the near future, I plan to use my social media platforms and education to give back. I want to build an inclusive online space where my audience from all backgrounds can learn, create, and share without judgement. I would offer free digital workshops, tutorials, and community art challenges to uplift the younger generation who may not have access to formal art programs. One day, I would also like to offer mentorship, supplies, and scholarships in underfunded schools and neighborhoods. In conclusion, through education, budgeting, and personal goals, is helping lay down the foundation for a sustainable art career. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping build a community to help others dreams come true. My goal is not only to build a successful legacy for artists everywhere, but to help the next generation of artists know they belong, their voices matter, and that their gift of creativity can take them anywhere.

My name is Caliya Williams , I am a sophomore at Savannah College of Art and Design and majoring in Illustration. My journey at Savannah College of Art and Design isn't just about earning my degree but paving the way for my future. What began as a hobby, slowly turned into a dream career fueled with ambition and desire to inspire others through illustration and storytelling. Being the first in my family to attend college has pushed me to take full advantage of every opportunity. It motivates me to follow my dreams of publishing a graphic novel but also build a sustainable career as an illustrator and entrepreneur. I'm currently focused on developing my artistic style, strengthening my portfolio, and growing my online presence by sharing my original characters and the world they live in. This would help build my social media presence by building my audience and connecting with others through my art. At SCAD, with hard work I've earned the Dean’s List twice, proving that hard work and commitment pays off. Outside of class, I'm learning to budget and plan ahead for my future business by starting small with selling stickers and prints tied to my work. As I build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect the growth in who I am as an individual so my audience can feel connected to me. With the help of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I have gained more confidence in myself and my personal goals. In conclusion, this scholarship would empower me to continue building a legacy, create generational wealth, and become a role model for others like me who want to turn their creativity into a lifelong career.

As a first generation college student, my journey at Savannah College of Art and Design isn't just about earning my degree but paving the way for my future. What began as a hobby, slowly turned into a dream career fueled with ambition and desire to inspire others through illustration and storytelling. Being the first in my family to attend college has pushed me to take full advantage of every opportunity. It motivates me to follow my dreams of publishing a graphic novel but also build a sustainable career as an illustrator and entrepreneur. I'm currently focused on developing my artistic style, strengthening my portfolio, and growing my online presence by sharing my original characters and the world they live in. This would help build my social media presence by building my audience and connecting with others through my art. At SCAD, with hard work I've earned the Dean’s List twice, proving that hard work and commitment pays off. Outside of class, I'm learning to budget and plan ahead for my future business by starting small with selling stickers and prints tied to my work. As I build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect the growth in who I am as an individual so my audience can feel connected to me. With the help of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I have gained more confidence in myself and my personal goals. In conclusion, this scholarship would empower me to continue building a legacy, create generational wealth, and become a role model for others like me who want to turn their creativity into a lifelong career.

One of my favorite art pieces I've created is a “Meet The Artist” themed illustration inspired by my childhood. As a young girl, I loved American Girl dolls, so much that my grandmother would get the magazines to scan through during the holidays. I always wondered to myself, “What if I were the girl of the year?”. Now, as an illustration major at the Savannah College of Art and Design, I revisited that childhood dream, reflecting on who I am today. I decided on this project with elements of my life. My favorite anime, music that I listen to, and my go to comfort food, chicken teriyaki. Last but not least, I had to give SCAD their flowers on my journey with them so far, and paid tribute to their George Clinton exhibit. This illustration became more than just a project, it became a celebration of my identity, growth, and creativity. I adore this artwork because it shows my growth as an artist. It reminds me that individuality is power in the creative world, and self expression comes in so many different ways. Through my art and ongoing social media presence, I aim to build a platform where people can build connections. In conclusion, I love telling stories and with my art, I can inspire others to get out of their comfort zones and tell their's.

If there's one word that I can describe Billie Eilish’s music it’s vulnerability. Her songs capture raw emotions that’s hard to express. Whether it’s about relationships, friendships, or self reflection. Her emotional honesty is what draws me into her music. One of the songs that resonates with me is Wildflower. The song explores Billie’s guilt over being in a relationship with a guy that her friend was seeing prior. She wonders if boundaries were crossed with how she treated her friend. Although the song explores dating, I resonate with this song, as a friendship breakup. As someone who went through friendship breakups myself, it hurts seeing friends drift apart through hard times. The lyrics captures the uncertainty of not knowing what went wrong and or how someone close to you feels. My second favorite song is Happier Than Ever. A song that represents a shift from sadness to anger in a toxic relationship. Her feelings are raw and I love the buildup of the melody and the vulnerability in her voice that she's willing to tell her story. I've felt this myself in my own life where you're no longer sad about being mistreated, but angry because of other people's actions. Lastly, Lost Cause shows Billie's confidence and honesty. Billie calls out the guy she's seeing and realizes that he ain't worth her time due to his behavior. She recognizes her worth and no longer excuses someone who never stepped up. This self-respect is admirable and she showed me that it's okay to walk away from people who don't value you. In conclusion, Billie Eilish’s music resonates with me because she's not afraid to be real. Her storytelling makes me feel seen and she's helped me find the strength to move on through tough times.

From a young age, I found joy in drawing and bringing new ideas to life, which led me into pursuing Illustration as my career path. As I begin my sophomore year at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), it has shown me that I feel most creative when I'm in a space where everyone is in a creative mindset like me. People who are passionate about their craft and eager to grow. Being in an environment like Savannah College of Art and Design, full of creative energy has pushed me to think beyond limits and explore new artistic possibilities. A major influence in my creativity is rooted from my experience with anxiety. Growing up with a single mother, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, art became my safe space. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level as well as a storytelling tool. I began to view illustrating not just as personal therapy, but a way to connect with others, share my voice, and inspire others who have also felt unseen. Storytelling, especially character creation has expanded my creative mind in ways I never imagined. When I design a character, they have their own likes, dreams, aspirations, flaws, and personality. I want my characters to feel fleshed out, complex, and most of all human, like the world today. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. My art is deeply tuned into who I am. As I continue to build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual. I believe that vulnerability is powerful, and art allows me to embrace it fully. With the support of SCAD, I’ve gained the confidence to share my work publicly, expand my portfolio, and grow a social media presence that reflects both my skills and story. In conclusion, instead of running away from my anxiety, I embrace it. Having anxiety pushed me to create, and through that I have found a gift that I'm happy to pursue. While in school, I plan to build stronger, deepen my understanding of the art industry, and make my voice heard. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. I wanted people to feel seen, understood, and validated through my work. That feeling drove me to have a deep love for storytelling. Storytelling, especially character creation has expanded my creative mind in ways I never imagined. My personal project is called What Lies Underneath and has all of these topics that I want to pursue. When I design a character for my story, they have their own likes, aspirations, flaws, and personality. I want my characters to feel fleshed out, complex, and most of all human, like the world today. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. As I continue to build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual so my audience can feel connected to me. I believe that vulnerability is powerful, and art allows me to embrace it fully. I know that artificial intelligence is gonna evolve, and that is why creating original art will become more valuable than having a computer create art for you. With the support of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I’ve gained the confidence to share my work publicly, expand my portfolio, and grow a social media presence that reflects both my skills and story.. In conclusion, instead of running away from my anxiety, I embrace it. Having anxiety pushed me to create, and through that I have found a gift that I'm happy to pursue. While in school, I plan to build stronger, deepen my understanding of the art industry, and make my voice heard. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. I wanted people to feel seen, understood, and validated through my work. That feeling drove me to have a deep love for storytelling. Storytelling, especially character creation has expanded my creative mind in ways I never imagined. When I design a character, they have their own likes, aspirations, flaws, and personality. I want my characters to feel fleshed out, complex, and most of all human, like the world today. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. As I continue to build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual so my audience can feel connected to me. I believe that vulnerability is powerful, and art allows me to embrace it fully. With the support of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I’ve gained the confidence to share my work publicly, expand my portfolio, and grow a social media presence that reflects both my skills and story.. In conclusion, instead of running away from my anxiety, I embrace it. Having anxiety pushed me to create, and through that I have found a gift that I'm happy to pursue. While in school, I plan to build stronger, deepen my understanding of the art industry, and make my voice heard. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

When I was younger, I often heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”. Over time that phrase became a personal truth. Anxiety was like a persistent voice in my mind, urging me to second guess every decision I made. I felt as though I was losing control of my own thoughts. I became a people-pleaser, prioritizing others opinions and emotions, instead of my own. This facts has effected my beliefs, relationships, and career goals. Through these tough times, I have found my love for art. When anxiety overwhelmed me, I would draw. It gave me a voice when words failed and helped me see who I was beyond my anxiety. As I grew older, my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustration grew. The art I created no longer served as an emotional outlet, but it became a way for me to connect with others on a deeper level. I wanted people to feel seen, understood, and validated through my work. That feeling drove me to have a deep love for storytelling. Storytelling, especially character creation has expanded my creative mind in ways I never imagined. When I design a character, they have their own likes, aspirations, flaws, and personality. I want my characters to feel fleshed out, complex, and most of all human, like the world today. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. As I continue to build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual so my audience can feel connected to me. I believe that vulnerability is powerful, and art allows me to embrace it fully. With the support of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I’ve gained the confidence to share my work publicly, expand my portfolio, and grow a social media presence that reflects both my skills and story.. In conclusion, instead of running away from my anxiety, I embrace it. Having anxiety pushed me to create, and through that I have found a gift that I'm happy to pursue. My mental health is stronger than ever, and I know little me would be proud. While in school, I plan to build stronger, deepen my understanding of the art industry, and make my voice heard. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

Creating art has always been a passion of mine. What began as a hobby to escape from anxiety, slowly turned into a dream career. Since perfecting my craft, I've learned that illustrating is the way to go in pursuing my aspirations. My ultimate goal is to create art and publish a graphic novel that showcases my storytelling abilities, but also that inspires others. To achieve this goal, I am focusing on enhancing my skills, building up my portfolio, and establishing meaningful connections. Through my classes, I have discovered what works for me and what does not, as I build up my artistic style. Not only has classes been helpful, but through keeping up with my education and maintaining a high GPA, I have obtained the Dean’s List twice. While I build up my craft in school, I am also working on building a presence on social media to showcase my art and to connect with a broader audience. On these platforms, I introduce my original characters, their dynamics, and worldbuilding. Building an audience will spark curiosity about my stories and leave my audience wondering what will happen next. By sharing my art and personal journey, I aim to create a meaningful connection with my audience. In the next five years, I want to start my own business, selling merchandise related to my characters and other creative products I develop. While still in school, I am budgeting and saving up money to lay the foundation for this business. For now, I plan to start small by creating and selling stickers as an initial step into entrepreneurship. As I build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual, so my audience can feel connected to me. With the help of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I have gained more confidence in myself and my personal goals. In conclusion, my education, budgeting, and pursuing my personal goals, is shaping the foundation for my future success. I am thrilled and happy for what the future has in store for me. As time moves on, I will know that I achieved my goals through my own perseverance and wanting to have a better future for myself. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

Musicals have always brought me a deep sense of joy. From beginning to end, I admire how a production can be a loved story beloved by many and brought to life in a musical format. Wicked, is one of those stories that brings me joy, not just because of the music, but also because of the message they tell. Wicked explores the themes of social class and the struggle to find your way in a world that deems being different as strange. When I watch the musical, I see myself in Elphaba’s shoes, not only as someone who feels as though they're the black sheep in scenarios but also in how her views, how she carries herself, and how she dresses are considered “weird”. As a black girl in today's time, there’s a saying in the black community and that is “You have to work twice as hard because you are black.” Sadly, that still holds true in today's times. Just like Elphaba, I often feel the need to prove my worth in spaces where I'm underestimated. But just like she does in the movie, I and she have to persevere through to see the light at the end of the tunnel. In conclusion, that is the reason why I love Wicked, because no matter what, Elphaba proves that she doesn't have to change who she is to be worthy. She stays true to herself and inspires me to do the same.

“Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”, and for me, it became a constant voice in my mind that would lead to second-guessing every decision I made. That echoing self-doubt that can make you feel as though you’re losing control of your own thoughts. My anxiety increased, leading to people-pleasing, pushing other's needs and opinions instead of my own. In those times when anxiety consumed me, I constantly worried about how others would perceive my actions or words, leaving no room for my own wants or needs. And whenever I tried to express my true feelings, the spiral of overthinking and self-doubt would begin, convincing me that my thoughts were invalid and unworthy. However, during the years, I have come to an understanding of how to address my insecurities, and that is setting boundaries and being unapologetically myself. I've learned that not everyone will agree with you, and not everyone deserves your energy. Sometimes, you have let people go and accept that you cannot please everyone without showing yourself some grace. Through trial and error, I have come to the understanding of who I am as an individual, and not everyone deserves your time and energy. Yes, I still have those moments where anxiety creeps in, but now knowing who I am, I have come to terms that instead of making anxiety a negative thing, I embrace it. I taught myself that it is okay to be vulnerable and sensitive and take everything one day at a time. Creating art has always been a passion of mine that can serve as a way to connect and create a meaningful way to give back to my community. Through my work, I strive to highlight the importance of mental health and why it is an important topic to talk about. By illustrating emotions, struggles, and the journey of healing, my art will become a tool to inspire and encourage others that they’re not alone. Through social media, I aim to create a safe space where people can build connections, reflect, and heal. In conclusion, in both my art career and life, I have learned to embrace vulnerability and embrace individuality by using creativity to connect and heal. By addressing my own struggles with anxiety, I have found a purpose to inspire others while building a community. Whether it’s through illustration the struggles of mental health or self-expression. I want others to find their voices, embrace their struggles, and connect with one another.

My name is Caliya Williams and I am a freshman at Savannah College of Art and Design. Since I was young, I loved to draw and create new things, which led me into pursuing Illustration as my career path. When I was young, I always heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”, and for me, it became true. A little voice in my mind that would lead me to second-guessing every decision I made. That echoing self-doubt that can make you feel as though you’re losing control of your own thoughts. My anxiety increased, leading to people-pleasing and listening to others negative feelings instead of my own mind. In those times when anxiety consumed me, I constantly worried about how others would perceive my actions or words, leaving no room for my own wants or needs. And whenever I tried to express my true feelings, the spiral of overthinking and self-doubt would begin, convincing me that my thoughts were invalid. As stated before, creating art has always been something that I enjoyed no matter what medium I used. In those moments where anxiety consumed me, I would draw, because drawing my feelings out would make my voice feel heard and come to a better understanding of who I am outside of my anxiety. As I got older my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustrating grew. Not only did illustrating help me get my feelings out there, I wanted other people to feel validated and see themselves in my art. Which leads to my love for storytelling and worldbuilding. Creating stories as well as characters expands my creative mind in ways I never imagined. When I design a character, I think about their likes, aspirations, and in general what their main goals are in life and who they would be in the real world. I want my characters that I write to be complex and have flaws just like any other person in today's world. The reason I create is to give others a sense of connection. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. As for Worldbuilding Is another crucial part in why I'm passionate about storytelling. Developing a world from scratch, filled with your own ideas, where the possibilities to what happens are endless is what pushes my creativity. As I build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual so my audience can feel connected to me. With the help of SCAD, I have gained more confidence in myself to build my platform on social media and enhance my portfolio. In conclusion, education, budgeting, and my pursuing my personal goals, is shaping the foundation for my future success. As I am in school, I will build connections with my peers and gain myself a further understanding of the art industry, as well as making myself known. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

My name is Caliya Williams, and I am an undergrad student at Savannah College of Art and Design. Since I was young, I loved to draw and create new things, which led me into pursuing Illustration as my career path. When I was young, I always loved to create art. Finding my love for art started in a strange way that I could never predict for my ongoing endeavors. Since I was young, I always struggled with anxiety. The room would spin, and I could feel my heart pounding rapidly, and in those moments where anxiety overtook me, I found solitude in creating drawings of how I felt. Those drawings slowly helped my negative emotions subside and awakened, bliss. That's when I knew that I I found my voice outside of my anxiety. As stated before, creating art has always been something that I enjoyed no matter what I did. To add onto that, as I got older my anxiety slowly decreased and my love for illustrating grew. Not only did illustrating help me get my feelings out there, but I slowly started to create characters where they can go through life and grow just like me. I also wanted other people to feel validated and see themselves in my artwork. Which leads to my love for storytelling and worldbuilding. Creating stories as well as characters expands my creative mind in ways I never imagined. When I design a character, I think about their likes, aspirations, and in general what their main goals are in life and who they would be in the real world. I want my characters that I write to be complex and have flaws just like any other person in today's society. The reason I create is to give others a sense of connection. Building human connection is important and can give people to feel a sense of belonging, and, if someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. As for Worldbuilding Is another crucial part in why I'm passionate about storytelling. Developing a world from scratch, filled with your own ideas, where the possibilities to what happens are endless is what pushes my creativity. As I put these two concepts together, I have found that my confidence has increased. As I build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual and growth so my audience can feel as though my platform is a safe space to be themselves. Furthermore, with the help of SCAD, I have gained more confidence in artistic skills, my portfolio, and myself to build a platform and business on social media for everyone to see. In conclusion, education, budgeting, and my pursuing my personal goals, is shaping the foundation for my future success. As I am in school, I will build connections with my peers and gain myself a further understanding of the art industry, as well as making myself known. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

My name is Caliya Williams, and I am an undergrad student at Savannah College of Art and Design. Since I was young, I loved to draw and create new things, which led me into pursuing Illustration as my career path. When I was young, I always loved to create art. Finding my love for art started in a strange way that I could never predict for my ongoing endeavors. Since I was young, I always struggled with anxiety. The room would spin, and I could feel my heart pounding rapidly, and in those moments where anxiety overtook me, I found solitude in creating drawings of how I felt. Those drawings slowly helped my negative emotions subside and awakened, bliss. That's when I knew that I I found my voice outside of my anxiety. As stated before, creating art has always been something that I enjoyed no matter what I did. To add onto that, as I got older my anxiety slowly decreased and my love for illustrating grew. Not only did illustrating help me get my feelings out there, but I slowly started to create characters where they can go through life and grow just like me. I also wanted other people to feel validated and see themselves in my artwork. Which leads to my love for storytelling and worldbuilding. Creating stories as well as characters expands my creative mind in ways I never imagined. When I design a character, I think about their likes, aspirations, and in general what their main goals are in life and who they would be in the real world. I want my characters that I write to be complex and have flaws just like any other person in today's society. The reason I create is to give others a sense of connection. Building human connection is important and can give people to feel a sense of belonging, and, if someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. As for Worldbuilding Is another crucial part in why I'm passionate about storytelling. Developing a world from scratch, filled with your own ideas, where the possibilities to what happens are endless is what pushes my creativity. As I put these two concepts together, I have found that my confidence has increased. As I build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual and growth so my audience can feel as though my platform is a safe space to be themselves. Furthermore, with the help of SCAD, I have gained more confidence in artistic skills, my portfolio, and myself to build a platform and business on social media for everyone to see. In conclusion, education, budgeting, and my pursuing my personal goals, is shaping the foundation for my future success. As I am in school, I will build connections with my peers and gain myself a further understanding of the art industry, as well as making myself known. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

My name is Caliya Williams, and I am a freshman at Savannah College of Art and Design. Since I was young, I loved to draw and create new things, which led me into pursuing Illustration as my career path. When I was young, I always heard the phrase, “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”, and for me, it became true. A little voice in my mind that would lead me to second-guessing every decision I made. That echoing self-doubt that can make you feel as though you’re losing control of your own thoughts. My anxiety increased, leading to people-pleasing and listening to others negative feelings instead of my own mind. In those times when anxiety consumed me, I constantly worried about how others would perceive my actions or words, leaving no room for my own wants or needs. And whenever I tried to express my true feelings, the spiral of overthinking and self-doubt would begin, convincing me that my thoughts were invalid. As stated before, creating art has always been something that I enjoyed no matter what medium I used. In those moments where anxiety consumed me, I would draw, because drawing my feelings out would make my voice feel heard and come to a better understanding of who I am outside of my anxiety. As I got older my anxiety slowly subsided and my love for illustrating grew. Not only did illustrating help me get my feelings out there, I wanted other people to feel validated and see themselves in my art. Which leads to my love for storytelling and worldbuilding. Creating stories as well as characters expands my creative mind in ways I never imagined. When I design a character, I think about their likes, aspirations, and in general what their main goals are in life and who they would be in the real world. I want my characters that I write to be complex and have flaws just like any other person in today's world. The reason I create is to give others a sense of connection. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. As for Worldbuilding Is another crucial part in why I'm passionate about storytelling. Developing a world from scratch, filled with your own ideas, where the possibilities to what happens are endless is what pushes my creativity. As I build my career in the art industry, I want my artwork to reflect who I am as an individual so my audience can feel connected to me. With the help of SCAD, I have gained more confidence in myself to build my platform on social media and enhance my portfolio. In conclusion, education, budgeting, and my pursuing my personal goals, is shaping the foundation for my future success. As I am in school, I will build connections with my peers and gain myself a further understanding of the art industry, as well as making myself known. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

Art has always been an important factor in my everyday life. No matter what materials I use, creating art has always brought me joy. What began as a hobby, slowly evolved into a dream career. Since perfecting my craft, I've discovered that illustrating is the way to go in pursuing my aspirations. My ultimate goal is to create art and publish graphic novels that showcase my storytelling abilities, and original characters. To achieve this goal, I am focusing on enhancing my skills, building up my portfolio, and establishing meaningful connections. Recently, I began my journey at Savannah College of Art and Design, a school that is helping me take deliberate steps toward my dream goal. Through my classes, I have found my creative voice in illustrating. Illustrating has brought me immense joy, and as an artist, I can finally put my passion for creating stories onto a pen and paper. Creating stories as well as characters expands my creative mind in ways I never imagined. When I design a character, I think about their likes, aspirations, and in general what their main goals are in life and who they would be in the real world. I want my characters that I write to be complex and have flaws just like any other person in today's world. The reason I create is to give others a sense of connection. If someone can see themselves in my characters and know they’re not alone, then I've accomplished what I set out to do. Worldbuilding Is another crucial part in why I'm passionate about storytelling. Developing a world from scratch, filled with your own ideas, where the possibilities to what happens are endless is what pushes my creativity. As I slowly build my world for my graphic novel, I’ve strengthened my storytelling skills and learned how to narrate in which will entertain my audience. My goal is for them to become invested in my worlds, eager to explore the stories that I have to offer. In conclusion, art will always be a part of my day-to-day life. As I pursue my goals, it will lay the foundation for my future success. Throughout my time in school, I will gain connections with my peers and gain myself a further understanding of my craft, as well as making myself known. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a lasting legacy. Additionally, it will help me take a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

“Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”, and for me, it became a constant voice in my mind that would lead to second-guessing every decision I made. That echoing self-doubt that can make you feel as though you’re losing control of your own thoughts. My anxiety increased, leading to people-pleasing, pushing other's needs and opinions instead of my own. In those times when anxiety consumed me, I constantly worried about how others would perceive my actions or words, leaving no room for my own wants or needs. And whenever I tried to express my true feelings, the spiral of overthinking and self-doubt would begin, convincing me that my thoughts were invalid and unworthy. However, during the years, I have come to an understanding of how to address my insecurities, and that is setting boundaries and being unapologetically myself. I've learned that not everyone will agree with you, and not everyone deserves your energy. Sometimes, you have let people go and accept that you cannot please everyone without showing yourself some grace. Through trial and error, I have come to the understanding of who I am as an individual, and not everyone deserves your time and energy. Yes, I still have those moments where anxiety creeps in, but now knowing who I am, I have come to terms that instead of making anxiety a negative thing, I embrace it. I taught myself that it is okay to be vulnerable and sensitive and take everything one day at a time. Creating art has always been a passion of mine that can serve as a way to connect and create a meaningful way to give back to my community. Through my work, I strive to highlight the importance of mental health and why it is an important topic to talk about. By illustrating emotions, struggles, and the journey of healing, my art will become a tool to inspire and encourage others that they’re not alone. Through social media, I aim to create a safe space where people can build connections, reflect, and heal. In conclusion, in both my art career and life, I have learned to embrace vulnerability and embrace individuality by using creativity to connect and heal. By addressing my own struggles with anxiety, I have found a purpose to inspire others while building a community. Whether it’s through illustration the struggles of mental health or self-expression. I want others to find their voices, embrace their struggles, and connect with one another.

Creating art has always been a passion of mine. What began as a hobby, slowly evolved into a dream career. Since perfecting my craft, I've learned that illustrating is the way to go in pursuing my aspirations. My ultimate goal is to create art and publish a graphic novel that showcases my storytelling abilities, while also that inspires others. To achieve this goal, I am focusing on enhancing my skills, building up my portfolio, and establishing meaningful connections. Recently, I started my journey at Savannah College of Art and Design, a school that is helping me take deliberate steps toward my dream goal. Through my classes, I have discovered what works for me and what doesn’t, as I build up my artistic style. Another element that helps me boost my skills is developing a consistent practice schedule to work on areas that need improvement, while also actively seeking feedback and professional critiques. With taking all this into consideration, I know my future in the art industry will be secured. While refining my craft in school, I am also working on building a presence on social media to showcase my art and to connect with a broader audience. On these platforms, I introduce my original characters, their dynamics, worldbuilding, and their personalities. Building an audience will spark curiosity about my stories and leave my audience wondering what will happen next. By sharing my art and personal journey, I aim to create a meaningful connection with my audience. In the next five years, I aim to start my own business, selling merchandise related to my characters and other creative products I develop. The following products that I'll be hoping to sell are prints, stickers, tote bags, and more. While still in school, I am budgeting and saving up money to lay the foundation for this business. For now, I plan to start small by creating and selling stickers as an initial step into entrepreneurship. In conclusion, my education, budgeting, and my pursuing my goals, is shaping the foundation for my future success. As I am in school, I will build connections with my peers and gain myself a further understanding of the art industry, as well as making myself known. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy, that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

Creating art has always been a passion of mine. What began as a hobby, slowly evolved into a dream career. Since perfecting my craft, I've learned that illustrating is the way to go in pursuing my aspirations. My ultimate goal is to create art and publish a graphic novel that showcases my storytelling abilities, while also that inspires others. To achieve this goal, I am focusing on enhancing my skills, building up my portfolio, and establishing meaningful connections. Recently, I started my journey at Savannah College of Art and Design, a school that is helping me take deliberate steps toward my dream goal. Through my classes, I have discovered what works for me and what doesn’t, as I build up my artistic style. Another element that helps me boost my skills is developing a consistent practice schedule to work on areas that need improvement, while also actively seeking feedback and professional critiques. With taking all this into consideration, I know my future in the art industry will be secured. While refining my craft in school, I am also working on building a presence on social media to showcase my art and to connect with a broader audience. On these platforms, I introduce my original characters, their dynamics, worldbuilding, and their personalities. Building an audience will spark curiosity about my stories and leave my audience wondering what will happen next. By sharing my art and personal journey, I aim to create a meaningful connection with my audience. In the next five years, I aim to start my own business, selling merchandise related to my characters and other creative products I develop. The following products that I'll be hoping to sell are prints, stickers, tote bags, and more. While still in school, I am budgeting and saving up money to lay the foundation for this business. For now, I plan to start small by creating and selling stickers as an initial step into entrepreneurship. In conclusion, my education, budgeting, and my pursuing my goals, is shaping the foundation for my future success. As I am in school, I will build connections with my peers and gain myself a further understanding of the art industry, as well as making myself known. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me create generational wealth and establish a legacy, that will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

“Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”, and for me, it became a constant voice in my mind that would lead to second-guessing every decision I made. That echoing self-doubt that can make you feel as though you’re losing control of your own thoughts. My anxiety increased, leading to people-pleasing, pushing other needs and opinions instead of my own. In those times when anxiety consumed me, I constantly worried about how others would perceive my actions or words, leaving no room for my own wants or needs. And whenever I tried to express my true feelings, the spiral of overthinking and self-doubt would begin, convincing me that my thoughts were invalid and unworthy. However, during the years, I have come to an understanding of how to address my insecurities, and that is setting boundaries and being unapologetically myself. I've learned that not everyone will agree with you, and not everyone deserves your energy. Sometimes, you have let people go and accept that you cannot please everyone without showing yourself some grace. Through trial and error, I have come to the understanding of who I am as an individual, and not everyone deserves your time and energy. Yes, I still have those moments where anxiety creeps in, but now knowing who I am, I have come to terms that instead of making anxiety a negative thing, I embrace it. I taught myself that it is okay to be vulnerable and sensitive, and take everything one day at a time. Creating art has always been a passion of mine that can serve as a way to connect and create a meaningful way to give back to my community. Through my work, I strive to highlight the importance of mental health and why it is an important topic to talk about. By illustrating emotions, struggles, and the journey of healing, my art will become a tool to inspire and encourage others that they’re not alone. Through social media, I aim to create a safe space where people can build connections, reflect, and heal. There are many ways to pursue philately as a hobby, especially combined with illustration. As an artist I can use postage stamps to tell stories, sharing important stories of history and cultural significance of philately that is relatable to the younger generation. Another way to connect philately and art is using social media. A lot of young kids nowadays are on social media and using these platforms hand and hand can attract people to create vibrant, shareable artworks to connect and build an audience. By merging creativity and modern technology, philately can be engaging and relevant for future generations. In conclusion, in both art and life, I have learned to embrace vulnerability and embrace individuality by using creativity to connect and heal. By addressing my own struggles with anxiety, I have found a purpose to inspire others while building a community. Whether it’s through illustration the struggles of mental health or self-expression. My goal is to leave a purposeful impact by storytelling and creativity. I want others to find their voices, embrace their struggles, and connect with one another.

“Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”, and for me, it became a constant voice in my mind that would lead to second-guessing every decision I made. That echoing self-doubt that can make you feel as though you’re losing control of your own thoughts. My anxiety increased, leading to people-pleasing, pushing other needs and opinions instead of my own. In those times when anxiety consumed me, I constantly worried about how others would perceive my actions or words, leaving no room for my own wants or needs. And whenever I tried to express my true feelings, the spiral of overthinking and self-doubt would begin, convincing me that my thoughts were invalid and unworthy. However, during the years, I have come to an understanding of how to address my insecurities, and that is setting boundaries and being unapologetically myself. I've learned that not everyone will agree with you, and not everyone deserves your energy. Sometimes, you have let people go and accept that you cannot please everyone without showing yourself some grace. Through trial and error, I have come to the understanding of who I am as an individual, and not everyone deserves your time and energy. Yes, I still have those moments where anxiety creeps in, but now knowing who I am, I have come to terms that instead of making anxiety a negative thing, I embrace it. I taught myself that it is okay to be vulnerable and sensitive and take everything one day at a time. Creating art has always been a passion of mine that can serve as a way to connect and create a meaningful way to give back to my community. Through my work, I strive to highlight the importance of mental health and why it is an important topic to talk about. By illustrating emotions, struggles, and the journey of healing, my art will become a tool to inspire and encourage others that they’re not alone. Through social media, I aim to create a safe space where people can build connections, reflect, and heal. There are many ways to pursue different ideas that's a hobby and combine with illustration. As an artist I can use artistic skills to tell stories, sharing important stories of history and cultural significance of today's issues that is relatable to the younger generation. Another way to connect your own aspirations and art is using social media. A lot of young kids nowadays are on social media and using these platforms hand and hand can attract people to create vibrant, shareable artworks to connect and build an audience. By merging creativity and modern technology, your passion can be engaging and relevant for future generations. In conclusion, in both art and life, I have learned to embrace vulnerability and embrace individuality by using creativity to connect and heal. By addressing my own struggles with anxiety, I have found a purpose to inspire others while building a community. Whether it’s through illustration the struggles of mental health or self-expression. My goal is to leave a purposeful impact by storytelling and creativity. I want others to find their voices, embrace their struggles, and connect with one another.

The everyday world around me is a magnificent place where creativity can run wild. Through the world around me, I'm inspired by the aesthetically pleasing atmosphere of Savannah, GA. Everywhere you look, there's always a place or two that will catch your attention. In those moments, you want to preserve those memories forever. As an artist, I do this by drawing, keeping those special memories close to my heart. Art brings life to the world around us, it not only inspires individuals, but also helps us as a community connect and understand one another. Art can build bridges that was never there before or reconnect. In today's chaotic times, people's voices need to be heard. As an Illustrator, I want to ensure those voices are expressed and recognized.

Creating art has always been a passion of mine. What began as a hobby, gradually evolved into a dream career. Through refining my craft, I've discovered that illustrating is the way to go in pursuing my aspirations. My ultimate goal is to create art and publish a graphic novel that showcases my storytelling abilities, but also that inspires others. This art piece is inspired by my childhood, an important time in my life where aspirations and imaginations thrived. Through this artwork, I wanted to bridge my childhood experiences with where I am now in life. I drew inspiration from fond memories, including my fascination with American Girl dolls. My grandmother used to give me American girl magazines during the holidays, which had hints about the upcoming Girl of the Year. These memories inspired me to think creatively and imagine, “What if I were the American Girl of the year? What are my interests, and how can I represent them in a unique way?” This led me to create a “meet the artist” themed artwork that captures who I am. Currently, I attend Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in Illustration. My time at SCAD has been innovative and it has sparked my creativity and pushed me out of my comfort zone. In my artwork, I've included items that have reflected SCAD's journey, such as inspirational artwork from George Clinton, my favorite anime, and my favorite dish Chicken Teriyaki. Through this artwork, I want everyone to know that individuality is key to embracing your creativity in art, and that self-expression takes many forms. As I continue to attend college, I’ve learned to enjoy the small moments, because life's too short to be overwhelmed by stress. Through my art and social media, I aim to build a community where everyone feels free to show off their artwork without judgment and embrace their authentic selves. This artwork is truly one of my favorites because it highlights my individuality and shows everyone who I am as a person. While I build up my craft in school, I am also working on building a presence on social media to showcase my art and to connect with a broader audience. On these platforms, I introduce my original characters, their dynamics, worldbuilding, and let my audience get to know me as the creator. By sharing my journey and art, I hope to spark curiosity about my stories, and leave my audience eager for what will happen next. In the next five years, I want to start my own business, selling merchandise related to my characters and other creative products I develop. While still in school, I am budgeting and saving up money to lay the foundation for this business. For now, I plan to start small by creating and selling stickers as an initial step into entrepreneurship. In conclusion, with school, financial planning, and commitment to my goals, is shaping the foundation for my future success. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me and my family create generational wealth and establish a legacy. That I will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

Creating art has always been a passion of mine. What began as a hobby, slowly turned into a dream career. Since perfecting my craft, I've learned that illustrating is the way to go in pursuing my aspirations. My ultimate goal is to create art and publish a graphic novel that showcases my storytelling abilities, but also that inspires others. To achieve this goal, I am focusing on enhancing my skills, building up my portfolio, and establishing meaningful connections. Recently, I started my journey at Savannah College of Art and Design, a school that is helping me take deliberate steps toward my dream goal. Through my classes, I have discovered what works for me and what does not, as I build up my artistic style. Another element that helps me boost my skills is developing a consistent practice schedule to work on areas that need improvement, while also actively seeking feedback and professional critiques. Even though I have found a hobby that has grounded me through hard times. There was a point in my life where I was unhappy. “Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”, and for me, it became a constant voice in my mind that would lead to second-guessing every decision I made. That echoing self-doubt that can make you feel as though you’re losing control of your own thoughts. My anxiety increased, leading to people-pleasing, pushing other's needs and opinions instead of my own. In those times when anxiety consumed me, I constantly worried about how others would perceive my actions or words, leaving no room for my own wants or needs. And whenever I tried to express my true feelings, the spiral of overthinking and self-doubt would begin, convincing me that my thoughts were invalid and unworthy. However, during the years, I have come to an understanding of how to address my insecurities, and that is setting boundaries and being unapologetically myself. I've learned that not everyone will agree with you, and not everyone deserves your energy. Sometimes, you have let people go and accept that you cannot please everyone without showing yourself some grace. Through trial and error, I have come to the understanding of who I am as an individual, and not everyone deserves your time and energy. Yes, I still have those moments where anxiety creeps in, but now knowing who I am, I have come to terms that instead of making anxiety a negative thing, I embrace it. I taught myself that it is okay to be vulnerable and sensitive and take everything one day at a time. As stated before, art has always been a passion of mine that can serve as a way to connect and create a meaningful way to give back to my community. Through my work, I strive to highlight the importance of mental health and why it is an important topic to talk about. By illustrating emotions, struggles, and the journey of healing, my art will become a tool to inspire and encourage others that they’re not alone. Through social media, I aim to create a safe space where people can build connections, reflect, and heal. In conclusion, in both art and life, I have learned to embrace vulnerability and embrace individuality by using creativity to connect and heal. By addressing my own struggles with anxiety, I have found a purpose to inspire others while building a community. Whether it’s through illustration the struggles of mental health or self-expression. My goal is to leave a purposeful impact by storytelling and creativity. I want others to find their voices, embrace their struggles, and connect with one another.

Creating art has always been a passion of mine. What began as a hobby, slowly turned into a dream career. Since perfecting my craft, I've learned that illustrating is the way to go in pursuing my aspirations. My ultimate goal is to create art and publish a graphic novel that showcases my storytelling abilities, but also that inspires others. To achieve this goal, I am focusing on enhancing my skills, building up my portfolio, and establishing meaningful connections. Recently, I started my journey at Savannah College of Art and Design, a school that is helping me take deliberate steps toward my dream goal. Through my classes, I have discovered what works for me and what does not, as I build up my artistic style. Another element that helps me boost my skills is developing a consistent practice schedule to work on areas that need improvement, while also actively seeking feedback and professional critiques. While I build up my craft in school, I am also working on building a presence on social media to showcase my art and to connect with a broader audience. On these platforms, I introduce my original characters, their dynamics, worldbuilding, and their personalities. Building an audience will spark curiosity about my stories and leave my audience wondering what will happen next. By sharing my art and personal journey, I aim to create a meaningful connection with my audience. In the next five years, I want to start my own business, selling merchandise related to my characters and other creative products I develop. The following products that I'll be hoping to sell are prints, stickers, tote bags, and more. While still in school, I am budgeting and saving up money to lay the foundation for this business. For now, I plan to start small by creating and selling stickers as an initial step into entrepreneurship. In conclusion, with school, budgeting, and my pursuing my goals, is shaping the foundation for my future success. I am thrilled to see what the future has in store for me, as well as establishing a name for myself for everyone to admire. This scholarship represents more than just financial support, but it is also helping me, and my family create generational wealth and establish a legacy, for future generations to look back on. That I will establish a critical step in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist and inspiring others through my work.

“Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer”, and for me, it became a constant voice in my mind that would lead to second-guessing every decision I made. That echoing self-doubt that can make you feel as though you’re losing control of your own thoughts. My anxiety increased, leading to people-pleasing, pushing others needs and opinions instead of my own. In those times when anxiety consumed me, I constantly worried about how others would perceive my actions or words, leaving no room for my own wants or needs. And whenever I tried to express my true feelings, the spiral of overthinking and self-doubt would begin, convincing me that my thoughts were invalid and unworthy. However, through my time in college, I have come to an understanding of how to address my insecurities, and that is setting boundaries and being unapologetically myself. I've learned that not everyone will agree with you, and not everyone deserves your energy. Sometimes, you have let people go and accept that you cannot please everyone without showing yourself some grace. Through trial and error, I have come to the understanding of who I am as an individual, and not everyone deserves your time and energy. Yes, I still have those moments where anxiety creeps in, but now knowing who I am, I have come to terms that instead of making anxiety a negative thing, I embrace it. I taught myself that it is okay to be vulnerable and sensitive and take everything one day at a time. Creating art has always been a passion of mine that can serve as a way to connect and create a meaningful way to give back to my community. Through my work, I strive to highlight the importance of mental health and why it is an important topic to talk about. By illustrating emotions, struggles, and the journey of healing, my art will become a tool to inspire and encourage others that they’re not alone. Through social media, I aim to create a safe space where people can build connections, reflect, and heal. In conclusion, in both art and life, I have learned to embrace vulnerability and embrace individuality by using creativity to connect and heal. By addressing my own struggles with anxiety, I have found a purpose to inspire others while building a community. Whether it’s through illustration the struggles of mental health or self-expression. My goal is to leave a purposeful impact by storytelling and creativity. I want others to find their voices, embrace their struggles, and connect with one another.

Keith Haring once said, "Art should be something that liberates your soul, provokes the imagination, and encourages people to go further". That is what creating art has done for me. It's a craft that people can enjoy worldwide and inspire others. Since I was in middle school, telling and creating stories has always brought me joy, especially when I saw the people I love react to my craft. In those moments, my love for art grew even more in art college. This year, I've been enrolled in Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in Illustration. As stated before, I love storytelling, the anticipation and thrill of imagining what comes next in my stories have brought me to the conclusion that one day, my stories will be heard about worldwide. Illustrating has taught me the benefit of self-expression and that the possibilities are endless when you create something you love. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters, plot points, and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about storytelling and decided that I wanted to create my own book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. This story will show the art industry that creating art is still alive, no matter the medium. Creating art is proof that the possibilities are endless and that your unique style, is yours and yours alone and can also show growth in something new and beneficial to become a business in something you enjoy. Furthermore, my story will establish that people are not alone and show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and becoming your own identity. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the ones who go through the hardships of adulating, and they will know that they’re not alone. In the following 2 years after my degree, I will run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will become a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. In conclusion, attending college will enhance my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Depression is a silent but deadly killer that can take you out in an instant, for years my friend Lilu has dealt with the struggle of invalidating their feelings and isolation. Through those tough times, friends and family didn't know how to react or help Lilu, to the point that they would give up too quickly in helping him because they didn't know how to deal with their mental issues so how could they help someone else in their struggle? In reality, Lilu just needed a shoulder to lean on, someone who would be there through the nitty gritty of growing pains. As someone who's also struggled with mental health specifically anxiety, it did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Just like Lilu, high school was a tough time for me in finding my own identity, especially when I was wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly after this chapter of my life ended. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. To some degree, I didn't acknowledge that my talent was good enough to become a full-time career. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. As I have learned throughout the years, life is too short not to live your dreams, it took some time, but I am passionate about creating art and decided to turn my hobby into my dream career. Through my work I want to help people gain a clearer perspective in understanding difficult situations of mental health. In my artwork, I want to create murals and create art to show the rise and downfall of how serious mental health awareness is for everyone and encourage people to get help. As for Lilu, middle school became easier, and slowly days got easier for him. Today, Lilu is engaged to the love of his life and is happier than ever. So many people deal with mental health and as an advocate for bettering yourself mentally and physically, as a society, we need to realize that providing a listening ear goes a long way. In conclusion, just like Lilu, I want people to thrive and be unapologetically themselves without the daily struggle of mental health getting in the way.

Depression is a silent but deadly killer that can take you out in an instant, for years my friend Lilu has dealt with the struggle of invalidating their feelings and isolation. Through those tough times, friends and family didn't know how to react or help Lilu, to the point that they would give up too quickly in helping him because they didn't know how to deal with their mental issues so how could they help someone else in their struggle? In reality, Lilu just needed a shoulder to lean on, someone who would be there through the nitty gritty of growing pains. From then on, middle school became easier, and slowly days got easier for him. Today, Lilu is engaged to the love of his life and is happier than ever. So many people deal with mental health and as an advocate for bettering yourself mentally and physically, as a society, we need to realize that providing a listening ear goes a long way. It'll help people gain a clearer perspective in understanding difficult situations. Creating art has always been a passion of mine, specifically Illustration and through my work, I want to create murals and or create art to show the rise and downfall of how serious mental health awareness is for everyone and encourage people to get help. In conclusion, just like Lilu, I want people to thrive and be unapologetically themselves without the daily struggle of mental health getting in the way.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began, life is too short not to live your dreams. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated, before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. I have been working on this story for over two years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. My graphic novel will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and becoming your own identity. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the ones who go through the hardships of adulating, and they will know that they’re not alone. As stated, before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and innovative concepts in appealing ways. Creating illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas and promoting diversity. Writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over, and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began, life is too short not to live your dreams. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated, before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. I have been working on this story for over two years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. My graphic novel will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and becoming your own identity. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the ones who go through the hardships of adulating, and they will know that they’re not alone. As stated, before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and innovative concepts in appealing ways. Creating illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas and promoting diversity. Writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over, and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began, life is too short not to live your dreams. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated, before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. I have been working on this story for over two years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. My graphic novel will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and becoming your own identity. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the ones who go through the hardships of adulating, and they will know that they’re not alone. As stated, before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and innovative concepts in appealing ways. Creating illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas and promoting diversity. Writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over, and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. I have learned throughout the years, life is too short not to live your dreams, it took some time, but I am passionate about creating art and decided to turn my hobby into my dream career. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. My following field of study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story and fall in love with my character's as much as I have. So, I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. After graduating, I want this book to be complete and show the world that a new artist is coming into the industry. As stated, before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and creative concepts in appealing ways. Writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will become a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and building connections. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over, and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when I was wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly after this chapter of my life ended. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. To some degree, I didn't acknowledge that my talent was good enough to become a full-time career. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. As I have learned throughout the years, life is too short not to live your dreams, it took some time, but I am passionate about creating art and decided to turn my hobby into my dream career. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. My following field of study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story and fall in love with my character's as much as I have. So, I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. After graduating, I want this book to be complete and show the world that a new artist is coming into the industry. As stated, before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and creative concepts in appealing ways. Writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will become a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and building connections. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over, and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when I was wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly after this chapter of my life ended. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. To some degree, I didn't acknowledge that my talent was good enough to become a full-time career. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. As I have learned throughout the years, life is too short not to live your dreams, it took some time, but I am passionate about creating art and decided to turn my hobby into my dream career. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. My following field of study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story and fall in love with my character's as much as I have. So, I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. After graduating, I want this book to be complete and show the world that a new artist is coming into the industry. As stated, before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and creative concepts in appealing ways. Writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will become a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and building connections. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over, and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Art creates connections and build an audience that everyone can enjoy, it is human nature for people to build connections and the love for art and or music does just for everyone. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. My following field of study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story and fall in love with my character's as much as I have. So, I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. After graduating, I want this book to be complete and show the world that a new artist is coming into the industry for everyone to see how important building an audience is. As stated, before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and creative concepts in appealing ways. Writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will become a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and building connections. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over, and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence The world needs art and music it shows self-expression and for journey personally, I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. My following field of study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story and fall in love with my character's as much as I have. So, I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. After graduating, I want this book to be complete and show the world that a new artist is coming into the industry. As stated, before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and creative concepts in appealing ways. Writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my business and sell my art on my website to generate income. Through college I will build consistency, discipline, and connections in the art industry and make people see that hard work pays off. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over, and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

A brand new Love Island Challenge that I would do is Kiss, Marry, Kill. This challenge would follow the islanders in groups with them being split up into boys vs girls. For the game each person has to go around stating between one another who they would kiss, marry, or kill before the game starts. As the contestants will choose their victims by spinning a wheel, under each contestant's name will have a random envelope stating one word to kiss, marry, or kill. For each card the contestants get they have to state out loud their opponent's name and what they got. For kiss the guys and girls have to go over to whoever they spun on the wheel and kiss them for 2 minutes, if the islanders chosen don't complete their task then the team loses a point. For Marry the contestants have four minutes to write vows to whoever they got on the wheel and say their vows out loud for everyone to hear, if they're conflicted and don't state their vows out loud the team loses 2 points. Last but not least, kill, the contestant who spins and grabs the envelope can decide to kick this person off the island forever or let them stay. The choice will be decided on a phone, If someone chooses to kill this person off in the challenge on a big screen the killer's name and face will state who they killed off the island and they will have to confess why. In conclusion, this challenge tests the loyalty of each islander to see if couples and friendships will last. They can either win to show that they're in it for the game or lose for the pure fact of sticking loyal, the only downside is unknowingly the losing team will be chosen for being booted off.

As a young girl, I always wondered what I wanted to do with my future, then I found my love of art. To some degree, I didn't acknowledge that my talent was good enough to become a full-time career. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. To be one of the first in my family to obtain a college degree is a thrilling thought and as I have learned throughout the years, life is too short not to live your dreams. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. My field of study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over two years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. I thought creating a book would be simple but, as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it's just not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and time. There is no need to rush making a book, take time to perfect your craft and keep moving forward. My graphic novel will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and becoming your own identity. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will become a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and building relationships. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young adult who's about to go into college I have realized that anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, it creeps on you when you least expected it. High school was a tough time for me in finding my own identity, especially when I was wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly after this chapter of my life ended. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. To some degree, I didn't acknowledge that my talent was good enough to become a full-time career. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. When I create art and earn income, I wanna help those people who can't help themselves by using my skills as an artist, for peoples voices to be heard, and build a community that no one can be judged, help with mental health issues, and just support individuals for their differences.

Mr.Vissaggi was a man of passion, who was eager to persue his dreams, just like him I thrive to live my dreams as an artist. I know it takes dedication, effort, and time, and as a young adult ready to attend college, I will strive to get what I want. As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. I have learned that I am passionate about creating art. It did not matter what medium it was like, painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new, I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is fun and self-expressive. To achieve my dreams, I would like to attend college, it'll will be a journey that can enhance my identity and perspective through skills and future opportunities, School will also improve my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance and access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of your comfort zone and exposing students to enhanced experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. In the fall I will be enrolled in an art college called SCAD and dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in traditional, painting, and digital art. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenery, and characters. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, and promoting diversity. Not only do I enjoy creating are but writing as well. Writing overall has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. All of these aspects with I took into consideration and have stated to create my own novel, What Lies Underneath. Writing and Illustrating have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with taking classes that will build connections and boost my love for creating and understanding art. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on a website to generate income. I will become a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and building my platform to succeed in life. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, Mr.Visaggii was a man who adored many activites in life and for me living my dream career, and attending school would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer, like connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me in finding my own identity, especially when I was wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly after this chapter of my life ended. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. To some degree, I didn't acknowledge that my talent was good enough to become a full-time career. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. As I have learned throughout the years, life is too short not to live your dreams, it took some time but I am passionate about creating art and decided to turn my hobby into my dream career. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over two years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but, as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it's just not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and time. There is no need to rush making a book, take time to perfect your craft and keep moving forward. My graphic novel will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, and promoting diversity. Writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. I have been working on this story for over two years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but, as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it's just not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and time. There is no need to rush in making a book, take time to perfect your craft and keep moving forward. My graphic novel will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when I was wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly after this chapter of my life ended. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. Illustration has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over two years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but, as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it's just not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and time. There is no need to rush in making a book, take time to perfect your craft and keep moving forward. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on a website to generate income. Being a business owner would make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when I was wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly after this chapter of my life ended. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. Illustration has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over two years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but, as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it's just not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and time. There is no need to rush in making a book, take time to perfect your craft and keep moving forward. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on a website to generate income. Being a business owner would make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when I was wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly after this chapter of my life ended. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. Illustration has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over two years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but, as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it's just not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and time. There is no need to rush in making a book, take time to perfect your craft and keep moving forward. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on a website to generate income. Being a business owner would make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when I was wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly after this chapter of my life ended. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. Illustration has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over two years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but, as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it's just not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and time. There is no need to rush in making a book, take time to perfect your craft and keep moving forward. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. These two components overall have made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and have helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on a website to generate income. Being a business owner would make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing at the moment anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when I was wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly after this chapter of my life ended. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. To some degree, I didn't think my talent was good enough to become a full time career. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that is fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. As I have learned throughout the years, life is too short to not live your dreams, it took some time but I am passionate about creating art and decided to turn my hobby into my dream career. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over two years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but, as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it's just not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. From trial and error and help from professionals that makes books, I have learned that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and time. There is no need too rush in making a book, take time to perfect your craft and keep moving forward. My graphic novel will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, and promoting diversity. Writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. These two components overall has made my love for writing and art even more enjoyable and has helped me portray my characters correctly for readers who need a little thrill in their lives to sit down and read. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of what it takes to become your best self and balancing your personal life vs your work life. In the following two years of my attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my ongoing self-growth journey isn't over and I will achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Life has never been easy with anxiety it always leads to second-guessing my feelings and, makes me wonder, Are my feelings valid? In those dark moments of self-doubt, my teacher always said to me “Keep Moving Forward”. Throughout my high school years in some way, I always ended up in Mr. Fischetti’s classes time and time again. Mr. Fisch was the type of person everyone knew and loved, including myself. From his classes, I learned so much about the world, the environment we lived in, and finances. Due to him, I would not have gotten out of my comfort shell and learned how to express myself in art. As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future, during those times I found my love of illustrating. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was new, something that I had never done before I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation on improving my skills. Furthermore, throughout my art journey illustrating is not only fun but self-expressive. Mr.Fischetti was one of the few teachers I trusted with showing my artistic skills, through his perseverance to see me succeed in my dreams, I taught myself new traditional and digital techniques. In pursuit of building my craft, I decided to work on my graphic novel, What Lies Underneath, a book that I am proud of working on. I have been working on this story for over two years, and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill, and reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild with inspiration to keep on creating. His mentorship improved my storytelling skills by helping me understand how to convey complex ideas, diversity, and world-building. Mr. Fisch also helped me understand the business side of becoming an entrepreneur by furthering my education in financial literacy class on how to handle finances, market yourself on social media, and motivate yourself to do what you love as a career. In conclusion, Mr.Fischetti has contributed to my ongoing self-growth journey of knowing my worth, as a teacher, I am entirely grateful for everything he's done for me. I will achieve my goals through my academic studies, connections, independence, and business offers. Even though things might not go my way as planned, things will get better.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing in the moment, anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. In conclusion, I am ready for what the world has to offer me, One day, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing in the moment, anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. In conclusion, I am ready for what the world has to offer me, One day, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing in the moment, anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. In conclusion, I am ready for what the world has to offer me, One day, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing in the moment, anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. In conclusion, I am ready for what the world has to offer me, One day, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing in the moment, anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. In conclusion, I am ready for what the world has to offer me, One day, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing in the moment, anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. Maggie's boldness in persuading her passions is the reason why I admire her and her story. Just like her, I had my own ups and downs that has effected me greatly, but just like her I overcame them. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. The struggle with creating a book by yourself is hard, but I persevered and didn't give up just like Maggie when persuring her goals. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. In conclusion, I am ready for what the world has to offer me, One day, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing in the moment, anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. In conclusion, I am ready for what the world has to offer me, One day, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing in the moment, anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. In conclusion, I am ready for what the world has to offer me, One day, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing in the moment, anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. As well as how anxiety would effect my relation ships in how people preserved me. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. As well as that people will doubt what they don't understand, and the people who care will be with you no matter what you struggle with or who you are as an individual. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. In conclusion, I am ready for what the world has to offer me, One day, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing in the moment, anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. In conclusion, I am ready for what the world has to offer me, One day, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing in the moment, anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art that's fundamental to my identity is self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. In conclusion, I am ready for what the world has to offer me, One day, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Anxiety is a silent but deadly killer, and throughout my life, I have struggled with it. It did not matter what I was doing in the moment, anxiety would creep in and cause chaos in my brain that made me believe my emotions were invalid. Through the years of struggling with anxiety, I found a way to cope with art and thus my love for illustration began. High school was a tough time for me to find my own identity, especially when wondering about what I wanted to accomplish shortly after school. During those times, I didn't even think of giving art a chance to make a career out of myself. However, I learned through trial and error that no matter the medium I use, creating art was apart of my identity that's self-expressive and brings me joy. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called Savannah College of Art and Design. As stated before the following field of study is Illustration. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding characters and how the audience of the fandom can relate to the story. I took everything I knew about stories and decided that I wanted to create my book. My novel, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from an enchanted college she attends. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey as an evil uprising emerges from the shadows. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. In conclusion, I am ready for what the world has to offer me, One day, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I know it will take some time, but I am ready to see my dreams become a reality. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. I have learned through my hobbies that I am passionate about creating art. It did not matter what medium it was like, painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new, I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation on how to better my craft. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun but self-expressive. To achieve my dreams, I would like to attend college, it will be a journey that can enhance my identity and perspective through skills and future opportunities. College will also improve my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance to access to education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of my comfort zone and exposing students like myself, to enhance our experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. In the fall I will be enrolled in an art college called SCAD and dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital art. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenery, and characters. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, and promoting diversity. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Writing overall has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge.

Life has never been easy with anxiety it always leads to second-guessing my feelings and, makes me wonder, Are my feelings valid? In those dark moments of self-doubt, my teacher always said to me “Keep Moving Forward”. Throughout my high school years in some way, I always ended up in Mr. Fischetti’s classes time and time again. Mr. Fisch was the type of person everyone knew and loved, including myself. From his classes, I learned so much about the world, the environment we lived in, and finances. Due to him, I would not have gotten out of my comfort shell and learned how to express myself in art. As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future, during those times I found my love of illustrating. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation on improving my skills. Furthermore, throughout my art journey illustrating is not only fun but self-expressive. Mr.Fischetti was one of the few teachers I trusted with showing my artistic skills, through his perseverance to see me succeed in my dreams, I taught myself new traditional and digital techniques. In pursuit of building my craft, I decided to work on my graphic novel, What Lies Underneath, a book that I am proud of working on. I have been working on this story for over two years, and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill, and reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild with inspiration to keep on creating. His mentorship improved my storytelling skills by helping me understand how to convey complex ideas, diversity, and world-building. Mr. Fisch also helped me understand the business side of becoming an entrepreneur by furthering my education in financial literacy class on how to handle finances, market yourself on social media, and motivate yourself to do what you love as a career. In conclusion, Mr.Fischetti has contributed to my ongoing self-growth journey of knowing my worth as well as building my love for art. In the following two years of attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I'll take into count what my teacher taught me of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge.

Seeing each Spider-Man adaption has made me love Spider-Man as a character even more no matter who plays him. But the actor who truly makes me love Spider-Man is Tom Holland's version of Spider-Man. Tom brings Peter Parker's geekiness to an all-time high and I love it, also from each movie you see him growing into his own person and becoming the superhero that everyone loves today. Through each movie that Tom Holland is in as Spider-Man, Marvel does a good job of making Peter Park still act like a kid while also dealing with the hardships of being a superhero and having his own life. Not only that but with each villain that Spider-Man faces we see how it affects him and teaches him what it takes to become a superhero. In conclusion, knowing that Tom was playing Spider-Man a lot of fans were either thrilled or anxious because, of the change from Tobey to Andrew and then to Tom all because, of how different each actor makes Peter. In my opinion, even though I love Tom's depiction of Spider-Man, Stan Lee said it best that anyone can wear the mask no matter their race or who they are as an individual.

Playing Nintendo games was such a thrilling and fun experience to play with friends and family. No matter what game it was, the energy in the room would be filled with happiness and laughter. The most fun game of all time to play in co-op mode was Snipperclips. Snipperclips was not only competitive but also a wholesome game that many people can enjoy. For me and my family, a memorable moment was an unforgettable Saturday which we planned to be family game night. As teams, we did rock paper scissors to choose what games to play and one of them was snipperclips. It was me and my brother versus my stepdad and mother as we got into the competitive spirit to finish the level, my father swearing like a sailor suddenly his phone went off for work. He sucked at multi-tasking, of course, and had to take the call leaving me and my brother to win. It was a memorable moment because my brother all night was messing with my father about him losing leading to them playing multiple other games to prove that they can beat one another one on one. In conclusion, I love playing video games with my family even though it gets competitive, I wouldn't have it any other way with our traditional family game night.

GUTS be Olivia Rodrigo is a passion project that every teen girl can relate to differently, but it all goes full circle as an experience that everyone goes through. From the album GUTS, I learned that it goes through the emotional turmoils of envying people you love, heartbreak, and the growing pains that follow. A song that hit close to home was Vampire, with the lyrics, "I used to think I was smart but you made me look so naive." The way you sold me for parts, as you suck your teeth into me". As a teenager, you want to find your crowd, and once you do, you want those people to be your friends forever. But then as you get older in your teenage years you realize that some of those friends weren't truthful, and passionate about being your friend as you were. Not only that but you know that those friends use you instead of being there for you like you're there for them. In my teenage years, I went through the same thing with two friends that I thought would be in my corner forever. But as time moved on and we got older, I realized things that my expectations for us weren't reality and instead of being the friends who loved and supported me, it ended me stepping away and ending the friendship altogether. These lyrics hit home because I was the girl that everyone came to but no one stuck around to be there for me when I needed them the most. In the "little" mistakes my ex-friends made in our relationship, I just brushed off and acted like everything was okay, and the sad part is that other friends and family were telling me that they weren't the safe place that I thought they were. Now that I'm older, I realize that not everyone deserves your kindness and time, but you gotta listen to your gut more because 99% of the time it's right. The people who are worth it will come into your life in the most unexpected ways. Vampire by Olivia Rodrigo is for the people who wear their hearts on their sleeves and get hurt in the end by people who are hurting inside themselves. In conclusion, the people who deserve better in life will get that happy ending no matter what and, even if it doesn't look like it things will get better.

Binge-watching shows have always been my favorite thing to do in my free time. Whether it is animation, romance, fantasy, or drama I would watch it. Watching Disney as a whole has boosted my creativity, love for storytelling, and drive to create my own stories. Furthermore, my two favorite shows that deserve a crossover are Gravity Falls and The Owl House. Gravity Falls is one of the best shows of all time with mystery, drama, and hilarious humor throughout the series that makes the show lovable. The show follows these twins Dipper and Mabel, as they explore the wacky town of Gravity Falls and uncover the mysteries the small town has to offer. The Owl House follows a young girl named Luz, she is tired of her normal boring human life and out of nowhere finds a magical door to a place called The Boiling Isles where supernatural creatures live. The show follows adventure, mystery, and comedy as Lus uncovers mystery after mystery while also trying to find herself as an individual. This crossover episode is called The Good, The Bad, and The Mystery Trio, the plot first follows Dipper and Mabel as they as usual explore the woods for new mysteries. Mabel suddenly trips over a magical glowing orb buried down below. Dipper, knowing him starts to ramble about how this could connected to his book, following a mysterious unknown author. As Mabel slowly starts to doze off she notices a glimmer of a face appearing in the orb...it's Luz, curious yet excited Mabel touches the orb and it expands into a door. Dipper in shock at the door starts passing and rambling about what this door could mean...and slowly getting bored again, gets behind Dipper and pushes him inside. Mabel, eager for what awaits them jumps through as well into the mysterious world of the Boiling Isles. As the twins plumed into the unknown hugging each other, they land in front of a young girl named Luz...then the chaos begins. In conclusion, this crossover would not only boost ratings for Disney, but it'll make fans of the Owl House and gravity falls go nuts. If this crossover ever happened, it'll expand the world of both The Boiling Isles and Gravity Falls that in some way they're connected. In both shows separately there are easter eggs of both shows being connected in some way so it'll be amazing if it was confirmed that they are.

Watching Anime has always been a joy of mine, no matter the genre. It helps make my creative juices flow with brainstorming new stories and is just overall a joy to watch. The anime that I can watch time and time again is none other than Fairy Tail by Hiro Mashima. Fairy Tail has a special place in my heart given the fact that it was one of the first anime I watched ever. The found family trope is immaculate and the characters make the show what it is. Having characters like Natsu and Lucy makes the story lovable because of their dynamic, and no matter what they'll always be there for one another. The found family trope at the beginning of the story makes everything pop. Lucy, the main character of the story wants something new in her life and decides she wants to be a member of the magical Fairy Tail guild. Which of course is a hassle to get into but as time goes on as a member she finds the family she never had before. In conclusion, As someone who is a sucker for this anime, Fairy Tail made me truly happy to watch every adventure the crew goes on and I don't mind to watch time and time again.

Stranger Things is such an interesting show with mysteries, horror, and love, and one thing I adore a lot is how the show foreshadows new players coming into the mix in different ways to help the gang fight monsters. If I could form a squad to face a new supernatural threat, I would choose Nancy Wheeler, Eleven, and Lucas Sinclair. Eleven ever since the beginning broadcast-ed that she from the start is such a powerful person with her abilities. Not only can she throw people around with her powers but manipulates minds, and the minds of the creatures. If she was on my team, Eleven could manipulate the monster's mind to distract them from causing more harm. Lucas is a protector throughout the show he always wants his friends to be safe and not only that, but being realistic and logical about the situations there in. Lucas is the best person to protect the group and give logical reasonings on how to fight the monster at hand. Lastly, Nancy is a firecracker and is a definite need in my group. Nancy can throw hands as well as use a gun properly. If as a group, the team was fighting a new monster, she could blast that monster's head clean off. In conclusion, this squad, in my opinion, could do damage as well as show the new threat who's boss and to never mess with the town of Hawkins Indiana.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments when anxiety overwhelms me. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings. Practicing and experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and decided that a passion project that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill, reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild and gave me somewhat of an escape from reality. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. Throughout the years I have enhanced my art skills and creative writing to get to the point where I am thrilled to have some grasp of how I want my story to be perceived by my audience. In conclusion, this book series will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. Promoting this book will gain a wider audience who enjoys modern fantasy graphic novels and give people a sense of self through environments and characteristics. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulting and know that they’re not alone.

From a young age I always dealt with anxiety and viewing that my feelings weren't valid, and these issues, in some way whether it was physical or mental always had a hold on me. Now that I am older, I have found different scenarios to decrease my issue which are therapy and creating art. Therapy has helped me manage by understanding that my anxiety can be overcome and that the feelings that I feel are valid. Learning how to not downplay my emotions is hard, but from my support system, I have learned that it is okay to feel what you feel and to never be ashamed about it. Art has always made me happy, whether it is creating it myself, or going to a museum, and looking at others' creations. Through art, I learned that if I can't say what is on my mind, I draw it, and that alone has put a ton of weight off my shoulders. Creating art is a blessing in itself that I love to do and now my hobby has become a dream job that I would like to accomplish. As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. It did not matter what medium it was like, painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new, I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Art has always been an important factor in my life, and it has always brought me peace in intense moments. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. To achieve my dreams, I would like to attend college, school has always been a journey that can enhance my identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. The college will also improve my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance and access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience, getting out of your comfort zone and exposing students to enhanced experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called SCAD. I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital art. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or innovative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, and promoting diversity. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Writing overall has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. As well as increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial expressions to become more realistic. In the following two years of my attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner might become overwhelming sometimes, but I know it'll work itself out. Being a freelance artist will make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, without therapy and my support group, I wouldn't have the strong, independent- mindset I have today. Growing older is hard, but I know living my dream career, and school would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer, like connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. As for my anxiety, through my support system, my anxiety will decrease and I will thrive in life. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Zendaya is a role model for everyone to look up to including myself. Zendaya is like the real-life Barbie, she shows her audience that you can be relatable and can make you feel like you're not alone in this world. Zendaya, out of all the careers she's done, one thing I can admire profoundly is her fashion game. When it comes to movies she's in or events like the MetGala, she always stays in theme and or in character. When it came to Spider-man: No Way Home, in interviews she wore outfits that matched each of the supervillains that Spider-man was up against, and it really showed how passionate she is about her projects. As an ex-Disney star, she started in acting then started her own career and broke the cycle of Disney children being traumatized from their childhood. Today, She become an icon that everyone loves to listen to. In conclusion, the reason why I admire Zendaya so much is that she is humble in what she has and has put in the effort to do what she can in her career whether it was standing up for black lives or giving a stunning performance as an actor, Zendaya can do it all.

Listening to music has always made my day better in so many different ways. Artists like Sabrina Carpenter can make you feel like you're not alone in this world. Sabrina is a woman who creates art and inspires so many people like myself to follow their dreams. Not only is Sabrina's music a banger to listen to but her personal story into how she got to where she is today is inspiring. As an ex-Disney star, she started in acting then started her music career and broke the cycle of Disney children being traumatized from their childhood. Today, She become a pop icon that everyone loves to listen to. The reason why I love her music so much is because she tells a story in each of her songs from her own experience and her music videos always coordinate with each other and tell a story from start to finish which is always enjoyable to see. It's like hunting for lore that can help the audience really understand the story better. In conclusion, Sabrina Carpenter is a leader who has impacted my life and taught me to never give up on my dreams cause you never know when your big break will come.

Listening to music has always made my day better in so many different ways. Artists like Chappell Roan can make you feel like you're not alone in this world. Chappell Roan is a woman who creates art and inspires so many people like myself to follow their dreams. Not only is Chappell Roan's music a banger to listen to but her personal story into how she got to where she is today is inspiring. She put in the hard work to build her career from scratch, starting off with doing YouTube covers, then having to put her first album on hold and finally releasing it years later for everyone to enjoy, all of that takes perseverance. The fact that she started making covers and then upgraded to being a backup singer for Olivia Rodrigo is amazing, and now she has her name out there. The reason why I love her music so much is because she tells a story in each of her songs from her own experience and hardships in life to becoming a legendary LGBTQ+ icon that everyone can relate to no matter their sexuality. In conclusion, Chappell Roan is a leader who has impacted my life and taught me to never give up on my dreams cause you never know when your big break will come.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. It did not matter what medium it was like, painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new, I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. To achieve my dreams, I would like to attend college, school has always been a journey that can enhance my identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. The college will also improve my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance and access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of your comfort zone and will expose students to enhanced experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called SCAD. I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital art. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, and promoting diversity. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Writing overall has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. As well as increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial expressions to become more realistic. In the following two years of my attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, school would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer, like connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. It did not matter what medium it was like, painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new, I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. To achieve my dreams, I would like to attend college, school has always been a journey that can enhance my identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. The college will also improve my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance and access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of your comfort zone and will expose students to enhanced experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called SCAD. I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. As well as increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial expressions to become more realistic. In the following two years of my attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, school would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer, like connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. It did not matter what medium it was like, painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new, I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. To achieve my dreams, I would like to attend college, school has always been a journey that can enhance my identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. The college will also improve my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance and access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of your comfort zone and will expose students to enhanced experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called SCAD. I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital art. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, and promoting diversity. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Writing overall has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. As well as increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial expressions to become more realistic. In the following two years of my attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, success is living my dream career, and due to school it would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer, like connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. From my hobbies I have learned that i'm passionate about art. Throughout my high school year I have seen teen motherhood and from what I notice, I realized that not everyone has the same experience in life and that I am very privileged in what Iv'e accomplished in life. To achieve my dreams, I would like to attend college, school has always been a journey that can enhance my identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. The college will also improve my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance and access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of your comfort zone and will expose students to enhanced experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called SCAD. I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. As well as increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial expressions to become more realistic. In the following two years of my attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, motherhood is a experience that can help you grow as an individual and through college when I meet different people with different backgrounds, through my craft I want mothers to know that they're not alone in there journey. Thanks to school, it would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer, like connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. It did not matter what medium it was like, painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new, I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. To achieve my dreams, I would like to attend college, school has always been a journey that can enhance my identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. The college will also improve my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance and access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of your comfort zone and will expose students to enhanced experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called SCAD. I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital art. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, and promoting diversity. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Writing overall has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. As well as increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial expressions to become more realistic. In the following two years of my attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my plans for the future is living my dream career, and due to school it would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer, like connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. My mother who is a single mother has always been my rock. She has impacted my education and sacrificed so much for me to live my life with becoming an artist and attending my dream school. To achieve my dreams, I would like to attend college, school has always been a journey that can enhance my identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. Due to my mother my life goals has enhanced by amplified how college will improve my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance and access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of your comfort zone and will expose students to enhanced experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called SCAD. I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital art. Not only have my mother helped my artistic skills but learn how to be my own boss. My mom is an entrepreneur herself and she has taught me many things about running your own business. In the following two years of my attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, my mom contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and has help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer, like connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. It did not matter what medium it was like, painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new, I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. To achieve my dreams, I would like to attend college, school has always been a journey that can enhance my identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. The college will also improve my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance and access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies..This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called SCAD. I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital art. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, and promoting diversity. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Writing overall has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. As well as increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial expressions to become more realistic. In the following two years of my attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, success is living my dream career, and due to school it would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer, like connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

Success to me is living my dream career as an illustrator, as, a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. It did not matter what medium it was like, painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new, I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. To achieve my dreams, I would like to attend college, school has always been a journey that can enhance my identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. The college will also improve my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance and access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of your comfort zone and will expose students to enhanced experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. This fall I will be enrolled in an art college called SCAD. I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital art. As stated before the following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, and promoting diversity. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Writing overall has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am striving for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. As well as increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial expressions to become more realistic. In the following two years of my attending college, I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, success is living my dream career, and due to school it would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer, like connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me and my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. The following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating to me has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Art has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, different beliefs, and showing diversity. Creative writing just like Illustrating has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am hoping for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. As well as increasing my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial expressions to become more realistic. In the following 2 years after I get my degree I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will adapt to becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, attending college would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer such as connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

College has always been a journey that can enhance your identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. The college will also enhance my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance as well as access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of your comfort zone and will expose students to enhanced experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. In the following years, I would like to enroll in an art college called SCAD. Where I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital illustrations. The following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating to me has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, diversity, and character interactions between one another. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Creative writing has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am hoping for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. I will increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial impressions more realistically. The college will be an introduction to my adulthood and independence. I will be managing tasks like cooking, cleaning, and budgeting all on my own which is something I am excited about. In the following 2 years after I get my degree I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, attending college would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer such as connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, iv'e always loved reading, specifically graphic novels and due to the reading world I have become passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments when anxiety overwhelms me. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. From reading books I study about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings. Practicing and experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and decided that a passion project that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill, reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild and gave me somewhat of an escape from reality. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. Throughout the years I have enhanced my artistic skills and creative writing to get to the point where I am thrilled to have some grasp of how I want my story to be perceived by my audience. In conclusion, this book series will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. Promoting this book will gain a wider audience who enjoys modern fantasy graphic novels and give people a sense of self through environments and characteristics. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments when anxiety overwhelms me. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics. Practicing and experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and decided that a passion project that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill, reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild and gave me somewhat of an escape from reality. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. Throughout the years I have enhanced my art skills and creative writing to get to the point where I am thrilled to have some grasp of how I want my story to be perceived by my audience. In conclusion, this book series will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. Promoting this book will gain a wider audience who enjoys modern fantasy graphic novels and give people a sense of self through environments and characteristics. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments when anxiety overwhelms me. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics. Practicing and experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and decided that a passion project that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill, reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild and gave me somewhat of an escape from reality. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. Throughout the years I have enhanced my art skills and creative writing to get to the point where I am thrilled to have some grasp of how I want my story to be perceived by my audience. In conclusion, this scholarship would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, it will enhance my understanding to explore everything the art world has to offer such as connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments when anxiety overwhelms me. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings. Practicing and experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and decided that a passion project that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill, reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild and gave me somewhat of an escape from reality. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. Throughout the years I have enhanced my art skills and creative writing to get to the point where I am thrilled to have some grasp of how I want my story to be perceived by my audience. In conclusion, this book series will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. Promoting this book will gain a wider audience who enjoys modern fantasy graphic novels and give people a sense of self through environments and characteristics. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone.

“Keep Moving Forward”, that is what my teacher Mr.Fischetti always said to me. Throughout my high school years in some way I always ended back in Mr.F’s classes time and time again. Mr.Fisch was the type of person everyone knew and loved, including myself. From his classes I learned so much about the world, and the environment we lived in. Due to him, I also learned how to be my own person and get out of my comfort zone. Mr.Fisch was the class of 2024 representative, who started as a young boy in the Howard County system at Laurel Woods Elementary School and graduated from Reservoir High School. Through connections and hard work, he got his teacher licenses and went straight back to Reservoir to teach the next generation for the past 10 years. Mr.Fischetti was the teacher who encouraged me to take my artistic skills to the next level, not only that but he gave such good advice. In my junior year, I was going through a rough time with friends and he has taught me that the right people will come into your life when you least expect it, and things will get better. Not only was he a great guy to talk to about personal issues but he was relatable in many ways like his love for marvel especially spider-man. Mr.Fisch is such a goofy, reliable, and generous man, to the point a lot of students were inspired and happy to have him as a teacher. Overall, my high school years weren't easy to say the least but because of Mr.Fischetti my school life became a little easier. Even though he was my teacher, he became a friend that I could rely on. We have gotten close to the point that I became his student aid during my senior year, and I can say proudly that it was so much fun! Mr.Fischetti has impacted my life to the point he encouraged me to really make my love for art a job, and apply to my dream college SCAD, which i did and got accepted. As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation.Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments when anxiety overwhelms me. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. In conclusion, Mr.Fischetti made a place like Reservoir special, and I will dearly miss him. But I know and he knows that I will do great things in the world, even though my senior year was short, I can say with pride and respect that Mr.Fisch will change and improve my high school for the better. In his own words, we must keep moving forward, because we never know what life has planned for us.

College has always been a journey that can enhance your identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. The college will also enhance my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance as well as access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of my comfort zone and will expose me to enhanced experiences that will give myself the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. In the following years, I would like to enroll in an art college called SCAD. Where I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital illustrations. The following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating to me has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, diversity, and characters through world-building and character interactions between one another. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Creative writing has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am hoping for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. I will increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial impressions more realistically. The college will be an introduction to my adulthood and independence. I will be managing tasks like cooking, cleaning, and budgeting all on my own which is something I am excited about. In the following 2 years after I get my degree I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, attending college would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer such as connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

College has always been a journey that can enhance your identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. Attending college will also enhance my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance as well as access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies.Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments when anxiety overwhelms me. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of your comfort zone and will expose me to an enhanced experiences that will give me the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. In the following years, I would like to enroll in an art college called SCAD. Where I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital illustrations. The following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating to me has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, diversity, and characters through world-building and character interactions between one another. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Creative writing has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings. Practicing and Experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and decided that a passion project that I want to promote in the near future is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill, reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild and gave me somewhat of an escape from reality. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. Throughout the years I have enhanced my art skills and creative writing to get to the point where I am thrilled to have some grasp of how I want my story to be perceived by my audience. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am hoping for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. I will increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial impressions more realistically. The college will be an introduction to my adulthood and independence. I will be managing tasks like cooking, cleaning, and budgeting all on my own which is something I am excited about. In the following 2 years after I get my degree I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, attending college would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer such as connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

College has always been a journey that can enhance your identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. The college will also enhance my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance as well as access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of your comfort zone and will expose students to enhanced experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. In the following years, I would like to enroll in an art college called SCAD. Where I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital illustrations. The following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating to me has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, diversity, and characters through worldbuilding and character interactions between one another. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Creative writing has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am hoping for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. I will increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial impressions more realistically. The college will be an introduction to my adulthood and independence. I will be managing tasks like cooking, cleaning, and budgeting all on my own which is something I am excited about. In the following 2 years after I get my degree I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, attending college would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer such as connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

My original goal behind this art piece was about relationships. This project was guided by the inquiry question, how can I coney relationships throughout the years with characters. I wanted to answer that question by making the characters become more lively and foreshadow how slowly a person's relationship can become more toxic overtime.To make this artwork more interesting I decided to make it the relationship feel more toxic and added different mediums to add foreshadowing of betrayal and pain through the flowers which are pink dahlia, a toxic flower that stops the heart and also put thorns around my subject to establish the plain in how beautiful a relationship can become sour.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art.The world around me and people has inspired me in so many ways, A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, characteristics and settings, all of these come into play. Practicing and Experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and passion project that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, as we follow her journey. Through the people I meet and where I live, this story wouldn't be a thought without them. In conclusion, this book series will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. Promoting this book will gain a wider audience who enjoys modern fantasy graphic novels and give people a sense of self through environments and characteristics. This book will also show how much the world has inspired me on how much the environment and the people you meet along the way can truly build character.As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone.

My name is Caliya Williams,college has always been a journey that can enhance your identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. The college will also enhance my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance as well as access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of your comfort zone and will expose students to enhanced experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. In the following years, I would like to enroll in an art college called SCAD. Where I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital illustrations. The following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating to me has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, diversity, and characters through world-building and character interactions between one another. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Creative writing has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am hoping for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. I will increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial impressions more realistically. The college will be an introduction to my adulthood and independence. I will be managing tasks like cooking, cleaning, and budgeting all on my own which is something I am excited about. In the following 2 years after I get my degree I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, attending college would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer such as connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation on how to better my skills. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. Through connections, I encountered Kennedy Ringgold, a young artist who was making her mark in the art and music industry. Kennedy has taught me brand new traditional and digital techniques that have developed my artistic skills in many different ways and expanded my further understanding of Illustration. Her mentorship improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, diversity, world-building and character interactions between one another. Kennedy also contributed to helping me understand the business side of becoming an entrepreneur by furthering my education in how to handle finances, marketing yourself on social media, and motivating yourself to do what you love as a career. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, and how I can communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings. Practicing and Experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through personal expression in my work. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration in what Kennedy taught me and decided that a passion project that I want to promote in the near future is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. In conclusion, Kennedy has contributed to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies, connections, independence, and business offers. My graphic novel would not be a thought without Kennedy's teaching and mentorship. Now through her, I now know what goes into a book start to finish, and what key aspects to make your story pop. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children from my art journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist in more ways then one.

My name is Caliya Williams, I attended Reservoir High School and this fall, I will be attending Savannah College of Art and Design. The following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating to me has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, diversity, characters and world-building. Through my artistic skills, to raise mental health awareness, I wanna gain awareness of the pros and cons of mental health has in store through storytelling and creating relatable characters who struggle with the same aspects as people in real life do. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and decided that a passion project that of mine that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. Writing this book has been a thrill, reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild and gave me somewhat of an escape from reality. From this graphic novel I would explore different concepts of mental health through my main characters like Charli. For example, just like me and many others in life, she struggles with social anxiety and, through her I want my audience to feel like they can relate to her and who she is as an individual. This book series will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. Promoting this book will gain a wider audience who enjoys modern fantasy graphic novels and give people a sense of self through environments and characteristics. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the ones who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone no matter what they go through. In conclusion, attending college would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer such as connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Understanding the importance of mental health will, improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments when anxiety overwhelms me. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. The following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating to me has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, diversity, and characters through worldbuilding and character interactions between one another. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Creative writing has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me be not only fun, but also joyful, and self-expressive. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am hoping for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. I will increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial impressions more realistically. The college will be an introduction to my adulthood and independence. I will be managing tasks like cooking, cleaning, and budgeting all on my own which is something I am excited about. In the following 2 years after I get my degree I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, attending college would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer such as connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always loved story telling video games. As I have learned throughout the years, video games are just like a sense of art, a way to tell a story from beginning to end and, that's what the game Life is Strange did for me. I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art and video games has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling because of the games I play, I think to myself how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings? Practicing and Experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and decided that a passion project that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. All of this work wouldn't been a thought in my mind without video games being in my life. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. Throughout the years I have enhanced my art skills and creative writing to get to the point where I am thrilled to have some grasp of how I want my story to be perceived by my audience. In conclusion, this book series will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. Promoting this book will gain a wider audience who enjoys modern fantasy stories and give people a sense of self through environments and characteristics. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulting and know that they’re not alone just like playing video games did for me.

Throughout my senior year in high school, I was involved in the leadership program, most importantly the aesthetics committee. As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout my time on the aesthetics committee, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments when anxiety overwhelms me. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings. Practicing and Experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration with my time in leadership and decided that a passion project that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. However, I have learned from trial and error and the help from my friends on my committee that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience just like how working as a team takes time, dedication, and patience that many individuals go through nonstop. Throughout the years I have enhanced my art skills and creative writing to get to the point where I am thrilled to have some grasp of how I want my story to be perceived by my audience. In conclusion, this book series will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. Promoting this book will gain a wider audience who enjoys modern fantasy graphic novels and give people a sense of self through environments and characteristics. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that as a community they’re not the only ones who go through the hardships of adulting and know that they’re not alone.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation on how to better my skills. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. Through connections, I encountered Kennedy Ringgold, a young artist who was making her mark in the art and music industry. Kennedy has taught me brand new traditional and digital techniques that have developed my artistic skills in many different ways and expanded my further understanding of Illustration. Her mentorship improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, diversity, world-building and character interactions between one another. Kennedy also contributed to helping me understand the business side of becoming an entrepreneur by furthering my education in how to handle finances, marketing yourself on social media, and motivating yourself to do what you love as a career. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, and how I can communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings. Practicing and Experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through personal expression in my work. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration in what Kennedy taught me and decided that a passion project that I want to promote in the near future is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. In conclusion, Kennedy has contributed to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies, connections, independence, and business offers. My graphic novel would not be a thought without Kennedy's teaching and mentorship. Now through her, I now know what goes into a book start to finish, and what key aspects to make your story pop. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children from my art journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist in more ways then one.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation on how to better my skills. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. Through connections, I encountered Kennedy Ringgold, a young artist who was making her mark in the art industry. Kennedy has taught me brand new traditional and digital techniques that have developed my artistic skills in many different ways and expanded my further understanding of Illustration. Her mentorship improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, diversity, world-building and character interactions between one another. Kennedy also contributed to helping me understand the business side of becoming an entrepreneur by furthering my education in how to handle finances and motivating yourself to do what you love as a career. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, and how I can communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings. Practicing and Experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through personal expression in my work. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration in what Kennedy taught me and decided that a passion project that I want to promote in the near future is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. In conclusion, Kennedy has contributed to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies, connections, independence, and business offers. Being under Kennedy was a thrill and because of her, I now know that creating art is something I wanna do with my life. My graphic novel would never be a thought without Kennedy's help and teaching me on what goes into a book start to finish. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments when anxiety overwhelms me. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings. Practicing and Experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and decided that a passion project that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill, reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild and gave me somewhat of an escape from reality. Charli’s personality is like mine, generous and sweet. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. Throughout the years I have enhanced my art skills and creative writing to get to the point where I am thrilled to have some grasp of how I want my story to be perceived by my audience. In conclusion, this book series will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. Promoting this book will gain a wider audience who enjoys modern fantasy graphic novels and give people a sense of self through environments and characteristics. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art and love novels. For me, it did not matter what I read or what art I made but what I could create when I put two and two together. Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments when anxiety overwhelms me. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive to achieve my endeavors. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings. Practicing and Experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and decided that a passion project that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill, reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild and gave me somewhat of an escape from reality. Charli’s personality is like mine, generous and sweet. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. Through picture books they've have helped, learn that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. Throughout the years I have enhanced my art skills and creative writing to get to the point where I am thrilled to have some grasp of how I want my story to be perceived by my audience. In conclusion, this book series will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. Promoting this book will gain a wider audience who enjoys modern fantasy graphic novels and give people a sense of self through environments and characteristics. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments when anxiety overwhelms me. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings. Practicing and Experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and decided that a passion project that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill, reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild and gave me somewhat of an escape from reality. Charli’s personality is like mine, generous and sweet. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. Throughout the years I have enhanced my art skills and creative writing to get to the point where I am thrilled to have some grasp of how I want my story to be perceived by my audience. In conclusion, this book series will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. Promoting this book will gain a wider audience who enjoys modern fantasy graphic novels and give people a sense of self through environments and characteristics. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone.

As a young woman, who's never been in the foster system, I've have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments and has shown me how I can give back to my community. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings. Practicing and Experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and decided that a passion project that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill, reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild and gave me somewhat of an escape from reality. Charli’s personality is like mine, generous and sweet. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. Throughout the years this book has shown me how I can give back to my community through storytelling and to show how thrilled I am to have some grasp of how I want my story to be perceived by my audience. In conclusion, this book series will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. Promoting this book will gain a wider audience who enjoys modern fantasy graphic novels and give people a sense of self through environments and characteristics. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. Through connections, I encountered Kennedy, a young artist who was making her mark in the art industry. Kennedy has taught me brand new traditional and digital techniques that has developed my artistic skills in many different ways and, expanded my further understanding of Illustration . Her mentorship, improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, diversity, world building and character interactions between one another. Kennedy also contributed to helping me understand the business side of becoming an entrepreneur with helping me further my education in how to handle finances and motivating yourself to do what you love as a career. In conclusion, Kennedy has contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies, connections, and independence, learning new techniques, and business offers. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

College has always been a journey that can enhance your identity and perspective through skills, and future opportunities. The college will also enhance my portfolio development through dedicated time and guidance as well as access to structured education, knowledge, and skills relevant to my studies. Going to school will also become a cultural experience with getting out of your comfort zone and will expose students to enhanced experiences that will give people the advantage of perspective and understanding of the world. In the following years, I would like to enroll in an art college called SCAD. Where I can dive deeper into my artistic skills through self-expression and creativity in different mediums such as traditional, painting, and digital illustrations. The following field of study that I would like to study is Illustration and minor in creative writing. Illustrating to me has enhanced my imagination through understanding scenes, characters, and or creative concepts in appealing ways. Creating art-like illustrations has also improved my storytelling skills by conveying complex ideas, diversity, and characters through worldbuilding and character interactions between one another. Creative writing just like illustrating has given me a new sense of imagination through creating fictional worlds, characters, and scenarios. Creative writing has also made me think about plot structures and planning the plot carefully including key events, conflicts, and resolutions. Writing and art have both helped me understand the depth, meaning, and enjoyment of art. When I attend SCAD the experience that I am hoping for is learning how to improve my art skills with understanding the complexities of the human body with anatomy classes. I will increase my understanding of how fabric interacts with the human body and create my character's facial impressions more realistically. The college will be an introduction to my adulthood and independence. I will be managing tasks like cooking, cleaning, and budgeting all on my own which is something I am excited about. In the following 2 years after I get my degree I would like to run my own business and sell my art on my website to generate income. I will study the art of becoming a self-sufficient business owner through consistency, discipline, and great relationships, putting myself in the correct environments to succeed. Being a business owner would also make me feel satisfied and fulfilled in my journey knowing that what I have built has come from me and my knowledge. In conclusion, attending college would contribute to my ongoing self-growth journey and will help me achieve my future goals through my academic studies and independence. Furthermore, SCAD will enhance my growth and help me continue to explore everything the art world has to offer such as connections, learning new techniques, and business offers. Ultimately, using these techniques will improve my art pieces through storytelling and different fundamental key components that will enhance my artwork as a collective. This scholarship represents not just financial support but also helps me help my family continue to create generational wealth and create a blueprint that I will leave behind for my children in my journey to becoming a self-sufficient artist.

As a young woman, I have always wondered what I wanted with my future. As I have learned throughout the years, I am passionate about creating art. For me, it did not matter what medium it was like painting, digital, or sketching, but if it was something new I was willing to learn through practice and experimentation. Creating art has always been something an important factor in my life that has always brought me peace in intense moments when anxiety overwhelms me. Furthermore, throughout my art journey creating illustrations is not only fun, but joyful, and self-expressive. When I create something new, I think about what specific topics that I want others to see in my art. A factor that I always take into consideration is storytelling, how can I communicate different beliefs, diversity, personal experiences, and characteristics through different characters and settings. Practicing and Experimenting has also helped me create a balance to refine my skills while also exploring new possibilities and pushing creative boundaries through creativity, refined techniques, and personal expression. Furthermore, I took all of these aspects into consideration and decided that a passion project that I want to promote is my graphic novel story, What Lies Underneath. My story, What Lies Underneath follows a young adult named Charli Willows, Charli finds an envelope from a hidden enchanted school named Willows Creek University. As she goes through life, she discovers hidden secrets and mysteries from the school. Making new friends and foes, we follow her journey. I have been working on this story for over 2 years now and seeing it come to light is a big dream of mine. Writing this book has been a thrill, reading fantasy books has always helped my imagination run wild and gave me somewhat of an escape from reality. Charli’s personality is like mine, generous and sweet. Throughout the book series, I want Charli’s confidence and self-worth to grow just like mine has over the years. I thought creating a book would be simple but as I started working on it, I realized that there is a lot that goes into it, it is not just a simple beginning, middle, and end. But I have learned from trial and error that making a full book takes dedication, patience, and life experience that many individuals go through nonstop. Throughout the years I have enhanced my art skills and creative writing to get to the point where I am thrilled to have some grasp of how I want my story to be perceived by my audience. In conclusion, this book series will show the growing pains of adapting to a new environment and coming into your own identity. Promoting this book will gain a wider audience who enjoys modern fantasy graphic novels and give people a sense of self through environments and characteristics. As a result, people will see themselves in these characters and understand that they are not the one who goes through the hardships of adulating and know that they’re not alone.