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Fred Shaw

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Hobbies & Interests

  • Graphic Design
  • Fashion

Reading

  • Self-Help
  • Business

I read books multiple times a week.

Bio

Hello, I’m Fredo! I'm a 20-year-old creative graphic designer studying fine arts at Loyola University New Orleans with other experiences in film and photography. I'm using Bold.org as a beneficial way for me to stay connected with others and potentially earn scholarships!

Education

Loyola University New Orleans

Bachelor's degree program

2022 – 2026

Majors:
  • Graphic Communications
GPA3.6 GPA

Cypress Falls High School

High School

2018 – 2022

GPA3.8 GPA

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Majors of interest:
Graphic Communications
Medical school interest:
No

Career

  • Graphic Design

    Design · The Collective Student-Run Design Firm

    Jan 2024 – Jan 2025

  • Assistant Art Director

    Graphic Design · The Collective Student-Run Design Firm

    Jan 2024 – Present

  • Freelance (Self-Employed)

    Graphic Design · Fredo Designss

    Jan 2018 – Present

  • Freelance

    Graphic Design · FCMAS - FCMAS (Faith-Centered Music Artist Society)

    Jan 2020 – Jan 2022

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Graphic Design
Dream career goals:
Creative Director
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Volunteering
  • Entrepreneurship
Student Life Photography Scholarship
Bold Art Matters Scholarship
My favorite art piece is Les Amants by René Magritte; 1928. The Les Amants is an art piece that illustrates the style known as surrealism. Surrealism is a cultural movement that developed in Europe in the aftermath of World War I which aims to revolutionize human experience. It balances a rational vision of life with one that asserts the power of the unconscious and dreams. Surrealism art is my favorite type of artwork. Actually, I’m a graphic designer who uses the given style. On the graphic side of artistry, it’s called photo manipulation. Photo manipulation involves the transformation or alteration of a photograph using various methods and techniques to achieve desired results. The usage of this style has been around for decades to convey and manipulate perspectives towards viewers which is needed for the multiple industries to attract individuals. However, Les Amants is very mysterious piece. It leaves the viewer in thought to create its own narrative of the painting. Creatively well thought with details such as highlights, shadows and the contrast which made the artwork ridiculously realistic.
Endeavor Design Scholarship
Winner
Designing inspiration was an influential tool to generate motivation for me. Looking up to notable artists like Keith Haring, Michael Basquiat, Andy Warhol, and others who define themselves differently in the industry is memorizing. Knowing that acquiring creativity is a necessity tool to become a successful artist, we often need hope towards that perspective. On the other hand, since art is very expressive visually, it’ll tap into people's hearts as fast as sound. Summarizing from my early-life story, the journey around elementary school prior to the beginning of high school was going through a turmoil. Having the dream of playing professional basketball was dying slowly while trying to obtain self-motivation to make something arise from the muddle. However, there was a lack of confidence observing within me. During these occasions, I would draw to escape feelings of anxiety. In fact, majority of the time will be basketball related drawings which felt relieving. Once I’ve explored other art projects outside of drawing, delight started to surface. Instantly, recognizing and creating art became my personal therapy. About three plus years of producing designs, one of things that kept me going was the inspiration from others. I’ve in constructed various of projects with business officials, athletes, artists, and more. I’m an upcoming African American graphic designer who’s willing to help everybody. From, local businesses to children who have an interest for fine arts. Believing that someone can make a difference for somebody in the world with one artwork at a time is powerful.
Freddie L Brown Sr. Scholarship
This given artwork is a photo manipulation. Photo manipulation involves the transformation or alteration of a photograph using various methods and techniques to achieve desired results. The usage of the style has been around for years to convey and manipulate perspectives towards viewers. Most often used to display fake news. The meaning behind this composition is the irony of the notable sport, boxing. Some individuals replace the saying of “fist-fighting” to “box.” Nothing fits better than somebody that is about to box boxes. Made in Photoshop.
Fred Shaw Student Profile | Bold.org