Hobbies and interests
Animation
Cinematography
Foreign Languages
Game Design and Development
Movies And Film
Music
Spending Time With Friends and Family
Teaching
Art
Reading
Adventure
Novels
Mystery
Science Fiction
Fantasy
Historical
I read books multiple times per month
Natalia Robles
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WinnerBio
Hello, I'm Natalia Robles.
I am deeply passionate about animation and aspire to contribute to the creative processes in film and game design. I recently reached a significant milestone by being accepted into the selective animation department of my dream school. Now, I am diligently working to secure the funds needed to pursue this incredible opportunity.
Creativity and continuous learning are central to my life. In my free time, I enjoy honing my skills and spending quality time with my family. As a proud member of a Mexican immigrant family, I am honored to be the fifth first-generation college student among my six siblings.
My grandpa's wisdom, "If you are going to do something, do it to the best of your ability," is a principle I hold dear. Whether it's a simple task like tidying up the house or an important endeavor like applying for scholarships, I strive to do my personal best. I embrace failure as a part of the learning and growth process, and I am committed to personal improvement.
Education
North Star Academy
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Majors of interest:
- Design and Applied Arts
- Film/Video and Photographic Arts
- Fine and Studio Arts
- Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management
Career
Dream career field:
Animation
Dream career goals:
Assistant Drama Coach
Arch Co-Op2023 – 20241 yearGuest Experiences Associate
Grants Farm STL2024 – Present9 monthsGrade school art teacher
Arch Co-op2023 – 20241 yearFront Counter Team Member
Chick-fl-a2022 – 20231 year
Sports
Climbing
Club2022 – 20231 year
Arts
Arch Co-Op
Computer Art2023 – PresentArch Co-Op
Acting2023 – PresentVisual Arts Club
Visual Arts2022 – 2023
Public services
Volunteering
Pauline Books and Media — To help The Daughters of St. Paul as they host their yearly events2017 – PresentVolunteering
Kids of Victory — I lead multiple groups of kids ages 7-13 through a highly active Bible camp.2018 – PresentVolunteering
VBS — Vacation Bible School leader2023 – PresentVolunteering
Trash for Trees — To clean up trash, count it and planting trees in its place.2023 – PresentVolunteering
Great Rivers Greenway — To clean up the trash in the near by rivers for a better, cleaner environment.2022 – Present
Future Interests
Advocacy
Volunteering
Philanthropy
Entrepreneurship
Hilda Klinger Memorial Scholarship
WinnerBecoming an artist was always in my blood. I can't remember a specific time when art struck me; it has just always been there. One of my earliest memories was sneaking into my grandparents' basement, past the 20-gallon fish tank, and through a small wooden door into my grandpa's painting room. The moment you walked in, you were immediately struck by the smells of acrylic paint and turpentine. It was a humble room with hand-built wooden shelves and paintings filling every inch of the walls. In the middle of the tight space stood a little easel with his current painting. I would marvel at his progress and get so excited to see it finished.
While everyone else was trying sports, math, and dance in grade school, I was devoting countless hours to art. I was so invested in my improvement that I quit all extracurricular activities, wanting to spend every minute creating. Over the years, I explored pottery, painting, drawing, and animating, but I never strayed far from the arts. I never grew out of that drive.
When I was still in grade school, my grandpa pulled me aside and gifted me some of his paint supplies (I had only been drawing with pencils before this). He told me he noticed how much I loved doing art. He was proud of me and wanted to see what I could create. As someone I look up to in so many different aspects, I was absolutely beaming. My creative bone came from him and will always remind me of him, even though he passed away a year ago. For the inspiration he gave me and the support he showed, my grandpa is my favorite artist.
Like Hilda Klinger, my grandpa never had the opportunity to attend art school—or even finish grade school. As an immigrant, my grandpa raised his seven children in a country he didn't know. He had a lot of responsibility but never gave up on art. His paintings were of simple towns and seascapes. His signature elements were cranes and lighthouses, which he just loved to include and I love to point out in real life.
My grandpa's dedication to his art, despite his challenges, mirrors Hilda Klinger's own journey and passion. Stories like these inspire me to pursue my dream of becoming a professional artist, despite hardships. This scholarship would provide me with the financial support I need to follow in their footsteps and continue to grow as an artist. Thank you for considering my application for the Hilda Klinger Memorial Scholarship.