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Sarah Shepherd

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General information

Hobbies & Interests

  • Reading
  • Painting and Studio Art
  • Drawing And Illustration
  • Singing
  • Photography and Photo Editing
  • Art
  • Poetry
  • Education
  • Graphic Design
  • Woodworking
  • Self Care

Reading

  • Art
  • Adult Fiction

I read books multiple times a month.

Bio

During the freshman year of my degree, I was hired as a woodshop monitor at Herron School of Art which is where I completely fell in love with wood, its properties, and the community surrounding the field of woodworking. My work is influenced by my personal emotions more than anything, but I try to be as considerate as I can about the planet and the universe around me while I create my art. The decisions I make are heavily influenced by my aspirations and designs drawn in my sketchbooks. Wood and paint are the materials I use the most, but I enjoy drawing and other materials as well. I love to raise awareness about our planet’s most difficult issues such as global warming, animal extinction, pollution, violence, racism, hunger, poverty, mental health, and the human condition, etc. My current work is inspired by mental health, processing emotions, and political issues in America. Being a genderfluid, pansexual person who grew up in a community that’s not very accepting of others, the political issues are affecting me personally in a specific way so I’m doing my best to process my emotions through my art. A type of art therapy for everyone to enjoy with me. - Sarah Elizabeth Dawn Shepherd

Education

Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis

Bachelor's degree program

2017 – 2021

Majors:
  • Furniture Design and Manufacturing

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Master's degree program
Graduate schools of interest:
Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis
Majors of interest:
Furniture Design and Manufacturing, Sculpture, Environmental Design/Architecture, Interior Design, Design and Applied Arts, Other

Career

  • Groundskeeper

    Zoo Maintenance · Indianapolis Zoo

    Jan 2021 – Present

  • Detassler

    Farming · Jackson Seeds

    Jan 2014 – Jan 2014

  • Street Crew

    Facilities Services · City of Greensburg

    Jan 2018 – Jan 2019

  • Seasonal

    Retail · Rural King

    Jan 2018 – Jan 2018

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Arts
Dream career goals:
Creative Director
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Advocacy
  • Politics
  • Volunteering
  • Philanthropy
Finesse Your Education's "The College Burnout" Scholarship
"Kismet" 1. https://youtu.be/fNkPOLpQjlw - "On my Own" by Jaden 2. https://youtu.be/ML8Yq1Rd6I0 - "Waves" by Kanye West 3. https://youtu.be/Xv9InPzAYbA - "Cradles" by Sub Urban 4. https://youtu.be/s1-D8UOq7iA - "The Adventures of Moon Man & Slim Shady" by Kid Cudi and Eminem 5. https://youtu.be/gdMFKklFqkg - "Here Comes a Thought" by Steven Universe Music 6. https://youtu.be/YuHdkSj5nGc - "Lost Boy" Ruth B. 7. https://youtu.be/pD7H2hE8YD0 - "Ultimately" by Khai Dreams
Terry Crews "Creative Courage" Scholarship
https://slwatermelons.wixsite.com/website I want to protect nature and inspire others to care for our world.
Mental Health Movement Scholarship
Artist’s Statement During my freshman year of my degree, I was hired as a woodshop monitor at Herron School of Art which is where I completely fell in love with wood, it’s properties, and the community surrounding the field of woodworking. My work is influenced by my personal emotions more than anything, but I try to be as considerate as I can about the planet and the universe around me while I create my art. The decisions I make are heavily influenced by my aspirations and designs drawn in my sketchbooks. Wood and paint are the materials I use the most, but I enjoy drawing and other materials as well. I love to raise awareness about our planet’s most difficult issues such as global warming, animal extinction, pollution, violence, racism, hunger, poverty, mental health, and the human condition, etc. My current work is inspired by mental health, processing emotions, and political issues in America. Being a genderfluid, pansexual person who grew up in a community that’s not very accepting of others, the political issues are affecting me personally in a specific way so I’m doing my best to process my emotions through my art. A type of art therapy for everyone to enjoy with me. - Sarah Elizabeth Dawn Shepherd Instagram: SLWatermelons Website: https://slwatermelons.wixsite.com/website
Unicorn Scholarship
Artist’s Statement During my freshman year of my degree, I was hired as a woodshop monitor at Herron School of Art which is where I completely fell in love with wood, it’s properties, and the community surrounding the field of woodworking. My work is influenced by my personal emotions more than anything, but I try to be as considerate as I can about the planet and the universe around me while I create my art. The decisions I make are heavily influenced by my aspirations and designs drawn in my sketchbooks. Wood and paint are the materials I use the most, but I enjoy drawing and other materials as well. I love to raise awareness about our planet’s most difficult issues such as global warming, animal extinction, pollution, violence, racism, hunger, poverty, mental health, and the human condition, etc. My current work is inspired by mental health, processing emotions, and political issues in America. Being a genderfluid, pansexual person who grew up in a community that’s not very accepting of others, the political issues are affecting me personally in a specific way so I’m doing my best to process my emotions through my art. A type of art therapy for everyone to enjoy with me. - Sarah Elizabeth Dawn Shepherd Instagram: SLWatermelons Website: https://slwatermelons.wixsite.com/website
JuJu Foundation Scholarship
Artist’s Statement During my freshman year of my degree, I was hired as a woodshop monitor at Herron School of Art which is where I completely fell in love with wood, it’s properties, and the community surrounding the field of woodworking. My work is influenced by my personal emotions more than anything, but I try to be as considerate as I can about the planet and the universe around me while I create my art. The decisions I make are heavily influenced by my aspirations and designs drawn in my sketchbooks. Wood and paint are the materials I use the most, but I enjoy drawing and other materials as well. I love to raise awareness about our planet’s most difficult issues such as global warming, animal extinction, pollution, violence, racism, hunger, poverty, mental health, and the human condition, etc. My current work is inspired by mental health, processing emotions, and political issues in America. Being a genderfluid, pansexual person who grew up in a community that’s not very accepting of others, the political issues are affecting me personally in a specific way so I’m doing my best to process my emotions through my art. A type of art therapy for everyone to enjoy with me. - Sarah Elizabeth Dawn Shepherd Instagram: SLWatermelons Website: https://slwatermelons.wixsite.com/website
LGBTQIA Arts and Personal Development Scholarship
Artist’s Statement During the freshman year of my degree, I was hired as a woodshop monitor at Herron School of Art which is where I completely fell in love with wood, its properties, and the community surrounding the field of woodworking. My work is influenced by my personal emotions more than anything, but I try to be as considerate as I can about the planet and the universe around me while I create my art. The decisions I make are heavily influenced by my aspirations and designs drawn in my sketchbooks. Wood and paint are the materials I use the most, but I enjoy drawing and other materials as well. I love to raise awareness about our planet’s most difficult issues such as global warming, animal extinction, pollution, violence, racism, hunger, poverty, mental health, and the human condition, etc. My current work is inspired by mental health, processing emotions, and political issues in America. Being a genderfluid, pansexual person who grew up in a community that’s not very accepting of others, the political issues are affecting me personally in a specific way so I’m doing my best to process my emotions through my art. A type of art therapy for everyone to enjoy with me. - Sarah Elizabeth Dawn Shepherd Instagram: SLWatermelons Website: https://slwatermelons.wixsite.com/website
Traveling Artist Scholarship
During my freshman year of my degree, I was hired as a woodshop monitor at Herron School of Art which is where I completely fell in love with wood, it’s properties, and the community surrounding the field of woodworking. My work is influenced by my personal emotions more than anything, but I try to be as considerate as I can about the planet and the universe around me while I create my art. The decisions I make are heavily influenced by my aspirations and designs drawn in my sketchbooks. Wood and paint are the materials I use the most, but I enjoy drawing and other materials as well. I love to raise awareness about our planet’s most difficult issues such as global warming, animal extinction, pollution, violence, racism, hunger, poverty, mental health, and the human condition, etc. My current work is inspired by mental health, processing emotions, and political issues in America. Being a genderfluid, pansexual person who grew up in a community that’s not very accepting of others, the political issues are affecting me personally in a specific way so I’m doing my best to process my emotions through my art. A type of art therapy for everyone to enjoy with me. - Sarah Elizabeth Dawn Shepherd Instagram: SLWatermelons Website: https://slwatermelons.wixsite.com/website
Larry Van Craeynest "Master Your Craft" Scholarship
Winner
During my freshman year of my degree, I was hired as a woodshop monitor at Herron School of Art which is where I completely fell in love with wood, it’s properties, and the community surrounding the field of woodworking. My work is influenced by my personal emotions more than anything, but I try to be as considerate as I can about the planet and the universe around me while I create my art. The decisions I make are heavily influenced by my aspirations and designs drawn in my sketchbooks. Wood and paint are the materials I use the most, but I enjoy drawing and other materials as well. I love to raise awareness about our planet’s most difficult issues such as global warming, animal extinction, pollution, violence, racism, hunger, poverty, mental health, and the human condition, etc. My current work is inspired by mental health, processing emotions, and political issues in America. Being a genderfluid, pansexual person who grew up in a community that’s not very accepting of others, the political issues are affecting me personally in a specific way so I’m doing my best to process my emotions through my art. A type of art therapy for everyone to enjoy with me. - Sarah Elizabeth Dawn Shepherd Instagram: SLWatermelons Website: https://slwatermelons.wixsite.com/website
Ocho Cares Artistry Scholarship
During my freshman year of my degree, I was hired as a woodshop monitor at Herron School of Art which is where I completely fell in love with wood, it’s properties, and the community surrounding the field of woodworking. My work is influenced by my personal emotions more than anything, but I try to be as considerate as I can about the planet and the universe around me while I create my art. The decisions I make are heavily influenced by my aspirations and designs drawn in my sketchbooks. Wood and paint are the materials I use the most, but I enjoy drawing and other materials as well. I love to raise awareness about our planet’s most difficult issues such as global warming, animal extinction, pollution, violence, racism, hunger, poverty, mental health, and the human condition, etc. My current work is inspired by mental health, processing emotions, and political issues in America. Being a genderfluid, pansexual person who grew up in a community that’s not very accepting of others, the political issues are affecting me personally in a specific way so I’m doing my best to process my emotions through my art. A type of art therapy for everyone to enjoy with me. - Sarah Elizabeth Dawn Shepherd Instagram: SLWatermelons Website: https://slwatermelons.wixsite.com/website
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