Past:
As a relatively shy individual I have always had a keen interest in the arts. As I got older I found that my passion was within the subject of graphic design. Within graphic design there are 3 main components, these are illustration, typography and photography. I found my particular interest was in typography. I thought that if a picture could speak one thousand words, then what possible awake if both text and pictures were combined into one art piece? This lead me to take a media course at college and then proceed to enter onto a Graphic Communication degree and Cardiff Metropolitan University.
Present:
This week I was particularly engaged in the freedom granted within my University course. The broadness of topics meant that I will be able to experiment with not only many typography techniques but also be able to participate in cross curriculum activities that will allow me to collaborate with many different students who have taken the other courses on offer at Cardiff School of Art and Design. The employability of not only the course but the University in general intrigues me, removing much doubt of what prospects await me once I complete my three year degree.
Future:
Due to the knowledge I have gained this week I have contemplated what I would like to do once I finish my University course. I found that I would like to continue living in Cardiff once my degree has ended. Hoping to begin my journey into the graphic design industry. Possibly entering into freelance to build up my portfolio and then proceeding to apply for high level graphic design jobs after I have become familiar with having clients. Most importantly I am excited for the plethora of opportunities that await me in the world of employment as well as the remaining three years of my university degree.
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