Gabriela's Story

My passion is art.

Since I was little, I have always been one of those kids who would doodle everywhere. One of my fondest moments was Mother's Day when I was about 9. I couldn't drive to the store to buy a gift, so instead, I created something at home. I planned my gift to her for a whole week, and in my eyes it had to be perfect. The idea was to write a letter and draw her as a princess. It was my personal project, and everyday after school I would work on it. I would constantly search up new ways to draw the perfect princess with different art techniques. Once I was done with my drawing I was so nervous to show it, but when I did, my mom was rejoiced with happiness. She complimented my artwork, and since that day art has been a big part of my life.

My school is a small charter school that does not have the resources for most students to actually take classes in something that interests them such as art. I've been self teaching myself on how to improve my skills through YouTube videos. Although videos and tutorials have been a big help I've have always wanted to experience art with others who are as passionate about it as me. Getting accepted into the Academy of Arts Summer Pre-College program would be a huge opportunity for me; It would allow me to be able to see what a major in art would look like. While also experiencing a once in a lifetime opportunity where I could learn from others, and keep growing individually as well. I'd be breaking the barriers at my school to aspire others to advocate for themselves, and persevere through hardships to find themselves and possible career options.