Today I was interviewed by Natasha Chan for her 'Tea and Talks' project, in which she invites conversation with other creatives over a cup of tea to discuss life as a creative and the university/design practice experience. Below is my interview with her.
Why did you chose to study at Leeds College of Art?
"I chose to study at LCA primarily because I had done the foundation there last year and knew that it was the highest ranked independent art college in the UK. And also because it was close to home."
What was the jump like from foundation to first year?
"I think that I wasn’t expecting to go into it fully prepared, but I was expecting to go in more prepared than I was having done the foundation at the establishment but the only thing they have in common is that you are in everyday. Nothing else is the same, like the structure and such."
What are three things you have learned from being at University?
"A lot more about practical theory such as the kerning and using only 2 point sizes on a page - I've really expanded my knowledge in the principles of design.
How to document work in a blog form.
The importance of self awareness (PPP)."
What have you enjoyed the most since being at University?
"I enjoyed the summer brief a lot."
Why?
"I loved the summer brief because I've quite liked type for some time now and I also feel that I was able to do what I wanted and I could show my specific style - the briefs in the first year don’t allow the flexibility I would want having already kind-of gaged the style of work I want to create already. But I knew first year would be a lot more diverse and explorative."
What is your favourite thing to do in Leeds?
"Shop, go for afternoon tea. I quite like Roundhay Park as well, when I get the chance to go."
Was University what you expected it to be?
"From my experience on the foundationI was prepared for a studio notebook, critical journal and reflective planner. I was not prepared to blog. Get prepared to blog if you choose this course."
What has the biggest struggle of University been so far?
"Making friends was pretty difficult for me just because I’m quite shy and don’t initiate friendships well. I feel like people judge me straight away."
How did you overcome this?
"I had to give myself time and try to include myself in conversation and try be nice to everyone. I just tried to be myself and allow myself time to become comfortable with people."
What is the best piece of advice you have ever been given?
My graphics tutor at A-Level was an amazing woman, and she always used to say "Panic is bullshit. It's so true, panicking literally gets young-where."
What advice would you give to people?
"Take things task by task. Don’t overwhelm yourself and don’t compare yourself to others."
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