Award SMART Goals

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My goal for Drawing in Arts and Design under Skills Category is to become proficient in Adobe Illustrator by improving my technical skills and creating works of art, useable for exhibit, portfolios and/or commercial use, within 12 months. To accomplish this, I will attend 10 hours of classes every month under instruction from a qualified arts and design teacher, as well as practice at home for an additional 5 hours a month. I will make sure to keep a portfolio of my work throughout these 12 months and review my progress periodically.

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My goal is to create 3 high quality sculptures that represent my artistic style and technique within 6 months. I will use available resources such as books, videos, and online materials to hone my sculpture skills and increase my artistic knowledge. Additionally, I will participate in at least one sculpture learning experience such as a workshop or class offered in my area, or enroll in a virtual sculpting course. I will practice sculpture at least once a week, or 2-3 times if possible, to improve my art skills and stay motivated.

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My goal is to develop proficiency in the visual arts over a period of 3 months by experimenting with different media and techniques. I will take 1 hour of classes in the visual arts at local art museum or school and practice for an additional 1 hour per week. I will research and create 3 pieces of art each week in the visual arts emphasizing on perspective techniques and color use. By the end of the 3 months, I will have a portfolio of at least 12 pieces demonstrating improvement in my visual arts abilities.

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Goal: To improve my photography skills by completing an online course and exhibiting at least one piece of my work in a local photography exhibition within 3 months. I will practice taking photographs for 2 hours every week, and dedicate 1 hour weekly to studying various photography techniques by completing an online course. I will also attend at least two local lectures and/or workshops on photography within the next 3 months to improve my knowledge on this field.

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My goal for Calligraphy in Arts and Design under the Skills category is to be able to write with a professional level of calligraphy by the end of six months. To attain this goal, I will attend calligraphy classes twice a week for 1 hour and will practice at home for an additional 2 hours per week. I will focus on perfecting my skill of creating various styles and improving the presentation of my artwork. I will also read and watch tutorials online to create a portfolio of art that demonstrates a professional level of calligraphy.

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My goal for Textile/Fashion Design in Arts and Design under Skills Category is to design and create my own project using upcycled and recycled materials within 6 months. To achieve this goal, I will research the latest textile trends, attend classes on upcycling and design a portfolio showcasing my ideas. I will also attend workshops to build my skills and knowledge of textile design and upcycling, and present my project in a final portfolio. To ensure I reach my goal, I will allocate 20 hours over 6 months to attend classes and workshops, as well as allocate 3 hours a week to practice and refine my skills.

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My goal for Art History in Arts and Design under Skills Category is to become familiar with art history by exploring the development of Western art from ancient times to present day within 6 months. In order to achieve this goal, I will read at least one book about art history within each month, so I will have a better understanding of how the various styles, techniques, and ideologies have evolved over time. Furthermore, I will attend art gallery excursions at least once a month, complete an online art history course, and present a project exhibiting my knowledge on the subject.

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