Abstract
I entered into the Masters of Arts program with a determined mission in mind that is to push beyond the boundaries of my aesthetic, understand the meaning of my work and decide if art is the field, I want to pursue. In the process of going through the Masters of Arts program at Sacramento State, I have discovered the dynamics of the self and the influence of others. How they have exceedingly driven the boundaries of my work beyond what I ever imagined. The culmination of reading many books, blogs, theories, trips to the museums, galleries, attending lectures, studying historical and contemporary artists, discussions amongst my peers and professors, late nights spent in the studio, and all the in between have made it possible and worthwhile to emerge as an engaged artist into the art world. I will walk away with confidence in myself, the appreciation, discipline and dedication of a practicing studio artist, improved skills presenting museum/gallery worthy presentation of my work, the constructive criticisms that will float in my head while I sit and stare at my work. In addition, I have a better understanding and appreciation for other art practices and theories.