Design by
Shaila
Organized by
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Education High School
Hi! My name is Shaila and I'm currently a sophmore in High School. I have a lot of interests including reading, writing, and content creating. Bearing this in mind, I plan to pursue a career that invites all kinds of artistic innovation.
My Inspiration
It is very easy to lose sight of our inner self as we embark on a journey that tests our ability to endure life. Oftentimes a veil is drawn over the achievements of young people in the pursuit of such complexities. Perhaps it is the emphasis laid upon our societal standards which disturbs the spirit of youth. Or maybe it is the fear of not succeeding in the judgment of others that limits the potential of young people. For all I know, youth is a flowerbed that must be nurtured in order to sustain the wonders of life.
My Project
I took upon this web project in order to create a safe space for not only myself, but countless others who find it difficult to nurture their creative thinking. Life presents itself with circumstances that challenge our ability to move forward as imperfect beings. Oftentimes self-love and self-validation is circumscribed by worldly affairs. However, we cannot allow this trend of society to continue as our future innovators and leaders emerge from each generation. I sincerely believe that love guards the soul of mankind. And that it must be practiced with the intent to raise the spirit of youth. What better way to do so, than to create a community where the imagination and creativity of young people is celebrated.
My project is heavily inspired by my own upbringing. I was raised in an environment that centered around creative expression. With that being said, my passion for art heightened as I bore witness to the creations that stemmed from one's imagination. I firmly believe that art is a universal language that belongs to those who are willing to seek it. Therefore, I am currently in the process of designing a website that caters to the needs of a younger audience who are struggling to unleash their creativity in a world that is driven by imperfection.
Palette of Creativity is designed to showcase the artistic potential of young people. From heartfelt poems to intense soundtracks, this website shines light upon various forms of art that carry the weight of one's persona. Creative expression is strengthened by the inspiration we gather from all around us. I plan to create a global community of young artists who can shield each other from the cold world of adults. Whenever life weighs down upon the shoulders of a lost soul, Palette of Creativity offers a collection of original pieces that comfort those who have grown tired of the dark. We are the guardians of our own thoughts and emotions which encourages us to believe that we must walk alone. However, our experiences in life involve the presence of others. Therefore, it is our duty to maintain the essence of brotherhood that is embedded within mankind. Where there is art, there is change. And where there is change, there is hope. Palette of Creativity invites youth to embrace the hope that lingers in the depths of one's creative mindset.
My Design Process
I came up with the idea to design a website that centers around the artistic innovation of youth by making myself involved in communities that are driven by young people. For instance, I am currently participating in a writing program that strives to empower young female voices in various fields. I have learned that it is extremely important to expand the creative outlets for youth because it has the potential to shape their understanding of the world. While music may heal the internal wounds of person A, poetry might embrace the tears of person B. In the process of designing my website, I made sure to implement a sophisticated color scheme that does not divert the attention away from the creative pieces. I also made use of a gallery layout as a means to organize the content of my website. As I take the further steps to improve my website, I will make sure to incorporate a feature that allows users to submit their work directly on the web space as opposed to emailing their entries to my address.
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Conclusion
I said this once, and I'll say it a thousand times more: where there is art, there is change. Every mind is a canvas that is adorned with the colors of an experience. When we create a space to shine light upon each canvas, the world doesn't seem to drown in a sea of monotonous grey. Palette of Creativity encourages youth to build bridges between art and expression. This ultimately results in the communication of thoughts and emotions in an artistic manner. Young people are given an opportunity to explore a diverse range of creative pieces which arouse one's interest to experiment with the field of art. I will do my best to accommodate their needs by improving the process of submission.