Hometown:Cleveland, Ohio

Extra-curriculars:Skiing, cycling, intramural soccer and racquetball, WSPN (Skidmore radio), Skidmore Wombats (ultimate frisbee)

Why did you choose Skidmore?

I wanted to attend a small liberal arts school with a strong art program.  I considered art schools but at Skidmore I found an art program comparable to an art school plus the ability to take classes in my interests outside of art.  The Saratoga region was also a large factor; being able to live in a great small town in close proximity to New York City, Boston, and the Adirondack Mountains is a huge plus.

What do you love about Skidmore?

I love the tight-knit community, whether in the studio or on campus.  I have been able to get to know just about every art major in my year.  Through those relationships I have both become familiar with their work and been able to get critical feedback from them on my work.  As a young artist this is the type of community that helps you gain confidence and develop your own aesthetic.  I also love all of the live music that we have on campus.

Any advice for prospective students?

If you come visit the tour breezes over the building, so if you are thinking about being a studio major don’t be afraid to come into a studio class to see what it is like.