We are the graduating class of Winthrop’s Department of Design. Join us as we celebrate our growth on May 5th.
The Creatives
Izzy Wallace
Illustration
I grew from the deep roots in my faith, family, and friends. Illustration helps me to take others on a journey to enchanting fantasy worlds and connect in a fantastic way.
Quila Winston
Illustration
I grew from the love and support of my friends and family around me which shaped me into the artist I am today.
Joy Parker
Illustration
I grew from stories like Banana Fish and Black Butler, which have helped me develop my writing and character design.
Dani Fields
Illustration Minor in Art History
I grew from various horror artists like Shawn Coss and Trevor Henderson. With my love of storytelling, concept art, and character designs, I aspire to create something wicked and mystifying.
Noel Heil
Illustration
I grew from there to here.From Avatar and history to Rockwell and comedy, I found that funny things are everywhere.
Hannah Parris
Illustration Minor in Anthropology
I grew from people like Eric Carle and Dr. Seuss, people who insite imagination and childlike joy. I aspire to join the ranks of all those who inspire light in others.
David Beck
Illustration
I grew from painters, comedians, and friends. Sidharth Chaturvedi and Jesper Ejsing inspire me to pursue fantasy painting without abandoning my pen and ink roots.
Sierra Wheeler
Illustration
I grew from the illustrators before me like Charles Vess and Stephanie Law who showed me how to explore a fantastical world of my own creation.
Kia Byrd
Graphic Design
I grew from classical painters such as Claude Monet and Van Gogh, whose impressionist works helped me discover how to create dream-like styles.
Joshua “Stridge” Lively
Illustration Minor in Biology
I grew from the stories of Avatar: the Last Airbender and Final Fantasy, whose worlds inspired me to establish my own unique voice in the fantasy genre.
Brie Tierney
Graphic Design
I grew from my experiences and my environment. My family and friends have always supported me along the way. I am excited to enter the next phase of my life.
Jordan Crosby
Graphic Design Minor in Art History
I grew from a bridgeless island made of stories. Design allows me to form connections across seemingly disparate topics to create new stories and concepts.
Sarah Rivera
Digital Information Design Concentration in Interactive Media
I grew from the addictive rush of constantly breaking barriers that were set forth to stop me.
Kendall Bayne
Graphic Design Minor in Art History
I grew from my discovery of self-expression through creation. Design allows me to impact, communicate, and connect with people using my passion for art.
Anna Hollis Townsend
Graphic Design Minor in Interactive Media
I grew from limitations, real and perceived. They pushed me to create my own solutions and showed me the importance of pursuing life in whatever way gives it the most meaning.