1. work this summer, alot, its worth it and you won’t have as much time as you think once classes start. everything i showed got its start, to some degree, over the summer.
2. figure out what you like about being an art major and do it, try new things sure, but your best work will be the work you enjoy and feel comfortable making.
3. don’t over-think things, you can justify things conceptually later, if you did it, you did it for a reason.
4. don’t get too married to any one project, if it gets too tough set it aside, if you don’t like it change it, if you still don’t like it, scrap it for parts and keep going. there is nothing wrong with cannibalism.
5. look at art. look at all the art you can. find art you like, figure out why you like it and then make art that you like. this is also a good way to get out of a rut if you are getting bored with your work.
6. the professors here are awesome resources, they will always give your work their best eye and you a straight answer. if you are ever stuck, seek their advice.
