Thursday, January 30, 2014

To those who want to gain more skills,  

I started my first class last night with the UC Berkeley Extension program.  As I walked in the doors of the art and design center, I knew that this was the place where I need to be.  Drawings and paintings were hanging everywhere in a beautiful space.  It was amazing!  I am taking the principles and elements of design class for interior design and interior architecture.  

A few years ago, I made myself a list of things I wanted to do.  Many of them I have tried which is comforting.  Becoming an interior designer was on that list.  So, I am trying this path and hoping it's the right one.  

My professor is at least 70 years of age or older.  He wore black slacks, a black and white checkered button down, a plain  black sweater vest and black shoes.  He was ready with notes in hand.  He also has a Bulgarian accent.  Everyone's eyes were glued to him.  He's a brilliant story teller with a twist of design philosophy.  Laughs and smiles of eager students surrounded him. He has done some amazing things in his life and is so enthusiastic about sharing his knowledge.  I am super grateful I decided to take this class and so inspired.  

Needing more,

My-Linh

P.S. My professor is a printmaker too.