Edward
From an early age, I have loved drawing and began as soon as I could hold a pencil. One of my first masterpieces actually turned out to be a series of lines drawn lovingly on the walls of my hallway. I think it’s something you can learn and improve upon, but also something that takes heart and passion for what you are doing. When I have a pencil and a piece of paper, it’s like a solace, someplace I can just be free to create and imagine, and it all comes out in drawing. I guess that is what led me most to my interest in design. The ability to create something, to be inspired by other people’s work, and maybe even make a difference through design, and in turn, inspire someone else.
A designer and genius in my eyes is the famous and talented Tim Burton. From an early age he also had a boundless imagination and used it to the full. One of his first pieces of work was a short film he created called, “Vincent.” It is a cute little video about a boy who is obsessed with Vincent Price. Although most of Tim Burton’s work is on the more gothic darker side, what I appreciate most is his passion is clear in everything he creates. His work is always unique and different, setting him apart from the rest of the designers out there.
An excellent example for me of great design, and one of my favorite movies by Tim Burton, is “Edward Scissorhands.” Yes, I am a nerdtastic fan of Johnny Depp, both Johnny and Tim together is a powerful combination. But what I love most about this film is the set design, and the contrasts and the characters that Tim Burton created. He made a world that was believable and moving. At first glance, you might get this intimidation and maybe even worry looking at Edward. But soon you see, he is this lonely neglected creation made by a dead inventor, and you sympathize with the character. Not because he looks like a long lost member of Metallica, but because he is this outsider, who only wants to fit in.
I guess I am in the spirit of the whole thing at the moment, what with all the snow in October, the first snow reminded me of the film. And there are many more incredible pieces I am sure Tim Burton has yet to come up with. I can’t wait to see what happens next. 
