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photography
printmaking
editorial design
web design
poster design
staionary
artist statement
contact information
photography
Dispelling Darkness and Learning Light
Photobook
The assignment was to create a photobook based on a theme of our choosing which
included our own photography.
Flash Fruit
Photography
This photograph was taken on my first day in Florence, Italy as I was running through the San
Lorenzo market place.
Shielding Our Eyes
Photogarphy
This was photographed in order to better cap-ture the reality of what happened at Pompeii,
Italy and the horror that followed.
Sorrento Coast
Photography
Capturing the setting of the sun in one of the most beautiful places on this Earth.
Vorrei un Cappucino
Photography
While waiting to start a tour of one of the fa-mous cities in Italy, I sat down to grab a quick
cup of morning pick-me-up however, their cof-fee is always something beautiful to behold.
printmaking
Dr. Suess Quote
Printmaking
The assignment was to hand set a quote and hand print ten copies of that quote.
It’s The Great Pumpkin
Etching
A holiday themed etching print with a combi-nation of woodblock printing over top of the
black and white etching.
A Work in Progress
Woodblcok
The first assignment for a printmaking class where the subjects were to be objects that
reflected myself and that meant more to me than just objects.
stationary
Letterhead for Oak Creek Vineyard
Stationary
Designing a letterhead for an apartment complex that incorporated their idea of artistic
apartments for all.
Holiday Cards
Stationary
Originally designed holiday cards to reflect the major holidays that are a break from tradi-
tion but that could also be sent to family and friends.
Shower Invitation pt. 2
Stationary
Designing an invitation for a combined shower for the bride and groom.
web design
Coleman Institute
Web Design
Creating a logo and web site that reflected the technologically advanced university.
posters
MIKA Promotional Poster
Poster
Designing a promotional poster for a current artist with the title of their lastest single and the
release date.
CRY Progression of a Word
Poster
Illustrating a word that reflects its meaning that also promoted a foundation that specializes in
therapy for all ages.
Chattanooga Summer Olympics
Poster
The assignment was to create an identity for the 2016 Summer Olympics that were to be
held in Chattanooga, Tennessee that reflected the spirit of that city.
editorial design
7. I love me most.
Narcissism is part of being an adolescent. Adoles-cence is a time of development when kids should be wrapped up in their own worlds, trying on different ideas and values. It is a time for them to see what fits. They are not ready to accept their parent’s values without some exploration of their own. What they need from parents is a safety net, not total body armor. Think of yourself as a lane in the bowling alley. It is time to remove the bumper guards, but try to keep the ball in your lane. They need boundaries and mature encouragement. This is not a time for children to fulfill their parent’s fantasies or unachieved goals.
11. This too shall pass.
Enjoy your middle school child. They are passionate about causes, other people, world issues and themselves. This is a phase of life everyone must endure. God is not finished with them yet. This is just a step toward maturity. Each child will eventually reach their desired state of maturity, some quicker than others. Be patient.
8. Free at last, I’m free at last.
Freedom to explore does not include unlimited freedom. Children need responsibilities that impact the whole family. Without this type of responsibility, children think their parents do not believe in them as people. They translate their lack of responsibilities as a parent’s lack of trust in their abilities. They also need to fail and see how failure causes others to suffer. And oh how they will fail. Expect it. Embrace it. Use it. Failure is a great teaching tool. Unfortunately, it may be the best teacher ever.
10. REALLY????????
If you won’t believe all the stories the student tells about the teacher, then the teacher won’t believe all the stories told about the parents. Comments, expressions, and actions are not always relayed in contect to the actual events. Middle school brains are very protective of the body they inhabit. They protect themselves at all cost. It is a primitive instinct. Stay in touch with the teacher. Do not assume you understand all the pieces of each story your child tells.
6. I could run a small corporation, but I am not sure where my jacket is.
“Someone stole it.” This is the most famous quote from a middle school child. This is said about any lost item and sometimes used when referring to imaginary items. Sometimes this is also used when they don’t do their homework/get the permis-sion slip signed/bring the money for the field trip, and when asked to produce this document they are shocked that they can’t find it.
9. Awesome! Bummer! I hate you! Do you like me?
A student will classify each day as either the “wost day of my life” or as “the best day ever.” This classification can be made based on highly important issues such as the lunch menu, who spoke to them in the hall, or whether their locker will open between classes. Don’t overreact with each emotion. By the time a parent has wrapped their mind around the lastest “teen crisis” it will have become old news.
If you noticed the 10 things turned into 11. I teach middle school math so 10 can also mean 11, it may also mean 8 or 9. Don’t judge me. Middle school people have a hard time understanding boundaries.
Written by: Cheryl Mynatt Illustrated by: Nikki Mynatt
10 Things Parents Need to Know When Their Child Enters Middle School
Editorial Design
Illustrating and arranging the layout of an ar-ticle for a local magazine.
artist statement
My God has blessed my life in many di erent ways adn I believe in giving back to the world He created for us. I always strive to see Him in everything I do and every-
where I go. He has called me to use my talents to glorify His kingdom and that is what I intend to do through my
design work.
contact information
nikki mynatt
phone: 423.718.6758
email: [email protected]
website: http://nmynatt.wix.com/nikki-mynatt
Chattanooga, Tennessee
nikki mynattgraphic designer