This semester (my 2nd semester at Tyler School of Art) I'm take a Computer class and we're required to keep and maintain a blog about artists, our own art, and other artistic experiences.

The first day of class we answered some questions about ourselves which I will now post... right now.

1.Who am I?
My name is Tina Yanni and I’m horrible with computers. My older brother, on the other hand, has always been amazing with computers and has tried to teach me how to work with them but has failed miserably. I am interested in learning about how I can use the computer to create art, I think that will be a lot of fun to learn.
I’m really into horror movies and gore. I often try and express this interest through my artwork. I feel that shock value in a piece is much more memorable for the viewer than just a pretty picture. I would rather have people talking about how disturbed they were from my work than how nicely I can draw.

2.Where did I come from?
I live in East Petersburg, Pa, which is about 25 minutes outside of Lancaster city. When people find out I live in Lancaster they always ask me if I’m Amish, which I am not.

3.How did I get here?
My elementary school art teacher was a big influence on me. I’ve always thought he was the coolest guy. Luckily, during my senior year of high school he became the head of the art department and taught my AP art class. I learned a lot from him.
My mom and grandmother always encouraged me to create art, as well. I got my first set of pastels from the grandmother and I’ll never forget how proud she was of me for drawing a prettier flower than my brother.
Last summer I attended The Pennsylvania Governor’s School for the Arts in Erie, PA. That experience really locked in the fact that I want to be an artist.

4 & 5. Two things that have happened in the last year.
I graduated from high school and started college, two obvious statements but two very important stages in my life.

6.Where am I going?
Honestly, I don’t know. I know I want to do something with art as a career. What that is exactly, I don’t know, but I have four years to figure it out.

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