Artist Bio
My name is Jennifer Koscielniak, everyone usually calls me Jen or Jenny. Ever since I was six I have always known that I wanted to be an artist.  I really wanted to be an animator but that all changed once I got  into college.  I was accepted to

the Savannah College of Art and Design to study Computer Art. This was somewhat of a challenge  because when I was younger I was never very computer savvy, but I persevered through  and found a knack in 3d set design and web design. I spent many a sleepless nights in the labs for four years and came out with some pretty cool 3d shorts, that have made it to a few film festivals ( Motel 4). I love 3d graphics and how versatile this medium can be. I have seen the amount of creativity that comes out of the many projects as well as shorts, and I am proud to be a part of this field. I became interested in web design during college, but it was not offered as a class. So you could say I'm pretty much self taught. I think it's sort of cool, learning new programs and different ways of doing things. Sometimes you learn the hard way, but the outcome most definitely out weighs the obstacles.

So with all my computer knowledge, I decided I wanted to intern at Fig Media in order to gain more experience and to share my knowledge of 3D design with others. My internship was a great experience. It was filled with lots of projects and some cool events. I realized how many different ways my talents could be used and gained some really great insight in the process. I am currently freelancing as a web designer and enjoying it, but would love a full time opportunity. I love what I do and I believe my passion shows through in the work I produce


I have a crazy array of interests and hobbies which include: sports, books, music, art, photography, traveling, scuba diving, and painting. I have always loved to travel and feel it has played a major role in my life, it has allowed me to explore and appreciate other cultures. I believe traveling brings more creativity and opens your mind. My favorite artists are Edward Hopper, Alexander Calder, Christo and Jean Claude, and Gaudi. My favorite art movement would have to be Art Nouveau, I guess I have a thing for the lines, text, and the architecture. I love to scuba dive, there is such a great feeling of freedom and empowerment, and a whole hell of a lot of responsibility. My sister and I are both certified rescue divers and do both underwater video and still photography.  A couple of my favorite books are any thing by Hemingway,  The Color of Water, The Hot Zone, and The Glory Field a book I read in 6th grade.  I love all kinds of music except country (sorry country fans). I have so many favorite songs and bands that it would be impossible to name them all.
 
-My favorite possession is not my computer, its my record player.
 
-I like people who can flash a smile and have a good strong hand shake.
 
-I dislike people who say "I DON'T KNOW" and then do not do anything to figure it out, I just believe it's the laziest thing in the world.
 
-This may sound cheesy but my sister is one of my best friends. We have always been close, but ever since her car accident it is as if we are joined at the hip.

Short Term Goals:
1. LEARN ! (ex: New Programs, Tricks, Techniques, Design).
2. Build on my strengthens as an artist and a person, and learn how to improve upon my weaknesses.
3. Gain a better understanding of the different aspects and roles of a company.
4. Teach others what I know.
 
Long Term Goals:
1. To have a job I love and have that show through in the work I put forth.
2. To be independent and take care of myself.
3. To matter in my work, and to be valued as an employee.
4. To have a design on a billboard.
5. To be a mentor and always keep learning. 
 I believe that learning is very important, that is why  it is in both my short and long term goals. To move forward anywhere in a company, and through life one must keep an open mind to learning.