My selected interest/activity is art. I chose art because it has been a huge part of my life and it always will be. Ever since I was young I've loved anything art-related, Growing up I always loved creating things, arts and crafts, and being able to think outside the box.  Art is one of my favorite hobbies along with basketball, tennis, film, traveling, and being with my friends and family. During my time at SLV, I've become increasingly involved in art and developed even more of a passion for art. Mainly because I have been in an art class each year in high school. For the last 2 years, I have been in AP art where I've created a portfolio. Art is a great skill to have, when we get a chance to express our creativity and dive into art, we develop confidence, increase empathy, and discover how to look at the world from different perspectives. Whatever I do when I am older I want to have fun doing it so I know if I stick with a form of art I will enjoy my life, I think it's important to like what you do when you're older because it can decide whether or not you hate your life. The thing I like a lot about art is that there are hundreds of forms of it. I believe since I am creative I have the ability not everyone has, to do these types of things. I started painting murals on my bedroom walls during quarantine and realized I like painting on something other than a canvas, so I started painting on things like skateboards, wood, and even light switches. Art has really shaped the person I've become because of all the possibilities it gives. I know that there are several options for me after high school to pursue and it is exciting to know that. So whether I become a children's book illustrator, a graphic designer, a film editor, an art director, a journalist, a sports graphic designer, a marketing artist, a travel photographer, a cinematographer, or just an artist, I believe I will enjoy my career and life it brings.