Assignment: Type impressions, feelings, and thoughts in a one-page diary entry.

Recall your earliest experiences with art. What did you do? Did you enjoy art? Why? How did your parents or teacher respond to your art? How do you feel at present about your artistic development?

****Can you please check my work? I really don't know if I am doing this right. Am I using proper punctuation, spelling, and the usage of gramer?****

12 December 2011
I remember walking into my fourth grade art class on the first day of school and my teacher asked me to think of something to paint using letters from my name. I decided to paint myself and call it “Terrific Tonya”. I was thrilled to be able to explore many different colors that day and painting my hair yellow even though it was brown. My teacher loved the painting so much that she hung it up in the hallway for show and tell. Today I still love to paint and I think it has opened up my creative skills to a whole new level. I am working on a painting that will be hung in my sister’s home. I get so excited when I am asked to do a painting for someone. Painting allows me to express the beauty that I see in my mind. I will forever paint!

grammar?

comma needed in first sentence; comma also needed in the sentences starting with "Today"

Everything else is fine.

12 December 2011

I remember walking into my fourth-grade art class on the first day of school, and my teacher asked me to think of something to paint using letters from my name. I decided to paint myself and called it "Terrific Tonya". I was thrilled to be able to explore many different colors that day and painted my hair yellow, even though it was brown. My teacher loved the painting so much that she hung it up in the hallway for show and tell.

Since that day, I have always enjoyed art. It allows me to express my creativity and explore my imaginative side. There's something magical about mixing colors, shaping objects, and creating something unique and beautiful. Art has become a way for me to escape reality and find solace.

My parents and teachers have always been supportive of my art. They recognized my passion and encouraged me to pursue it further. Their encouragement gave me the confidence to keep exploring different art mediums and techniques. They would often ask to see my artwork and would proudly display it in our home.

At present, I feel grateful for the artistic development I have achieved. I have grown both technically and creatively over the years. Art has become an integral part of my life, and I constantly seek ways to challenge myself and improve my skills. I enjoy experimenting with different styles and mediums, pushing my boundaries, and discovering new ways to express myself.

Currently, I am working on a painting that will be hung in my sister's home. The thought of being able to create something meaningful for someone I love fills me with excitement and joy. It reinforces my belief that art is a powerful medium for conveying emotions and connecting with others.

In conclusion, my earliest experiences with art were filled with excitement and joy, and that passion has only grown stronger over time. I am grateful for the support and encouragement I have received from my parents and teachers, as it has played a significant role in my artistic development. Art allows me to express myself and brings a sense of fulfillment and purpose to my life. I am eager to continue this artistic journey and see where it takes me.