Herschel Hoehne

Although I chose to study a field that is known for being extremely difficult to make a career out of I am optimistic that the hard work I put in will bring fourth the opportunities necessary to succeed as an artist. Still I am unsure what exactly I am striving to do, but my interests shed some light on a potential path. As of now my artwork relates to the "green" movement that has been finding its way throughout the United States. My research on green roofing, vertical gardens (green walls), and horticulture has allowed me to create forms out of clay that express plant life and ways in which these forms can be utilized as a structure in which to grow these forms of life. So, in the future, before or after undergraduate school, I would like to move to Chicago for at least a summer where I would be able to do an artist residency and get a job that has to do with the "green" movement to gain a deeper understanding of the more sustainable ways in which us people in the United States can live their day to day lives. Chicago being the biggest supporter of this movement gives me much optimism toward completing my goals.

As of now I do not intend on going to grad school. I think that until I get out of undergrad school and establish myself I will not know whether or not this is a path I will take.

road biking
music festivals
scuba diving
occasional rock climbing