Senior Emma Masten, coming in at 5’2 and 100 lbs, at 17 years old is one of the many great artists here in EMHS and in Elkhart county. I sat down with her and got an exclusive look into her art-making process and the creative mindset at play every day. 

GENESIS: When did you first start making art? 

EMMA: “I was 7 years old. My dad actually got me into drawing, grandma too.”

G: What or who inspires you to create?

E: “My dad and my grandmother are my biggest inspirations, both are very creative and exposed me to art. I guess some of my other inspo is from nature, really. What’s it called…I like interpretation of life art I guess.”

G: It’s your senior year, what are your plans for after high school?

E: “I’m going to be going to school for art and teaching. Most likely IUSB. I want to be an art teacher, high school art to be honest.”

G: What takes place when you are getting into the drawing or painting process?

E: “Well, sometimes it depends. I have creative days, some more than others. My emotions are probably what comes out the most in my art, certain moods really get me going.”

G: Give us some insight and tips that you use in your art.

E: “I try different styles a lot. I keep an open mind- I’d say I live free minded, you know? Go with the flow, that’s what I use for everything.”

G: Anything special or fun about you that you’d like the people to know?

E: “I think one day I’d like to go to California, California might be the move, you know? No one wants to live in a stuck up society. I just want my little studio apartment and live my life, you know?” 

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Original drawing from Emma Masten

Emma creates wonderful abstract and realistic art which can be seen around Memorial.