table of contents

photography

printmaking

editorial design

web design

poster design

staionary

artist statement

contact information

photography

Dispelling Darkness and Learning Light

Photobook

The assignment was to create a photobook based on a theme of our choosing which

included our own photography.

Flash Fruit

Photography

This photograph was taken on my first day in Florence, Italy as I was running through the San

Lorenzo market place.

Shielding Our Eyes

Photogarphy

This was photographed in order to better cap-ture the reality of what happened at Pompeii,

Italy and the horror that followed.

Sorrento Coast

Photography

Capturing the setting of the sun in one of the most beautiful places on this Earth.

Vorrei un Cappucino

Photography

While waiting to start a tour of one of the fa-mous cities in Italy, I sat down to grab a quick

cup of morning pick-me-up however, their cof-fee is always something beautiful to behold.

printmaking

Dr. Suess Quote

Printmaking

The assignment was to hand set a quote and hand print ten copies of that quote.

It’s The Great Pumpkin

Etching

A holiday themed etching print with a combi-nation of woodblock printing over top of the

black and white etching.

A Work in Progress

Woodblcok

The first assignment for a printmaking class where the subjects were to be objects that

reflected myself and that meant more to me than just objects.

stationary

Letterhead for Oak Creek Vineyard

Stationary

Designing a letterhead for an apartment complex that incorporated their idea of artistic

apartments for all.

Holiday Cards

Stationary

Originally designed holiday cards to reflect the major holidays that are a break from tradi-

tion but that could also be sent to family and friends.

Shower Invitation pt. 2

Stationary

Designing an invitation for a combined shower for the bride and groom.

web design

Coleman Institute

Web Design

Creating a logo and web site that reflected the technologically advanced university.

posters

MIKA Promotional Poster

Poster

Designing a promotional poster for a current artist with the title of their lastest single and the

release date.

CRY Progression of a Word

Poster

Illustrating a word that reflects its meaning that also promoted a foundation that specializes in

therapy for all ages.

Chattanooga Summer Olympics

Poster

The assignment was to create an identity for the 2016 Summer Olympics that were to be

held in Chattanooga, Tennessee that reflected the spirit of that city.

editorial design

7. I love me most.

Narcissism is part of being an adolescent. Adoles-cence is a time of development when kids should be wrapped up in their own worlds, trying on different ideas and values. It is a time for them to see what fits. They are not ready to accept their parent’s values without some exploration of their own. What they need from parents is a safety net, not total body armor. Think of yourself as a lane in the bowling alley. It is time to remove the bumper guards, but try to keep the ball in your lane. They need boundaries and mature encouragement. This is not a time for children to fulfill their parent’s fantasies or unachieved goals.

11. This too shall pass.

Enjoy your middle school child. They are passionate about causes, other people, world issues and themselves. This is a phase of life everyone must endure. God is not finished with them yet. This is just a step toward maturity. Each child will eventually reach their desired state of maturity, some quicker than others. Be patient.

8. Free at last, I’m free at last.

Freedom to explore does not include unlimited freedom. Children need responsibilities that impact the whole family. Without this type of responsibility, children think their parents do not believe in them as people. They translate their lack of responsibilities as a parent’s lack of trust in their abilities. They also need to fail and see how failure causes others to suffer. And oh how they will fail. Expect it. Embrace it. Use it. Failure is a great teaching tool. Unfortunately, it may be the best teacher ever.

10. REALLY????????

If you won’t believe all the stories the student tells about the teacher, then the teacher won’t believe all the stories told about the parents. Comments, expressions, and actions are not always relayed in contect to the actual events. Middle school brains are very protective of the body they inhabit. They protect themselves at all cost. It is a primitive instinct. Stay in touch with the teacher. Do not assume you understand all the pieces of each story your child tells.

6. I could run a small corporation, but I am not sure where my jacket is.

“Someone stole it.” This is the most famous quote from a middle school child. This is said about any lost item and sometimes used when referring to imaginary items. Sometimes this is also used when they don’t do their homework/get the permis-sion slip signed/bring the money for the field trip, and when asked to produce this document they are shocked that they can’t find it.

9. Awesome! Bummer! I hate you! Do you like me?

A student will classify each day as either the “wost day of my life” or as “the best day ever.” This classification can be made based on highly important issues such as the lunch menu, who spoke to them in the hall, or whether their locker will open between classes. Don’t overreact with each emotion. By the time a parent has wrapped their mind around the lastest “teen crisis” it will have become old news.

If you noticed the 10 things turned into 11. I teach middle school math so 10 can also mean 11, it may also mean 8 or 9. Don’t judge me. Middle school people have a hard time understanding boundaries.

Written by: Cheryl Mynatt Illustrated by: Nikki Mynatt

10 Things Parents Need to Know When Their Child Enters Middle School

Editorial Design

Illustrating and arranging the layout of an ar-ticle for a local magazine.

artist statement

My God has blessed my life in many di erent ways adn I believe in giving back to the world He created for us. I always strive to see Him in everything I do and every-

where I go. He has called me to use my talents to glorify His kingdom and that is what I intend to do through my

design work.

contact information

nikki mynatt

phone: 423.718.6758

email: nmynatt@harding.edu

website: http://nmynatt.wix.com/nikki-mynatt

Chattanooga, Tennessee

nikki mynattgraphic designer