Syracuse University
Art Vessel
Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.
Starting in a dark, unknown place full of ‘enemies’, after passing the initial area, you will approach a desolate but welcoming town. Elderbug startles all travelers who enter Dirthmouth. Everything seems as simple as just traveling and meeting new bugs, but I ended up being a vessel for a deadly virus that takes the Hollownest citizens’ sanity. There is confusion in this art. I was submerged in a fantastic world that never ceased to amaze me. I didn't understand how something as simple as a game about insects could make me feel so many things simultaneously. That's how I learned what true art is. Hollow Knight was that for me.
Art and video games have always been a part of my life. Both represent my need to learn new things constantly. At first, I thought that I simply had to stimulate my mind with multiple activities, but in reality, I was just fascinated with learning new things. From drawing to dance, from music to literature, I explored every branch of what is considered conventional art. On the other hand, video games were part of my daily routine, a supplement to my tasks, and simple activities to do in my spare time. However, as I continued to grow, I realized that video games were not just about playing, winning, and...
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