Artist Spotlight: Portage freshman Zach Stoner
Artist Spotlight is a feature that highlights the inspirations, works and aspirations of art students at Central Michigan University.
Name: Zach Stoner
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Portage, Mich.
Major: Fashion and Apparel Merchandising and Design
CM Life: What is your favorite medium?
Zach Stoner: When talking about apparel and fashion, I love working with silk. I just really like the overall finish and look of it. It can be a pain to work with, but it's worth the mood it inspires.
Where do you draw your inspiration from?
ZS: I draw a lot on the past, on fashion history and things like that, as well as just using my imagination. I'd say it's a big combination of the two.
In what type of environment do you work best?
ZS: I like to work in quiet atmospheres. Sometimes I like to have music playing, but overall I'm a pretty silent person.
What is your dream job?
ZS: I just would really love to be a high fashion, haute couture designer.
Why art?
ZS: I enjoy being creative and I like the idea of the job opportunities. I've always enjoyed creating things, and it's fun putting together aesthetically pleasing items and seeing them come together.
