Laurentian University Portfolio *OUTDATED*

Statement of Interest I have always been amazed by how unique building designs and landmarks are able to attract one’s attention. With a desire to provide a compelling experience for others, I am inspired to venture into a career path where innovation and imagination are boundless. The field of architecture is something that I felt would help me achieve my passion and I believe that the program offered by Laurentian University and their location suits my style of learning and will give me an opportunity to be a successful individual.

I was passionate about drawing and building since my early childhood as I was fascinated by the endless ideas of structures I could create with my toys. This passion further grew once I started high school with the Sci-Tech Regional Program as I got more opportunities through projects to build my interest and showcase my creativity. I believe that the field of architecture will not only allow me to design unique structures and use my imagination but it will also give me a chance to positively impact societies in the future. I am aware that architecture is a very challenging and niche field but the satisfaction of completing a project will be everlasting.

Despite being a new school, the McEwen School of Architecture has a good educational curriculum which allows students to complete unique projects such as the ice station and the birch banks canoes, within the first two years. These projects provide not only a fun and creative learning experience but it also considers the rich aboriginal culture and history behind the structure. As you might see in my portfolio, I have completed a few projects that involve woodworking and I hope to further use and improve these skills in the woodworking competition that Laurentian University is involved in. I am also impressed by the opportunity that the university provides its students to study abroad and the co-op program that allows one to further develop their work and learning experience.

Moreover, Laurentian University in itself, is located in a very environmentally friendly community because of its surroundings being a vast conservation and the freshwater lakes. This completely suits my lifestyle as I enjoy hiking along trails and exploring nature. The access to such a natural therapist will also allow me to relieve stress and experience peace away from a hectic schedule. Living in Sudbury will also be a unique experience as I have never lived in a smaller city. However, Sudbury is also known to have a lot of festivals and events which provides chances of becoming more involved in the community.

Taking everything into account, the architecture program offered at Laurentian will not only provide sufficient tools for me to pursue an architect career but it will also help build me as an individual with a rich understanding of culture and history of a society. The passion, hard work, and collaboration experience that I bring with me will allow me to succeed in this program. I therefore request you to allow me purse my undergraduate program and polish my skills at Laurentian University.

Reference 1. Shawn Knowles Teacher Port Credit Secondary School shawn.knowles@peelsb.com

2. Adriano Noro Teacher Port Credit Secondary School adriano.noro@peelsb.com

Abinava Pradhan Mississauga, Ontario

About me

+1 (647)853-2033

Currently a grade 12 student at Port Credit Secondary School under the Sci-Tech Regional Program with over 60 hours of experience in many volunteering organizations and clubs.

pradhan_abinava@outlook.com

Work Experience Education Port Credit Secondary School SciTech Regional Program (September 2016 - Present)

Skills Communication

Organization

Time Management Creative

Adaptable

Customer Service

Extracurricular Activities Member - SciTech Council (September 2016 - Present) Assisting in preparing events related to science and technology Executive - Yearbook Club (September 2017 – Present) Managing and leading students to take pictures reflecting student life. Additionally, involved in designing the school yearbook

Reference Shawn Knowles Teacher Port Credit Secondary School shawn.knowles@peelsb.com Adriano Noro Teacher Port Credit Secondary School adriano.noro@peelsb.com

Sales Associate - Dollarama, Mississauga (July 2019 – August 2019) Aims to sell customers a broad assortment of everyday products as well as general merchandise and seasonal items.

• Assisted customers in locating certain items as well as answering any questions or concerns they had • Responsible for working as a cashier and handling profits • Worked with other staff members to organize stock and clean up the store during closing time Volunteer - Courtney Park Mississauga Library (November 2018 - May 2019) A shared facility between the City of Mississauga and the DufferinPeel Catholic District School Board, Courtney Park Library serves as a community library that consists of programs for all ages of users.

My responsibilities included: • disposing of recyclable items and organizing the children’s play area • Organizing shelves and stamping old books for sales Volunteer - The SEVA Food Bank, Mississauga (July 2018 - August 2018) An organization that provides safe and nutritious food for lowincome families located in Mississauga. Their mission is to have a society consisting of people provided with culturally appropriate and personally accepted food supply.

• Accompanied clients and assisted them in recommending food supplies clarifying their queries • Stocked and organized food supplies for easier access for clients Volunteer - The Riverwood Conservancy, Mississauga (August 2017 – September 2017) The goal of the Riverwood Conservancy is to support the growth and development of Riverwood as a public garden and a park.

• Volunteered to check in guests during the Canada’s 150th anniversary event • Worked together with other volunteers to clean up the Riverwood Conservancy • Planted trees and maintained plants located around the premise of the Conservancy

Space Landscape Canvas Painting 2019 12” x 16” A canvas painting of a night sky which was later featured in our school’s art show. I am fascinated by the vastness of space and the mysteries it holds. This painting shows the mysteries of space as well as its beauty.

Life Cycle Watercolor painting July, 2017 9� x 12�

Through this art work, I wanted to portray how the life cycle of a tree corresponds with prosperity and hardship throughout one's life.

Khalid Pencil Sketch Dec, 2019 9� x 12�

Khalid is a young boy from Africa whose favorite color is white. I decided to draw a black and white portrait of him from his picture during a charity Art event. This art piece was eventually mailed to him with my donation. I hope I was able to lift his spirit and contribute to his well-being.

Ōkami Pencil Sketch 2018 9” x 12” A sketch of a wolf’s head that I named Ōkami, which means wolf in Japanese. Wolves in Japan are seen as intellectual and friendly creatures that represent loyalty, compassion, communication, and togetherness. I strongly believe that these personality traits are the key to success.

T-60 Power Armor Pencil Sketch 2019 9” x 12” This sketch is from a video game, “Fallout”, where this armor is commonly used by members of a group, “The Brotherhood of Steel”. I was inspired and fascinated by the intricate design of the power armor.

Modern House Pencil Sketch 2019 9� x 12�

A sketch of a simple modern house design using two-point perspective.

Villains Photoshop Print 2017 8.5� x 11�

This digital art demonstrates my early Photoshop skills where I modified a simple image from the internet to create a horror movie poster.

Dead in Space Book Cover - Photoshop Print 2017 8.5” x 11” I used Photoshop to create a book cover based on my fascination of space and my love of the mystery genre.

Self Portrait Digital Pop Art – Photoshop Print 2017 8.5” x 11” I used Photoshop to turn myself and Ryan Reynold into a pop art piece inspired by pop artist, Roy Lichtenstein. This project took approximately a week to complete.

Ryan Reynold

Thumb Piano Wood work Mahogany Wood, Bass Wood, Spring Steel Keys, Copper Rods, and Aluminum Rods

2018 140mm x 220mm x 22mm As an individual class project, this was my first functional woodwork designed using AutoCAD over a period of two weeks.

Banana Holder Wood work Mahogany Wood, Bass Wood, Birch Plywood, Hook, and Screws 2019 250 mm x 250 mm x 350 mm For an individual class project, I decided to create a banana holder with a design of an axe stuck on a piece of wood.

Cardboard Chair Cardboard 2019 1020mm x 560mm x 760mm My project partner and I designed and built a life-sized cardboard chair, without using glue or tape, that can hold up to 170 pounds. This particular design was selected based on several designs we had originally sketched and created in AutoCAD. The design itself is unique as it includes key features such a fin and extra support beams.