Are you/were you an artistic type? How did you do in the military?

SPC Margaret Higgins — Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:37:43 -0400

Response by SPC Margaret Higgins made Sep 22 at 2015 6:43 PM

SPC Margaret Higgins — Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:43:52 -0400

I am a photographer, a poet, and an artist. I excelled in the military.
I was a Squad Leader and I ultimately became a Sports Director.
Unfortunately, I was finally (honorably) discharged with a 100% service-connected disability: mental illness/stress disorder.

Response by SGT Aaron Burks made Sep 22 at 2015 6:47 PM

SGT Aaron Burks — Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:47:21 -0400

Yes. I did well as both a sailor and a soldier. I used my creativity toward problem solving and leadership, and it worked out well. Conversely, now I use my military experience in all aspects of my artwork.

Response by SPC Makissa Lewis made Sep 22 at 2015 8:51 PM

SPC Makissa Lewis — Tue, 22 Sep 2015 20:51:32 -0400

I was good at my MOS could do way better at physical fitness and its related issues.

Response by SSgt Alex Robinson made Sep 23 at 2015 12:13 AM

SSgt Alex Robinson — Wed, 23 Sep 2015 00:13:33 -0400

I am artistic... i developed my love for photography while on active duty. I did quite well when I served...

Response by SGT William Howell made Sep 23 at 2015 7:10 AM

SGT William Howell — Wed, 23 Sep 2015 07:10:47 -0400

There is so much to be said for those that excel in the fine arts. They have a different look on the way things are seen by others. I say that as a guy that could not understand a color wheel when trying to pick out house paint.

My company manufactures guns for a living. Our shop foreman is a sculptor. He makes some amazing things that are not only practical, but look great too. My point is there are so many alternative canvases out there now that are nontraditional yet are still art. It all makes it way into our society and we benefit from it.