This semester, we really got the push to begin working on our thesis projects. I narrowed it down to two viable options. The first one was a tablet based POS system for grocery stores that was actually easy and fun to use. After being a cashier for over 8 years, I have used some horrible systems. This was the first idea that came to my head but the second idea related to my past teaching career. Basically, my entire 1st semester of Beginning Drawing and Painting in a tablet application.

When presenting these two ideas to my instructor, he felt that the direction I should go in would be the one where I would have the most opportunity to grow. Because my degree is in Art Education, I wanted to get some distance away from teaching. I am a bit afraid of being pigeon-holed or stuck in one area, I wanted to expand what I am capable of doing. I don’t have to prove to anyone I can teach Art, I have a valid single subject credential, experience, and a degree to back that up. I DO have to prove that I can create beyond that sphere.

Here is just a preview of what I have created so far for this Point of Sale Application. I am not sold on the name and style but this will give you a good idea of where I am heading.