However in my 20% quest I have also realized a more specific use for the skills I want to acquire. I want to be able to create my own graphics for lesson plans and classroom items.
Originally I used photoshop to edit worksheets and other classroom assignment. For my 20% project I wanted to improve these skills to create cool abstract images. although this is fun and headed toward what I want, I need more of a purpose for these images.
Luckily I am in a curriculum integration and design class. My teacher showed us one of her curriculums and it had such cute designs, however she explained that she paid for these. Why should I have pay someone to materialize my thoughts into graphics when I can figure out how to do it on my own.
So I am slightly modifying my 20% project so that I can better utilize my developing skills. I do want to continue to learn how to make abstract graphic images as well but maybe not at this point in time.
More information to follow!