Draftsmen and illustrators from all branches attend the Basic Multimedia Illustrator course held at the Defense Information train searching for the necessary techniques to be a proficient and responsible artist in the Armed Forces.

Draftsmen and illustrators from all branches attend the Basic Multimedia Illustrator course held at the Defense Information train searching for the necessary techniques to be a proficient and responsible artist in the Armed Forces. The course, which has always been taught on non-Navy personnel, is being taught through a Sailor for the first time.

Chief Draftsman (SW) Michael Fitts is the now filling the instructing position for the Navy. What started as a childhood talent and be pleased with of art has blossomed into a satisfying career. "I take a chance of pride in teaching multimedia class, whether it's drafting or illustration. Knowing that the students' talents will be used for the dutiful of our country is something worth mentioning," said Fitts.

The course shapes military artists in like manner their talents can be well used wherever they are asked to serve

"There is not an 'A' exercise set up for draftsmen in this way the course is structured around helping the learners be successful in all aspects of art," said Fitts.

"I have been in the Navy for 19 years and was required to submit a portfolio with my demand to become a draftsman," said Fills. "But it's will worth the effort and satisfaction, being able to continue my and desire to create art as a job"

Sailors everywhere are able to expres themselves creatively for the beneficial of the fleet, and having a professional artist teach the multimedia course no other than strengthens their capabilities.

"Now I'm able to share my knowledge of art with my scholars which is rewarding. I know that the information I share may allow Sailors to better expres themselves, and give them the capability to be creatively responsible for their designated branch of service," said Flits.

Frantom is a photojournalist assigned to All Hands.

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