You’ve finally graduated. After countless all nighters and years of creatively giving it all you've got, you’ve reached the finish line. Leaving the safety of art school may seem scary but you don’t have to become a stereotypical “starving artist”. While you may not become an overnight success, having a plan and working towards it is … Continue reading You’ve Graduated Art School, Now What?
Criticism is a hard thing to take, especially when you aren't used to getting it. Art School for some, will be the first place they will experience a true critique of their artwork. This can be a dreaded experience or a giant ego boost depending on how it goes. There are a few things to … Continue reading The Good Thing About Bad Critiques
There are a lot of balls to juggle when you start art school. It can be overwhelming, challenging and awesome all at the same time. I was lucky enough to get some good advice along the way that helped make my college experience run a little smoother. Here are 5 organizational tips to help you … Continue reading ART SCHOOL SURVIVAL TIPS
Learning how to budget your money before you start your college education is more important than you may think. Whether you have government student loans, saved the money yourself or have an education fund from your parents, it's equally important to learn this skill. It can be tempting to go on a bit of a … Continue reading Art Student on a Budget
You’ve interviewed, researched and stalked potential art schools and finally picked a few if not THE candidate….now what? Brace yourself for the formal entry process which requires A LOT of forms, your transcripts from high school, an interview and or essay, rights to your first born child (not actually) and most importantly, your portfolio. This … Continue reading College Entry Portfolio Tips
I’ll admit, the school I chose was one I had always had my eye on so this wasn’t a long process for me. Let’s be real honest here for a minute though……art school IS NOT cheap. So if you’re spending the hard-earned money your parents saved up for you or you’re taking out government loans….you better … Continue reading Choosing The Right Art College For You
