Artists Deserve Time
Money is important to artists because money buys time. It’s easy to believe that the next grant, teaching position, or opportunity will change everything, but it may not. Most artists I know constantly feel like they can’t get enough time in the studio. And even when they get there, they often find it hard to […]
What Art School Should I Go To? How To Pick the Right Art School
Choosing the right art school is important. Your first couple of terms at art school will set the tone for the rest of your college experience. If you feel too challenged, or not challenged enough, it will be difficult to stay motivated and engaged. Some art schools are old prestigious schools, while others are newer […]
Make Art Every Day: How to Make It Happen
How many people actually have time to make art every day? And how can you do it without getting tired of your art practice and being in the studio? What could fall apart in your life if you spend every day making your art? Not every artist has these kinds of thoughts, but I do. […]
How To Afford Art School: The Complete Guide
The cost of attendance for art school is pretty high. While the average cost of attendance for a public college is $38,270 per year, the average cost of art school attendance is $70,000+. Cost of attendance isn’t just tuition. It also includes: This article will cover everything you need to know about how to afford […]
Get Paid for Art? Is That Still Possible?
And why did I start Artists Deserve Money? Because I wanted to continue to help artists and to get artists paid. I started this site by sharing what I learned while I was working in education. But at this point, I’m not sure if I am doing anything more than throwing more words onto the […]
How To Build an Art Portfolio for College in 8 Easy Steps
Most recommendations for how to build an art portfolio focus on the work you should make. That’s important, but there are a few other things you’ll want to know if you’re doing portfolio preparation for art college. These are some simple steps that can help when you’re building an art portfolio for college that can […]
The Difference Between Pay As You Earn and Revised Pay As You Earn and Other Scary Stories
Financial aid repayment is confusing, to say the least. I worked in education for over 16 years. For many of those years I was counseling incoming students about financial aid, but I still couldn’t tell you the difference between Pay As You Earn and Revised Pay As You Earn without digging back into my research. […]
Being a Junior Graphic Designer: Everything You Need to Know
While it has been many years since I’ve been a graphic designer, my research tells me that, aside from technology, this career hasn’t changed much. So, I want to share my experience as a junior graphic designer, and why I chose to move in a different direction. Calling All Creatives: Your Voice Matters Here I […]
How To Prepare for Art School
The first year of art school is often the hardest for students. It’s a big change– living in a strange place, new rules and rituals, and a heavy workload of classes and homework. For many, this is also their first time living on their own. All of the above can be uncomfortable and stressful if […]
How I Review an Art Portfolio
An art portfolio review can be nerve-wracking, terrifying, and painful. It can also be an incredible experience that will teach you a lifetime of lessons that you’ll bring with you into the studio. To prepare you for your first art portfolio review, let’s pretend I’m reviewing your art portfolio in person at a Portfolio Day […]