Income-Based Repayment for Freelancers
I was a full-time employee when the pandemic started and my Federal loans went into forbearance. My loans are coming out of forbearance in May, along with everyone else. But since the original deadline was at the end of January, I was getting robot calls daily about my student loans. Mostly my loan service provider […]
Going to Art School: A Complete Guide
Art school is the stuff of movies and dreams. But what is it really like to go to art school? Some get so excited about the idea or so nervous about the competitive application process. That makes it hard to figure out what going to art school will really be like. This guide will share […]
Art Portfolio Ideas: Jumpstart Your Portfolio With These Ideas
If you’re trying to build up your portfolio, it’s easy to get stuck. A strong portfolio demonstrates the best of your best, highlighting technical and conceptual skills, as well as your knowledge of media, disciplines, and art history. The pressure is high, which leads many artists to get stuck and go searching for art portfolio […]
Personal Financial Stories From an Artist
A year after finishing grad school I walked the four miles home from work each day to save the $2 I would have spent on bus fare. Four years later, I was able to afford a studio apartment in San Francisco. My personal financial stories are a rollercoaster, to say the least. I’ve paid off […]
Art Job Options: A Complete Guide to Art Jobs
Americans spend 30% of their lives working! And only 49% find their jobs very satisfying. A notable exception to that statistic is artists. 87% of arts professionals are happy in their work, and this could be why so many people are looking for art jobs. When looking for jobs, many artists tend to venture towards […]
Is Art School Worth It? 5 Easy Steps To Decide if Art School Is for You
Going to art school is a dream come true for many young artists. To go from feeling alone to living in a group of other unique artists feels amazing. To multiply your favorite high school class three or four times feels insane and special. Taking academic classes where your teachers understand your priorities is great […]
Portfolio Review 101: A Complete Guide
A portfolio review isn’t just a chance for you to talk to someone about your art or photography. It’s not a time to make your case for admission to your school of choice or the scholarship that you want. It’s mostly an opportunity to connect with someone who understands what you do and how you […]
I Want To Be an Artist
I want to be an artist. Most aspiring creators say this at some point early on, then they say it again after each setback or uncomfortable conversation. Again and again, one more time, then again. I want to be an artist. I Want To Be an Artist Disadvantages of being an artist and why it’s […]