“Hey, have you heard about The Music Center’s Spotlight Program? You should audition for that! High school students can win scholarships for college.” “Who me? No way, I’m not good enough for that! Auditions sound scary.” But then that little voice in the back of your head says “Well, maybe I could try…” So if you decide to go for …
4 Things To Do Before You Study Abroad
The Lonely Londoner’s Arts & Culture Guide to Study Abroad, Part 1 So you’ve decided to study abroad. Congratulations! Now what? I’m a writer headed for London to study abroad for a year (woo hoo!) and will be posting a series of articles on the arts and culture scene for Artzray, but I’ll also be sharing practical tips about the …
Behind the Scenes with an AP Art Judge
Photo Credit nickolouse13 Behind the Scenes of AP Art “I liked grading the AP because I got a broad overview of what’s going on in the country… it puts what I do in perspective” says Barbara Thomason, a Los Angeles based artist, educator and former judge of the Advanced Placement Art Portfolio. Barbara was a master printer at Gemini G.E.L. where …
Back to School After Your First Real Job
Photo Credit: Chris Metcalf 12 Back To School Tips 1. Keep contacts 2. Remember the drive you had 3. You’ve acted like an adult before, you can do it again (if needed) 4. Unwind and have fun – you’ve earned it 5. But don’t get lazy – keep your presence up in the professional world 6. You already have accomplishments …
Art College vs. Liberal Arts: The Pros and Cons
If you’re a serious young artist, you’re probably wondering how to take your craft to the next level: what’s the best course of action when it comes to higher ed? Should you buckle down at a well-reputed art college? Or should you hunt for a strong arts department within a larger university?
18 Books Every Artist Should Read Before You’re 18
Photo by Casey Fleser Everyone has their list of books that nurture and inspire them, but this list gets to the literary heart of every artist, not to mention that nine of them have been made into great films! 1. Life of Pi by Yann Martel Life of Pi is a book that everyone should read in their young age. …