Hello everyone (:
I'm interested in becoming a professional concept artist, up to now I've been mainly self-taught. I was wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction because I'm not sure whether going to college would be the right path? I'm well aware that there are many professional artists that have never been to college for art but which college would you recommend?
Hotarµ2 votesCollege is a huge decision. You're the only one who can make it, especially since it relies on a lot of external/personal factors like income, location, et cetera.
Have you ever worked as an artist before? If not, I would suggest getting a job or internship first, because self-taught artistry done at your own pace is a completely different experience. Employers have deadlines, require you to work with other people, meet certain criteria, and use different tools.
If you can do that and enjoy it, I'd say college is something you should think about it.
edit: (assuming you haven't done so already) And if you're ever looking for something to do in the free time or want more experience, consider making an Artstation or Tumblr where you do commissions. You can add them to your portfolio, make connections and a bit of cash on the side, and hone your skills.
No Signals1 votesThank you I appreciate the advice!
I will keep it in mind. Right now, I'm mainly looking at colleges that would allow me to improve my skill set as I don't think my art is ready for professional jobs yet. I've been looking at the FZD School of design, not only is it a great concept art school but because the program is so intense it would teach me how to keep track of deadlines and allow me to greatly improve my skills. I've always enjoyed concept art and its pretty much the only thing that I would always come back to, the only reason I would ever stop is that I would doubt my abilities.
McKuntalds2 votesDo arts in university , not for the paper mind you as thats worthless , but for the connections. You need the right connections to make that proffesion work .
As a freelancer you'll be selling masterpieces out on the street for a low buck .
Good luck !
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