Maria
Can i go to a fine arts college after getting my bachelors in finance?
I'm going to the University of Pittsburgh in the fall for a finance degree because I had it implanted in my brain that i would go and get a bachelors in finance, go to medical school, and be some sort of physicians assistant. Now that i'm getting older and starting to have some self realization, I'm starting to realize that I love being creative and expressing myself and making things come to life like in video production and design and now i don't really know how to achieve that.
I figured i could just get the bachelors degree in finance as a back up and then go to the Art Institute of Pittsburgh later to work on that career, but i'm concerned that when I go there I'm not going to fit in or do as well because I imagine myself being surrounded by tons of artists.
Is this as good decision or am I fooling myself into thinking I could succeed at this. I don't have much family support (father) when it comes to the fine arts. He thinks its a wasted field and that it's more of a hobby than a career. #fine-art #video #production #film-editing #online-gaming
4 answers
Craig Billings
Craig’s Answer
I think your plan makes sense. I went to college and received a BA in English and minored in Art. After graduating I decided I wanted to pursue art, so I applied to the University of Buffalo art department and was accepted for undergraduate classes. What is important is that you have a body of work (a portfolio) to show the Art school (via slides, email jpeg's, or send via memory stick or CD) because they will use that criteria to accept you (as well as your transcripts from your undergraduate in Finance). One advantage I had was that I could spend 100% of my time on art classes, as I took all the other non-art required courses in obtaining my English degree. Once I had enough credits (3 years of undergraduate art classes), I applied to graduate school in art and in 2 years received my MFA in painting. I then got a job in the automotive industry to support me and my art habit. Therefore your degree in finance can certainly help you find work after you graduate to support you in your art career endeavors. If the art does not work out, you still can pursue whatever you want and be supported by your Finance degree/employment. I recommend you get involved in your art at whatever college you go to for finance, as many schools also have art departments that might be able to help you determine the direction you wish to take in the art field. Lastly, in today's world you might be able to take both subjects at the same time depending upon what school you choose.
Charlie Forbes
Charlie’s Answer
Your finance background would give you a strong business background. Could be valuable if you ever wanted to run your own production company. Being diversified is a good thing.
Kevin Martin
Kevin’s Answer
You can keep playing and making music whatever you decide. Keep your skills up and an opportunity will arise.
I practice the drum kit about 8 hours a week and guitar 3 hours a week. Keeping a practice schedule will help you decide if music is your career or hobby. Good luck!
Lauren Breen
Lauren’s Answer
I have a few thoughts here - 1. one of the great things about the industry is that you can do it on your own time (now I don't know how that would fit in with being a Physician Assistant's schedule but there are plenty of freelance opportunities that all you to work on things at nights and weekends). 2. You can break into the industry no matter what you major is.
Getting your foot in the door is all about interning, networking, and experience.