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Ellen Rosenthal

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Helen Sep 01, 2017 3228 views

What are some careers that combine STEM fields, the arts, and the humanities?

I am incredibly interested in these fields, and am also quite indecisive/unsure about what major(s) to pursue. I'd like to be alerted to any existing career paths that combine these elements.

#stem #women-in-stem #art #humanities

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Reid Aug 31, 2017 3736 views

Is there such thing as a stable art career?

My most emotionally invested passions include different artistic forms, such as theatre, acting, and visual arts. I'm contemplating pursuing one of these fields as a career, but have been warned that going to college and studying any of these for a major is financial suicide. There's never any...

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Terrence Sep 01, 2017 726 views

How do you know what school is right for you?

Im having a hard time trying to decide what school i want to pursue. I am currently going into my last year of high school and looking to improve my grades so that i can get into a good college. I am looking at design and art schools because I am currently majoring in Industrial design. #design...

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josee Aug 30, 2017 949 views

What's the best way to gain art history experience?

I am an art history major and I am struggling to get a job in any museum or galleries. How do I gain real life art history experience? #art #art-history #history

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Josephine Jun 03, 2017 1026 views

Is it possible to be accepted into competitive art schools without art extracirriculars?

Not that I necessarily want to go to an art school, but I would like to look at all possible options. I have always loved art and am self taught--where though I never had lessons or took classes, I was able to be accepted to a competitive high school to study art. However, I chose to go to a...

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Josephine Jun 02, 2017 1621 views

Is it bad to have TOO many extracurriculars on the college app?

Although I am not applying to college yet, I am involved in many extracirriculars because I have a lot of different interests that may not relate to each other like singing, drawing, science, writing, etc. If I continue to do all these extracirriculars (simply because I will enjoy them), would...

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Htet Htet May 30, 2017 3321 views

I am interested in drawing. What collage should I go? What career should I follow?

I would appreciate suggestions for my better future. I draw most days. I would like to know about careers in drawing. #art #design #artist #drawing

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Trenton Oct 21, 2015 1435 views

What degree do i need to get to go into a institute for art and animation?

I'm curious about what I need to get into a institute #art #animation #institute

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lauryn Mar 02, 2016 1086 views

What majors would I need to look into if I were interested in being a producer and art director.

I am currently a high school senior and I am interested in music, art , and media. I am not set on being a producer and art director, but it had been suggested to me and I am considering it. I would like to know if there are any specific majors I should be seeking and also any other careers...

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Raheem Feb 10, 2017 694 views

will i need a permit if i was to decide to do a little street art

if i was a street artist would i need a permit.....if so, can anybody tell me how do i get one

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Katrina Jun 18, 2015 2976 views

What majors would I need to take to become an Art Therapist for teens or kids?

Hi I am a freshman in high school and I was wondering what majors for college I would need to take to be an art therapist for teens and kids. I want to go into therapy and I want to know what to do to get there. #art #majors #therapy #teenagers #art-therapy

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Santa Oct 12, 2015 1284 views

How to make a transition from fine arts to design?

Hello, I am studding plastic arts and recently I rediscovered my passion for geometry and spatial expressions, I would love to pursue a career in design rather than becoming an artist. Even though plastic and applied arts are similar disciplines to study, I worry that requirements in job...

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shannah Feb 24, 2016 1189 views

how early should someone in high school start making portifilos?

it's just a question that just came to me and i was just wondering because when i find the answer i can help me by letting me know if should start now or a little later in my high school years. #internships #art #fashion #success #planning

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Eris May 08, 2017 756 views

Are there any recommended colleges I should go to if I want to be an artist?

Preferably colleges in the Mountain region of the United States, but any suggestions are very helpful and appreciated. #art #artist

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Lliana Apr 13, 2017 1188 views

What kind of jobs can you get with an Information Science major and Studio Arts minor?

I'm in college and my major is currently undecided, but I'm interested in getting an IS major and SA minor. #computer #art #information-technology #artist #digital-art #information-systems #information-design #undecided

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megan Apr 04, 2017 1108 views

I am thinking about double majoring in nonprofit organizations and art history. Is this a good idea?

In the future I would like to eventually work in a museum and or gallery. I would preferably like to work my way up to becoming in charge of a museum or something of that nature. I know most museums now a days are nonprofit so would teaming up majors be a smart decision? All I am for sure of...

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lindsey Mar 22, 2017 648 views

if i go to college for art and dance , is is more likely i will have to have non paying internships , with a side job to get money ?

i understand that it is quite hard to get a good paying job involving art , and im fine with interships with a side job . #art #artist #dance

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alondra Mar 08, 2017 1858 views

If i wanted to become a fashion designer or an artist, would it be smart to major in business and minor in art? How does one become a successful artist and what is a smart path that'll benefit me for both?

I love art, i enjoy painting and drawing. I am also big on clothes, I would love to become a fashion designer or an artist. I'm very indecisive on which to choose and i just wanted to know which path would benefit me for both? Is there any good colleges for both of those categories? #art...

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lindsey Mar 08, 2017 793 views

what does it take to make it into a good art school and make a good paying career out of it ?

I am interested in many careers but im not sure what i want to do yet . I love art and i would love to focus my career on it , or dance , but i only want to do it if im going to be happy with my decision later on , is it a good pay ? will i have to have a side job ? ect. #art #artist #dance

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Mohammad Mar 07, 2017 3034 views

How do you handle behavioral interview questions when not prepared?

Say you are in a job interview and you get asked a behavioral interview question such as "cite a situation when you had to adapt to changes beyond your control" or the like and you had no particular story present even though you might have had that exact situation happen to you. How would you...

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Kelly Mar 03, 2017 1032 views

Is it better to go to an art college, or an arts and sciences college?

I'm a freshmen in high school, and I'm currently trying to choose between a college specifically for art, or an arts and sciences college. If I wanted to major in illustration, which type of college should I go to? Is it better to go to an arts and sciences college because I will meet different...

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mckenna Feb 24, 2017 1558 views

What colleges are best for artists?

iv heard alot of bad reviews on the art institutes. im 15 and about to graduate in 2 year. im so stressed out about college. does anyone have any ideas #art #design #creative-arts

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mckenna Feb 24, 2017 604 views

What is the best paying, yet enjoyable jjob choice for a sketch pad artist?

i love art and want to make a carrer out of it. yet all the jobs eaither pay very little or have to do with computers. does anyone know of any jobs?

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Leah Feb 11, 2017 1022 views

How easy is it to be hired to an art-related job outside of teaching art after you graduate?

Peopel say certain majors are seen as iirational because of way they will be beneficial after secondary schooling. However, I have yet to be informed on the actual possibilities of jobs for those mahors and why they are so difficult to have a career in. #jobs #art #careers #fine-art

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Antonio Feb 10, 2017 917 views

What kind of art pictures and collages do i need for an art design school

To get and do what i need to get to one of these colleges #art #physical #painting #clothes #collages #peotry

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Elliott Jan 08, 2017 974 views

If I want to be an artist in the gaming industry, is it best to go to college first?

Right now I'm a running art student and I have decided that I want to be a concept artist. I am thinking about going to Digipen in Redmon WA but its expensive. Is it worth it to go to art school, or should I try to start working right away? I have a lot of motivation to go far in this field,...

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Rita Dec 07, 2016 1177 views

What college or university can I attend for illustration and/or cartooning, that doesn't require SAT or ACT scores, and also has dorms?

I am confused on how to make comics for a living. #art #fine-art #drawing #creativity #comics #drawing-skills #visual

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Archived Oct 20, 2016 1104 views

What career would be right for me?

I am in college but is still indecisive since I'm currently doing pre-nursing but my interests are more about aesthetics in art, photography, and photo editing or something around that. As you see those things don't match up. What career would be good for me? P.S I don't want to be a graduate...

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Joana Oct 14, 2016 1437 views

What can I do for liberal arts?

I am in college right now and I have no idea what I want to do, I heard this major they offer called liberal arts, it sounds interesting but I have no idea what careers are out there for liberal arts.
#art #english #arts #studies #liberal

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Chrisanthi May 16, 2016 1219 views

What should you be prepared for as a freelance artist fresh out of college?

This could apply to architecture, fine arts, graphic design, or anything similar. I know at this point in my life that I wish to do something with art. What originally discouraged me from making this decision was the "starving artist" trope. Many people assume that artists can't make a living...

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Carmen May 18, 2016 1077 views

Is it worth the time and money to get a degree in Fine Arts?

Interested in getting a degree in Fine Arts #art #artist #fine-art

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Kayla May 18, 2016 1200 views

I am majoring in art but i haven't narrowed it down from there yet. What major in art would be the best career wise?

I like all kind of art and I am not sure if I want to major in design, or graphic art or visual art. There are so many different branches in the art field. I am not sure which would be best. #art #fine-art #fine-arts

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Karen Aug 08, 2016 1951 views

How can I pursue a career that does not assure financial stability in the future?

I want to ask this question on behalf of some of my friends who are struggling with the same situation. These particular friends are unimaginably talented in the things they like to do. For example, one may excel in art and another may be superior in music. As you and I may know, finding work...

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Kelsi May 27, 2016 1184 views

Would it be considered illogical to pursue a career in art while I attend college due to the fact that the world seems to be focused on technological and scientific advances as opposed to artistic abilities?

I absolutely love everything about art! It is perhaps one of my biggest passions. While I do want to pursue my dreams, I want to also be able to survive in the world.

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Andrew May 27, 2016 1908 views

How easy is it to get into the art industry.

I have always loved art and plan to pursue a career in that field after college. #art #drawing #painting #illustration

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alexis May 27, 2016 1040 views

is it a good idea to start interning at museums or art related places?

i want to get involved in my art community and hopefully find a job that specializes in fine arts #art #fine-art #the-arts

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Samantha May 22, 2016 2306 views

Career in art education... Worth it?

My art teacher keeps telling me that one day I will also become an art teacher. I've always been set on editing, but I had always thrown around his idea as well and now that he mentions seeing it in me, I'm more seriously considering it. It would also be an option that would be flexible enough...