Kim Matthews

Why do you have a passion for art? Who/what inspired you to become an artist?

I'm in highschool. 11th grade.

I was able to get a plateroom job, which from the past year there seems relatively easy. Not suprised they hired me it's not that hard to do, still alot to know and remember of course. Im wondering what are some jobs, IN and NOT IN, the printing industry that I can apply for having worked this...

hello! I recently got into an art class that i signed up for in 7th grade im in 8th grade now and im not into art anymore or at least im not when im told to… we recently did an assignment with shading and tracing arrows which was super annoying and it gave me pretty bad anxiety, how can i be...

I would love to hear your stories of resources that have helped you in the past and future and stuff you've heard of that may help someone soon soon will go to University to get an art degree

I want to go into art restoration, I love museums, science, history and am an artist. However, Im not sure what the best major to start the path would be. The school I can afford does not offer many art or history centric majors although they provide Anthropology. Would this be a smart decision...

I'm a freshman in college, some of my favorite hobbies are reading, coding, and gaming.

Hello everyone! I really am passionate about the arts, specifically film and I do a lot of editing, art and design stuff on my free time. I did illustrate a children's book for example back in high school, however, I did end up choosing to major in business and management for uni. I guess my...

I start college next fall and opened an Etsy store to make some money to help cover tuition (digital media major), but I want to work on opening commissions to help pay and develop a portfolio before I go. Also if you have any tips on getting your art seen I'd really appreciate it.

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I'm looking to be a graphic designer as my major and I'm not sure what happens after college

I'm an non-traditional student in my freshman year of school at Cleveland Institute of Art, and I'm preparing to major in Animation.

I'm a sophomore art major and just want some advice on things like new habits to do or anything like that that would help make the change from being a college student to working professionally easier and on what I should expect in trying to find an art based career.

Hello! I have previously sought college advice in some of my former posts about pursuing a Bachelor's degree. I am currently considering doing an Associate's degree instead of that and planning from there if going on to a Bachelor's is something I'm interested in. I would like to ask, since I'm...

I want advice because I am studying art, and I want to start building my career early

I dream to have my own art business where I can sell my art prints and stickers. I want to know what steps I should follow to make this happen?

I'm someone who has been jumping around majors before finally landing on art school as a path to go. I've heard a lot of mixed stories about whether art school was worth it or not. To anyone who currently attends, graduated or teaches, what are your opinions ?

Such as designing advice, good habits to build early, skill builders, etc.

I don’t have a lot of money saved up yet, so I’m trying to figure out what makes the most sense for my first year of college. I plan to study ceramics and eventually earn my master’s in fine arts, so I want to choose the option that will set me up for success both financially and academically.

I'm in art school, majoring in Technology, Art, & Design with an emphasis in graphic design. I'm wondering what habits and behaviors will set a student like me up for success VS. the ones that will simply just get me a passing grade.

I am a high school senior planning on pursuing a career in the arts. For college, I may major in fine or studio arts. After I obtain my bachelor's degree, would it be best to own my own business or to get a job as an artist?

What is the most difficult part of getting a job in the art field at this point and time? and what can I do to get it done efficiently? #Fall25

What majors and minors in college will help me? What kind of internships should I be looking for and how can I find them? I'm currently working to get a degree in art history and minor in painting or museum studies. I'm currently involved in various art-related activities as a senior in...

I think art is a fun hobby

Hi! I'm wondering if I could get any tips of how to add more detailed features into my drawings. When I'm older, I plan to make manga for people and for fun! So please if you have any tips, please tell me, thank you! :)

What majors in college lead to a career in this field? How should I approach an educational path? What schools have good offering? Thanks!

I'm a junior in high school, and while I have an interest in writing and many other kinds of art, I have little to no motivation to actually pursue these things or work at them, especially when it's such an uncertain field. I'm not sure I should bother trying to pursue something I like, and...

is this a good field of study to remain and pruse my passion or should i move on from the dream and find a field that will guaranteed me a good future

I'm trying to make at most 20 dollars.

I am currently an art major, and I am content with this major, but now I am back having doubts because yesterday I was at a job fair, and a man I spoke to said he’s met many art majors and said it was difficult for them to find a job because so. He suggested that I should change my major. I’m...

I am going to be in 10th grade in the fall, and I honestly don't have a dream career or job in mind. I used to want to be an artist or do fashion-related jobs, but they don't pay as well as I would want. I am seeking advice for a career path that ensures me financial independence and stability...

I need help with starting up a graphic design business, understanding the business side of things and help with my lack of confidence in my ability and knowing how to go about all of this. I'm a systems kind of person so it would help to understand the system of running a business ; the...

Hello, I am an art studio major student, and I want to make movies, more specifically animated movies (I plan to be the next Walt Disney). However, sometimes it feels like I choose the wrong major. I have already been in this major for three years and I'm scared to think that I waisted my time....

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This question is related specifically to Art History and Museum Studies related internships for incoming Undergraduate students.

i don't have any experience in this and i need help fast if i want to get into art school

i am currently 16 but i'm trying to get ahead of the game and be prepared for college i don't know exactly what courses i would need to take but i know something for art and also business education. i know it isn't needed yet but i'm trying to go ahead and get ready and learn as much as...

I am 15 years old I'm a freshman and I'm looking to start working I have the goal to creat a manga book.

What sort of future career do I need to look into with a future Associate’s degree in business administration and Bachelor’s degree in marketing? I currently attend Miami Dade college for my associates and plan to transfer to a state university. My interests center around art and I wish to work...

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Is there anything I should avoid or go for in these cases? #Spring25

What are some of the biggest challenges Graphic designers face today? I'm considering going into graphic design, but I'm hesitant due to the use of AI.

Do they work for a specific company? Are they more successful freelance? What does a day in the life of a graphic designer look like exactly and how do they manage to get assignments done efficently?

I am interested in math, art, working with people, especially people with special needs and/or disabilities, and learning all sorts of new information. #Spring25

Which organizations or events in NYC are best for meeting other designers?

I am currently entering the Creative Technologies Major at UC Santa Cruz. It is a relatively new major and has not been around for long so I know I wont be able to get a lot of hyper specific help. The major has many different pathways to follow and I'm excited to see where my passions and...

I'm just curious since it's a career that doesn't pay much and pose its own challenges. I also heard it's easy to become burnt out creatively when taking an art class. Is that true?

I am currently an undergraduate fine arts student, and I just would like to know where to start for a career as a painter. Should I start with social media or should I try to find exhibitions to showcase my art?

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What phone apps can I use to be more creative with my art? After my college education I’d like to start selling my art at arts and crafts shows and I want to be more creative and successful.

I would like to become an artist after university. Is a typical day just doing art? Reaching clients? Setting up an exhibit?

I'm a high school senior who just got admitted into Saic (School of Art Institute of Chicago) and am having a hard time figuring out which kind of art I wanna branch out to I have mostly been into Illustration/fine arts but I wanna know if it'll be worth changing into animation.

Is it self publishing or seeking out a publisher or working under an editor? I heard it's a very competitive field and I want to know all the information I can get to get an advantage over my competitors. How do I set a good schedule and avoid burnout? How do I become consistent?