Joseph Spirtos

As a busy college student that has a mild work load within each class, sometimes I may not get enough time to focus on what I love to do which is drawing and exploring new mediums. I find with some of my classes such as my biology classes, I have to put more focus into in order to maintain a...

What are some of the benefits and drawbacks of working as an artist?
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I need to interview at least four people about art for my English class’ “what if project.” I would like them to be professionals in the field of interest whether that be staff at a museum or professors of art history. However, I’ve emailed a lot of people and have gotten no responses after a...

I am a high school senior, going on to major in Studio Art in university. I know that it is hard to make it as an artist, so I would like tips on how to be the most successful! How do you get noticed? How do you start a business for your art?

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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How should I get started if I want to pursue photography, specifically runway photography, and more fashion-oriented photography? I have little to no experience besides a high school class, but the career choice seems very intriguing. I'm curious about any courses or learning I could take,...

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

Halfway through my freshman year, I changed my major from geoscience to studio art. At first I felt like I was behind. I honestly still feel like that. Sometimes I get a little discouraged when I see amazing artwork from other artist and don't get me wrong, this only pushes me to do better but...

I’m currently a junior at Georgia State University, set to graduate in 2026. I’ve had a few great opportunities as a student, but I’m feeling nervous about securing and maintaining a career after graduation.

I know that artists typically make a small amount of money, but some can also make a lot more than average.

#Spring25 I'm about to transfer to CSUF and try to get into their illustration program because of my love for storytelling. I want to do concept design and art for creative projects as well as be able to make comics of my own. I want to know what I can do to make these dreams a reality.

I'm junior in college, and will graduate with a bachelor degree in art, and a minor in graphics design I'm looking for company's that are taking entry level people as I feel as though I could use some experience where should I look I'm stuck!

I'm going to school for fine arts (painting/drawing) and am nervous that my initial love for the arts will be diminished by the academic pressure of doing it for school.

I was wondering if anyone else had experiences this or had similar concerns, and what did you do to cope with that?