What are some solutions when you cannot pay for art school?
2yr
Eduardo Lluberes
1. Taking online classes.
Pros:
• Affordable in comparison to art schools
• More value in terms of education
Cons:
• It is harder to have a social life
That being said, the reason why I am starting this post is because I would like to have some insight from others artists.
For me, the best option would be to take online classes. However, the social aspect is what is difficult for me, because compared to an art school; where you will most likely meet people, online you would not be able to meet people so easily.
Now, my questions are the following:
1. What are some things that you can do in order to take online classes, but still being able to meet people and perhaps make friends?
2. What online classes do you recommend?
(FYI I’m interested in: illustration, concept art, story boarding)
I hope this post helps other people as well,
For your first question.
1) I live in a place with a lot of free community center art classes. If you have access or can commute to a town close by, go to these.
2) I've also met several fellow artists from my day job. Finding an awesome day job, with supportive coworkers and management, that celebrate your skills and passions is huge. Coworkers turn into friends turn into art buddies. Plus you're developing a plan B.
3) Try to find a local art center/open studio. They may have free events like #1, or have space for you to go work on your art amongst other artists. Some are free, and offer great quality. Others are paid, but are still cheaper and less of a financial commitment than art school. A local example to me: https://www.visarts.org/studio-access/studios/drawing-painting/
I would like to add this video, which I think is very helpful in regards of this subject:
https://youtu.be/BIGOwhGR2zY
