Artists must be innovators, always. The more one knows about the history of art, the easier it is to gain inspiration from what others have done in the past. However, this knowledge can also make you feel like you are merely copying what has been done before.

Art school will teach you how to look at a piece of art and not just see it as an imitation of something else. You can learn new things from old art, and you can learn new ways to express your own ideas and thoughts through your own way of creating.

Art school can help you to find your own niche in an industry that is already extremely competitive. Through my blog I will share my experiences with other young entrepreneurs and help them realize that art school is not only for people who want to become artists!

After a year in college, my friend decided to take some time off. He spent the summer traveling and working odd jobs. One day he found himself at a construction site, where he helped a group of men build a house from scratch.

When asked what he did for work, he explained that he was an artist. One of the men on the crew said, “You mean you paint pictures?” My friend replied “Yes,” explaining that he’d been to art school and had studied painting. The man’s eyes lit up, and he asked what the most important piece of advice was that my friend had learned in art school.

“The most important thing I learned,” my friend answered, “is not to make any big decisions when you’re extremely hungry.”

The man laughed, but there was an uncomfortable silence among the rest of the crew. After a moment one of them spoke up: “So if you don’t want to make big decisions when you’re hungry, how do you decide what to do with your life?”

It’s not easy to earn a living as an artist. But I’m convinced it’s worth it: An education in studio art is one of the best possible things you can get for your creative life as an entrepreneur. Here are eight

Many people all over the world are in the process of creating something wonderful. The drive to create is one of the most powerful forces in the universe, and it’s what motivates many of us to work at making things better.

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I’m going to show you how art school can prepare you for the demands of entrepreneurship. I’ve been an entrepreneur for more than 20 years, and I’ve worked with thousands of artists, musicians, and writers. Here are some of the key ways that art school can help you as an entrepreneur:

1. Artistic community. Artists share a sense of community and support that I have never seen anywhere else. There is a network already in place for you to find collaborators and mentors who will help you strengthen your ideas and your business acumen.

3. Constant practice with feedback. You can practice your art almost every day, but if you’re not getting feedback from others on your work, it’s very difficult to grow as an artist or a person. At art school, you’ll be surrounded by teachers who are there to help you improve your work and make sense of what’s going on around you.

4. You’ll learn how to be self-directed and focused. Running a business isn’t easy, and

Art schools are popular among artists, but not for the reason you think. Going to art school is like going to business school for an entrepreneur.

1) You get to hang with other people who have to make things.

2) You learn more about the process of making art.

3) You get access to a community of successful artists and mentors who can give you feedback on your work and provide advice on how to move forward.

4) You make connections that will help you find opportunities in your field or network.

5) You learn how to run a business, including how to market yourself and your art.

6) It’s cheaper than starting a business yourself because you don’t have to pay for an office or other overhead costs at first (though you will be paying tuition).

7) The connections you make can lead directly into a job after graduation, which is rare for entrepreneurs who start their own businesses from scratch.”

After viewing the various art studios available, the most important aspect of an art education is the ability to learn. Art may be a creative process, but it’s also a discipline. You must learn to learn, and this is the most valuable skill you can obtain in school.

And while you don’t have to be able to draw or paint, being able to is a huge plus.

If you do take an art class, use it as an opportunity to learn how artists think and how they approach different problems. If you are an artist, use it as an opportunity to meet people who might want to hire you one day, who might become clients or partners someday.

It’s amazing what you can come up with if you think creatively about your future.

Art school is an excellent choice for anyone who is smart, driven and talented. The skills you learn in art school will benefit you for life, whether you go on to make art or not. Here are just a few of the things I learned in my two years at RISD:

How to take a critique.

How to collaborate with people when you don’t agree with them.

How to set goals and stick to them.

The difference between getting the job done and doing it right.

How to learn from your mistakes.

And that’s just the beginning! If you have an independent streak, are curious about the world, like working hard and don’t mind being wrong once in a while, then art school is definitely the right choice for you!

Art school is an expensive waste of time. Or so goes the conventional wisdom.

I disagree. I believe that art school has benefits that outweigh its costs, and that it’s an excellent option for anyone who finds themselves with a few years and several thousand dollars to spare.

Here are three benefits I found:

1) A large group of people with similar goals. You get to be around people who want to make art or design things as much as you do. You get to compare yourself to them and feel good about how much you’re doing, which helps you avoid the trap of judging your progress by the amount of positive feedback you’re getting (e.g. from clients). This makes it easier to stay focused on improving your work, rather than on making money, which is why a lot of young designers complain that they “can’t take criticism” because they’re too busy thinking about how they’ll respond to it emotionally.

2) A sense of purpose and identity, without needing anyone else’s permission. You get to figure out what it means for you to be an artist and create whatever you want without having someone tell you whether or not it’s acceptable, then share those creations with other people who appreciate them. This makes it easier to deal with rejection