Monday, March 16, 2015

The Effort Needed For Art Major Success

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By Danie Zolezzi


Choosing what to study in college can be an extremely stressful decision to make. Especially when you're one (out of many) of the students who decide to pursue an education in the arts. Becoming a business or science major would be the more practical choice; however, what if that's not where your interests lie? Here are a few tips on how to succeed as an art major and stick up for the small yet significant art majors everywhere.

Never question your love for your craft. Despite what other people say and think, do what you love. It's not helping or hurting anyone else but you. Therefore, disregard anything negative people say; they're haters. (Bye, Felicia!)

Give it your all. Stop comparing yourself to your peers because that does not help you improve, if anything, it's discouraging. Do your best; whatever your best may be.

Accept your failures. The only way we can grow as individuals is by learning from our mistakes. Therefore, welcome failures and critiques with open arms because it means you have an opportunity to improve and work harder to achieve your goal.

Leave no stone unturned. You may be working towards a music degree, but that does not guarantee you will become the next Beyonce. In no way does that mean you can't try! It only means that you have to make a plan B, C, and D in case plan A doesn't go the way you'd hoped. Exhaust all your resources and opportunities because how's that saying go about the eggs and putting all of them in that basket? Oh, right. It says that you don't do that.

It's only 4 years. That may sound like an eternity to someone just starting out. However, take it from someone who had no idea how quickly four years could fly by because that's exactly what they do. Your eight semesters in school will be over before you know it so enjoy it! Put your best foot forward and enjoy what may be your only time left doing what you love.

Whether you're a high school student considering art school or a college student struggling with choosing a major or are just have trouble justifying your choice, you are not alone. It is a difficult choice to make and can be very stressful. Just remember there are so many people who go on to very successful after choosing an art major. Next time someone asks you, "So, what job are you going to after graduation?" Simply say, "Probably the same one you'll have."




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