Fine Arts Degree

What is a Fine Arts Degree?

Van Gogh, Picasso, Rembrandt, Da Vinci. These are the names of some of the great artists in all of history. Is your name next to be remembered for all of time? Apply today to earn a fine arts degree and who knows what the future will hold.

Artists use paint, acrylics, pastels, pencils, clay, computers, or any other material you can imagine to express feelings or ideas through artwork. They are the people who have artwork displayed in museums, art galleries, and in people's homes. You will learn about this and more at art school. 

While only the most talented and successful artists work full time on their art, anyone with a passion for art and a degree may pursue work in the fine arts field. They might work in museums or galleries; at a publication as an art critic; as a collection consultant to a private collector; or teach fine art to students at an art school.

Those in the fine arts tend to specialize in a few closely-related media. There are painters, drawers, or sculptors. They tend to master one style with a certain material, such as painting impressionist pieces with oil acrylics. Artists with the highest degree of skill and talent in a niche will be the most successful.

Artists work in studios that can be located in the home, in an office, in a warehouse, or in rented space. Studios vary in their working conditions, but they're generally open and full of natural light so artists can accurately see the colors that they're working with. There is some risk of fume inhalation when working with paint, ink, and other toxic materials. Artists who are employed at a company, agency, or firm usually work a standard 40- hour work week.

There is little truth to the ""starving artist"" stereotype. Fine artists make $45,000 a year on average, according to BLS.gov. With unlimited potential for advancement, the most famous and prestigious artists earn $90,000 and above.

How can I get a Fine Arts Degree?

In order to earn a degree in the fine arts you must search for colleges and universities that offer a program that suits you. Once you choose a program, you will have to decide if you want to earn your bachelors, masters, or PhD degree in fine arts. Depending on what field of fine arts you wish to work in will determine which degree you'll need to earn. Regardless of the degree you choose to earn, most fine arts majors will take courses in drawing, painting, and art history. A degree in fine arts will not only teach you how to become an artist, but also will inform you about the history of famous artists and the impact of their art.

Sharpen your artistic ability by attending art school today!