Is "art instruction school" worth it?

Question

I got called back by the "art instruction school" where you do all the work at home and send it back to them. I think i want to try it, but i dont know if its worth it.

I'm going to a community college next semester, but i was thinking this would be a good thing to also have since i'm going to be majoring in art anyway.
Its also not that expensive and thats one of the reasons it appealed to me. Does anybody know whether its even worth the time and money either way?

Answer 1

I am currently a student of Art Instruction School, and I think it is definitely worth it. So many correspondence courses are not legitimate and I understand the skepticism behind others comments, but this one was founded in 1914 and they must be doing something right to still be in business 92 years later. Also, not everyone who applies is accepted, unlike other mail correspondence courses that are just interested in taking your money.

The Art Instruction School was initially designed to train illustrators for the print industry and their graduates were in such high demand that they expanded their courses to include a Fundamentals of Art course. They were the only art school Charles Schulz ("Peanuts" cartoonist) ever trained with. This is not to say that I think they are the only art instruction any aspiring artist would ever need, but they definitely give you a great foundation to build from. The courses start at a very basic level and build from there. Your final assignment is to build a portfolio of 7 projects - lettering, logo development, portrait, figure illustration, commercial illustration, and 2 free choice drawings - which is a great start to a portfolio. Also, many people do not realize that Art Instruction School is an accredited member of the Distance Education and Training Council, and the courses award up to 24 college credits, depending on the college you are attending.

Hope this information is helpful to you in making your decision :-)

Answer 2

One of my dearest friends in my life, got a scholorship to the Fort Lauderdale School of Art back in my High School daze. Her name was Bonnie McKay and the only advice that I would give you ; is;
to thoughly check out every institution that you are interested in! Who there instructors are and what their credentials are. Be specific about what YOU are looking to gain and how they can help YOU achieve that goal. I may sound a bit synical, but I am truly eiry of any at home "art" schools" where you do the work and
'mail' it in for review. You; in all actuallity; have no idea who is grading or giving you advice. My nod would go to the Community College. If you need financial help there, please investigate all of the grant possibilities available to you. The internet boasts of an:
access to 1.7 million scholorships worth over 7 billion dollars for free, with no application fees or other BS, that others try to sneak in on you. You also might want to find a museum to work w/ or at and perhaps pick - up an internship with an artist, which I personally, think would do you more good than any professor would; but; as an artist; it IS your call. I am a writer and I wish you a blessed carrer -please let me know how you do, I haven't thought of my old high school buddy, Bonnie, in 20 some years
and I thank you for that.
the:
"Nite"
Owl

Answer 3

yes, I believe art Instruction is worth every penny. Plus any job out there that is hiring for art thee days wants a degree. Even though I have hundreds of dollars invested in art books for self learning, nothing was better than school. I learned from my teachers and my class mates as well.

Answer 4

As long as you can draw Tippy the Turtle or the Pirate, I'd say go for it. Actually, take a pass. All you are receiving is 10% discount as an incentive to be a student at their school. Find a real school.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

Your better off with the college. Because it's accredited so you can transfer classes to another school. Personally, I think it's better to work with a live teacher rather than by mail in this situation.

Answer 7

When I was younger The same thing happened to me. In my opinion skip the mail in lessons and go for the hands on approach from college instructors. Idid and my work became more professional as well as saleable.

Answer 8

don't do it, It's a rip off !..It cost to much money to be worth it...they didn't do anything for me but sell me a book for $450.00..do the art instruction school thing..

Answer 9

With any educational undertaking; the amount of time and effort you put in will yield a reciprocal reward.

Answer 10

I think its alright.. depending on how well versed are you at art.. or what level of an artist are you..