July 2012
55 posts
Play
“There are some things that need to be practiced before and after school that help the success of an artist. Many of us come into art school with a competitive nature and do very well with the help of our instructors and peers, pushing us to do better. The challenge is keeping that drive alive after parting with your support group. Without the constant deadlines from instructors, and inspiration from classmates, it can be difficult to put forth the energy to continue working as an artist. I feel lucky. I grew up on a farm, and from an early age, had to sacrifice through hard work. I learned the benefits of work, and how it leads to accomplishment. Meeting deadlines in art school is one thing; however, it takes another kind of tenacity afterwards to propel your career as an artist forward.”
—Eliot Dudik via What I Didn’t Learn in Art School: Lessons From Photographers (via timelightbox)
“The true reward and nature of the group however, remains for me, the intrinsic opportunities it has presented. I am not talking about shows, exposure, or many of those other things that we often equate success with. Instead the opportunities I speak of involve the aspect of travel, commune, more fulfilling dialogue, and most importantly, friendship. These are the elements of life that make us whole”
—Justin James Reed speaking about the Piece of Cake Project in Ahorn magazine
Play
Play
