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7 Reasons Why You Should Go to Art SchoolOne of the most frequently asked questions on this site is the infamous: "Is there a point in going to Art School?" It makes my blood pressure rise every time, not so much the question itself as the fact it is asked to, and answered by, people who have no business giving advice on the matter. This article seeks to answer it once and for all, and be warned that it may come across as cutting in certain places. There's a link to my CV in my journal for those who might wonder about my own qualifications.

The short answer is: Yes, there is a point. In fact, if you want to make a carreer out of art, or design, you must go to art school. You can di

7 Reasons Why You Should Go to Art School by `majnouna

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Lao Yu Su 108

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Here's the first of probably several critiques. You've got such a great, expansive portfolio that one critique really wouldn't do the w...

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mammals 3

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My favorite parts of this piece are the textures of the animals' hair. All those crinkled lines make a pleasing contrast with the soft,...

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bluejay 1

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I always enjoy photos that tell a story. Old, used human goods are great for evoking that sense of background. Especially when they're ...

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Leucochloridium-infected Snail

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I think my favorite part about this piece is that you've placed the parasite in an actual environment, instead of just drawing it by it...

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Apr 25, 2012, 9:44:31 PM by ~NocturnalSea
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Well, uhm.... despite what I thought earlier, I'm not finding that many artists looking for critiques. I coulda' sworn there were a ton of folks out there, but I can't seem to locate 'em anymore.

I'd still like to offer critique, so if anyone is interested, let me know-- especially if there's any specific piece you'd like me to critique. Heck, you could even direct me to other artists who are looking for help.

Just trying to do my part.

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~NocturnalSea

John Meszaros
Artist | Professional | Traditional Art

United States

I'm a marine and wildlife artist based primarily out of Connecticut, but sometimes also out of Tennessee and Florida (I travel with my wife for her aerospace job). Even though my pieces are pretty stylized, I do a lot of research to try to make them scientifically accurate.
I have matted prints for sale on my website, so check it out! I'm also available for commission at reasonable prices.
Most of my stuff is also available on t-shirts from my company Nocturnal Sea Printing. E-mail me if you're interested in seeing anything on apparel.

Current Residence: Connecticut
deviantWEAR sizing preference: XL
Favourite genre of music: Tribal Fusion, Bluegrass, Zydeco
Favourite style of art: Art Nouveau
Operating System: Windows XP
Shell of choice: Florida Tree Snail, Liguus fasciatus
Wallpaper of choice: Myst scenery
Skin of choice: Cownose Ray-- soft like a wet, muscular mushroom!
Favourite cartoon character: Eek the Cat, Cutey Honey, Usopp from One Piece, Washu from Tenchi Muyo, Toph from Avatar

www.nocturnalsea.com/

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~herofan135 6 days ago

Amazing gallery! An instant watch!

~NocturnalSea 6 days ago Professional Traditional Artist

sweet, thanks!

~lady-of-many-hats Mar 30, 2012

Gah, I really like your concepts! I wish I had more time to browse your gallery, but I suppose for now a watch will have to do. :c

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..worrying too much about the quality of what you do is kind of ridiculous, and [it's] what leads to blocks...What you make is the result of your capabilities and your effort.. So you might as well stop worrying, drop the bullshit, and just make it.
-AH

~NocturnalSea Mar 30, 2012 Professional Traditional Artist

Ha-ha, thanks! Glad you like my stuff so much

~AmnioticOef Mar 25, 2012

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~Gluten-Free-Pup Mar 24, 2012

Your gallery is so wonderful! I especially love your spider pieces.

And I totally agree--Jurgen Otto is amazing.

~NocturnalSea Mar 24, 2012 Professional Traditional Artist

Thanks!

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~NocturnalSea Mar 9, 2012 Professional Traditional Artist

no problem!

~palaeorigamipete Mar 9, 2012 Hobbyist General Artist

Thank you!

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