IrisR
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Yes I have applied.
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Open houses I attended Yale, MICA, PAFA, William Paterson University, Rutgers, Parson Yale and PAFA go all out serving food and faculty is available to talk to you about their programs. Student work is of current students in the program. I was able to talk to talk to MFA students and see their work. I saw a few really amazing artist, lots of in the middle and than of course some you wonder what they will do after they graduate. Rutgers was down to earth, some light refreshment serves. They are not about the food. Galleries are easy to access and are filled with current MFA and BFA students work. (Very impressive ) I was able to talk to MFA students but not many. Wish more students had their studio open that day. Not sure if that is due to Rutgers only allowing their best to be available. Their works where good. Great feedback on what they like to see you you application. William Paterson University must have been the oddest open house I have visited. You get to meet with the department head one on one which was nice but there was no tour of the facilities. I took it upon myself and walked over to the artist building and gave myself a tour. I did not like that the art building is so removed from the rest of the campus. They have a 3 year program but no TA. Parson was holding the National Portfolio Day this year. The building is quite impressive but the energy coming from the student was pretty negative. You could sense the anxiety of the students. I focused on what I wanted to find out and visited as many Universities as I could fit into the time I had. I was quickly made aware of programs I had not considered. But the digital National Portfolio Day online allowed me to dive into more question and find out information I did not have time to gain at Parson's event. Other I visited via appointment: Alfred University and University of Delaware Alfred University was certainly the most adventures drive. Was hit by a road gator and almost did not make it to Alfred. Great little town and wonderful facilities. The ceramic facilities are very impressive. Since the program is new the MFA studios had not been ready yet. The BFA work I saw was impressive. The faculty are very much engages in the art scene. Delaware had an MFA student give me their tour. That was wonderful as I was able to ask question as we toured the campus. Painters studios are large with natural lighting. Photo studios are small but you have access to larger ones as needed. They too have an impressive ceramic studio. Easy parking for MFA students is certainly a bonus. Grad student told me that University of Delaware goes all out to ensure you have the support to become a professional artist.
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Some University websites are like a scavenger hunt. They make it difficult to see student and faculty work. I appreciate the Universities who respect students time and have all the needed information in one place easy to access.
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I have not taken the time to figure out how many applicant each MFA program actually gets. Is this information on the University website? Your words in the MFA gods ears lol. I have been around the block a while it helps you figure out what you really want from life. Good to know about the spelling. I like the calendar idea as well. This way you know when to follow up if you have not gotten word from a given MFA program. My house would thank me if I used my energy to clean it lol.
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As long as you make clear that is where the work was created. It illustrated what you have been doing after graduation.
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Thank you well written and a good point for visiting institutions before you commit to their programs. I like to see the works of current MFA students especially the ones who are about to graduate. I feel that is very telling on how strong a MFA program a given University truly has.
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I have not attended SACI in Florence myself, but many Rowan University students went there and love the time they spend at SACI. I believe they are touring the US right now to promote their program. I am not sure if you are aware many MFA program have agreements with SACI and even if you apply in the US you could still have an opportunity to attend SACI in Italy. NY The exhibition will be on view from January 18 to March 31, 2018, at 434 Greenwich Street, in Tribeca, with an opening reception on Thursday, January 18, 6-8pm For more information please contact 212.343.2599 or api@artprojects.com
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When you really look at all programs it is difficult to get into. On an average most only take 4 students. I only know of a few who take more than 10.
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This is my second go around and since I am older I don't know how many times I want to go through the application process. I prefer to create art. All that application language worries me wondering if I dotted all my i and crossed my t's. English is my second language so its natural that I am always worried I misspelled something. Even after I have natives check my material I end up finding something even they missed. In my head it's a done deal, either someone can see me in their MFA program or they can't. After I visited the last National Portfolio day I realized it is pretty much a lottery. You do need some luck even if your work is strong. The judges don't know your work ethic and what you bring to the table by reading your application and looking at your work alone. In person contact can't be underestimated. How do I deal with all the stress? I am decompressing for a few days trying to let the angst simmer out a little. Here are some things I do: • Visit galleries and museums • Read up on upcoming artists • Sign up for a course outside your media/expertise, just enrolled in an 8 week course • Volunteer • Read a new book on art • Make a list of interview question and answers • Research the cities and art scene of the programs I applied to in debt • Come up with at least 3 themes and concepts you consider for your MFA thesis • Make a dream list what your solo exhibition would look like Add to this list and let see what other ideas we can come up with to pass the time while waiting.
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Thank you guys. I get along with about any age group. Critique is part of the whole process, I try to write down the feedback I get and go read over them after some time has passed. It allows me to look at it with an open mind. When it comes to the teaching part, I look at it this way if the opportunity comes along great. The MFA is one more tool in my toolbox and it will allow me to become an educator at a University. I find myself teaching on an unofficial level all the time. That comes when you worked in a field for an extended time. Someone bound to come along and ask you advise. My dream is to gain gallery representation on an international level. I myself like it when my professors are working artists. I am very open to feedback not only from faculty, but from fellow students. I often ask my kids to look at my work to give me feedback. If you want honest and brutal feedback ask a child. Since I am just the mom they do not hold back. Most every time the feedback is really good. They in return are learning how to look at art from a different perspective. I am not worried to be the only older student in an MFA program. I returned to school after working as a professional photographer for over 20 years to complete my BFA. I was by far the oldest student in all the classes. Most all the MFA program I applied for this round I opted for the funded ones. They for the most part have the advantage of gaining teaching experience on top of the artistic growth in their program. Any new skill gained is a bonus. As an experienced photographer I have something to offer to a MFA program. It's another way of giving back to the arts community. So if you hear a German accent talk to that person it might be me. I was not aware of Mills College in Oakland CA MFA program. I see I have still time to look into it some more. Thanks
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Happy New Years and may your grad school applications turn into acceptance letters.
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Funded interdisciplinary/ MFA program with loose boundaries
IrisR replied to milky lumps's topic in Visual
CU Boulder Art, I love what you are bringing to the forum. You are inspiring me to check out you program. One reason I have been considering the MFA is in order to teach at the University level if the opportunity comes along. I see so many high school educator setting their own art aside never to work as a professional artist again. I love to see my professors being professionally engaged in the art world. -
Thank you CU Boulder Art that is good feedback. I totally understand how a post-bac can be beneficial and if money was not an issue I am sure I would have a blast and learn a lot. As an older students I have other obligations and need to keep an eye on finances. My goal is to find a fully funded program or one which allows me to work on campus in order to minimize the time I spend away from my studies.
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Just run the search again and this is what I found. https://www.studieren-studium.com/master/studieren/Bildende_Kunst-Deutschland/2#result Will read over the programs again, last I checked I could not figure out if you indeed get an MFA which is credited here in the USA
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You do not need strictly art related recommendation letters.
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This is my second round of applying for an MFA in painting. Last round I was offered 3 Post-Baccalaureate. I decided against a Post-Baccalaureate as it would cost me a year and money I rather spend towards an MFA. As a serious artist I will not stop making art because I was not accepted in an MFA program. My portfolio organically will improve and change as time passes. My questions is how many MFA program have you applied to and who offered you an Post-Baccalaureate? Did you decide to take them up on it? If not why not? After finishing your Post-Baccalaureate year did that university accept you into their MFA program? Mica, PAFA, LCAD and Tyler offered me Post-Baccalaureate
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This is an old post, would love to find out what you decided.
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Thank you 98Charleston an English program is great as well
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After visiting Alfred University this week I am not surprised that I can't find MFA programs in Germany. Alfred/Düsseldorf will be your best bet if you like to gain the international experience and love contemporary painting. Because it is international it is not a fully funded program but certainly worth looking into. Loved the campus and was given a tour by program director Kevin Wixed himself.
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I just visited Alfred University this week. They have the most impressive ceramic program.
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This is my second round applying and after the NY Portfolio Review I will be changing my application approach. It was quite an eye opener. How many fellow MFA applicants are over 50? Have you been told Universities are concerned that they don't know how to handle mature students? Worried you are to stuck in your ways and not fit into their programs? How did you convince them that you are the kind of students they desire?
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UPenn has a great program and lots of gallery space available for grad students. RIT is well known for its photography. I have not visited their campus yet. Liked their professional advise at the NY National Portfolio Day.
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I was quite surprised working hart on a professional presentation. To assume that one would not be open to experimentation is short sighted. But then there was an article where they showed HR people resumes of very accomplished people without letting them know who's resume they where looking at. All the HR folks said they would not hire any of the people those resume belong too. The resumes where from people like Steve Jobs and others like him. http://www.digitalistmag.com/future-of-work/talent/2015/10/28/couldnt-hired-steve-jobs-03656390 My goal is to loosen up my portfolio without looking unprofessional.
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Funded interdisciplinary/ MFA program with loose boundaries
IrisR replied to milky lumps's topic in Visual
Most all MFA programs will allow you to work and explore interdisciplinary. Ones you are accepted in your MFA program every course they offer is open for you to explore. I noticed 3 year MFA programs are often fully funded and you get the experience teaching. -
I just visited the National Portfolio Day in New York. All the Universities told me ones you are accepted in chosen discipline you are not required to work only in that discipline. They want you to explore and research as much as possible.