Hi All,
I'm in a bit of a situation -- w/a liberal arts BA from several years ago, with decent exhibition/performance since and a studio residency under my belt. Working in studio was great, and I feel like my body of work improved on a technical level, but it didn't take on the depth or cohesiveness I had hoped for. I wasn't reading very much or having conversations with any peers/mentor figures partially due to location (essentially no art scene aside from one rather insular university program).
I'm not feeling like my work is up to par to get into the programs I'd like to, partially due to the fact that I've NEVER had consistent studio critique, therefore I've lacked the parameters to work hard enough. The common consensus seems to be AVOID the Post-Bac programs but I feel as though I have confidence issues I need to conquer and that the academic environment could bolster the backbone of my work. I was rejected from my top two residency choices from the summer and I completely understand why. I do feel like I have the potential to reach that standard but it's not going to happen unless I put myself into a highly structured/intensive environment for the first time.
The applications for most summer programs are closed, but the SVA Sculpture/New Media is on a rolling basis, as well as the applications for some Post-Bac programs for 2k13-14.
I'm at an impasse as to whether to apply to the SVA program.
Option A: Attend program over summer/take advantage critique and resources NYC has to offer/return home and develop work for MFA applications fall 2014.
Option B: Attend (state, not private) Post-Bac program, incur debt, have more time to work/exhibit in an urban area, apply for MFA in fall 2014.
Has anyone participated in the SVA Summer Program, and if so, thoughts? Beneficial or money maker?
Sorry for the novella -- any thoughts would be appreciated, especially from those with a non-BFA undergrad who have gone on to pursue their MFAs...