My Work vs. Schools

[Mr.X]

Hi everyone.

 

I'm still in the heavy research phase of finding schools and finding something that resonates with my work, so I thought I'd open it up to opinions here. What I've whittled it down to thus far is:

 

NY Academy of Art

Hunter College

RISD

Rutgers

University College London (Slade)

Yale

CalArts

 

The majority of everything I've seen from instructors and students while researching is abstract work, and since mine being much more representational, I'm finding it hard to connect with programs... so that's in reason why I've gleaned the top rated schools. I care much more about being in the program and what that can help me acheive (opening doors) than just getting myself any Masters degree. Location, therefore, is important for me.

 

Any input or crits, however harsh, are greatly appreciate. You can find the newest work here on my Tumblr: http://adamlupton.tumblr.com/

 

Thanks in advance.

[kafralal]

Maybe you should take a different approach. Instead of trying to see stylistic similarities, get a feel for the kinds of things the different profs are thinking about, and the kinds of painting issues they address (if they are specifically painting oriented). What do they have to offer you? Lecture videos online is a good place to start.
What about checking with your undergrad faculty to see what they suggest?