SHOULD YOU GO TO ART SCHOOL? (TO GET A JOB IN ANIMATION)

SHOULD YOU GO TO ART SCHOOL to become an artist in the ANIMATION INDUSTRY? Other questions I address in this video:
• Do you have to have an art degree to be hired as an artist in the animation industry?
• Does going to art school help you get a job in animation?
• Is attending art school worth it?
• Can I get into the animation industry without attending art school?
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[@jeflarremore7170]

I think my future is in clown college.

[@mslightbulb]

Jef Larremore I once dreamed that I was a boy with blue hair who attended clown school, it was pretty great.

[@Popcorncandyandsugarpretzles]

Righttt

[@nana_wonder1]

Well if it's what you're passionate for than go ahead I support you 🥺💖

[@meganrhoden5020]

I went to school for animation but just at my local college. I felt like my school didn't prepare me for the real world and that I was basically teaching myself. There were a couple teachers there that were great mentors, but I dont think that their work was at industry professional level. They mostly taught 3D in a program called lightwave and then after I graduated they taught maya 🙄. Once I graduated I just took my work into my own hands and I have been recreating all of my old stuff and making a new portfolio. I live in LA now and I actually start my first animation gig this Monday. A couple years of hard work can really pay off.

[@8ri1]

I’m currently in that position now. I’m graduating soon but I feel like my school hasn’t really prepared me for the real world especially the animation industry. I know art schools are expensive but I’ve honestly been considering going for a masters just so I can get proper lessons from teachers who work in the field and have better connections. Also so that I can create work that really pushes me and bolsters my portfolio.

[@meganrhoden5020]

@@8ri1 if you are looking to go into the animation industry I would look into classes through Schoolism. They have industry professionals who teach courses and its pretty affordable. I considered it, but I was able to find a job finally living in LA. Just like Laura says, look at your work and compare the quality to industry professionals. That really is some of the best feedback and dont put anything in your portfolio you aren't willing to do 40 hrs a week

[@georgiageez8699]

My face hurts every time I see Mables face because of how hard I smile

[@daniellopespvh2]

I feel the same. Mable's smile is hard too and wide too.

[@doozy1776]

i am going into animation as a background specific artist, i am a freshman in college and am so excited to be soon creating works like you make. And to see where this amazing road of art takes me.

[@ArminHammur]

Daniel Starr best of luck man!

[@doozy1776]

ArminHammur thank you!!

[@Zakori]

Daniel Starr I’m nearing my end of art school it’s more writing then creating

[@doozy1776]

@@Zakori im not in art school

[@valeg8664]

What is your major?

[@danw5343]

definitely recommend going to an art school.. but yeah.. hella expensive. as a follow up, it would be good to know what state universities you might recommend, as they are less expensive for students living there

[@annikan42]

Seconded. I'd also like to hear about state schools

[@aabird4110]

Same. I'll be applying to schools in the fall and can't afford and art school. I will probably end up in state at BYU or UU (UT). Are there any other state schools that stand out in other states?

[@annikan42]

@@aabird4110 University of Central Forida is usually near the top of lists I've seen, as are Ohio State and sometimes Clemson

[@aatashiwadoremi]

From what I’ve heard about schools in Utah, BYU seems to be the best art-wise. UofU seems to be better for more STEM stuff with their Med school, and I haven’t heard much about their art programs. But take that with a grain of salt, as I’m someone who only has friends in those areas and didn’t go for an art degree myself.

[@pastelbomb101]

ive seen quite a few pros come out of san jose state or csu long beach! i know san jose has a dedicated animation program. however, you have to apply yourself much more in these programs to get the same mileage out of them compared to a dedicated art school imo :)

[@GE-Brody]

I went to a normal college for illustration. It's so hard to find a job that doesn't want 5+ years experience. :/

[@amandajollylines]

HEYYOU'REWELCOMEILOVEYOU. And I wish this kind of video had been around 11 years ago for me. haha. I'm so glad you made it - it's really gonna help people. Also, yes bloopers.

[@clannadlover12]

amanda you are such a queen and I honestly love you work

[@amandajollylines]

@@clannadlover12 AW! THANKS! That means a lot!

[@christinedlgRGV]

HI Laura, thank you so much for your Channel and this video. My daughter has been going to a State University with an Animation program, however... she feels like we've wasted A LOT of money and she's not at all where she knows she could be. She's now focused on getting into Art Center and... and is willing to take on the debt. She is actually very talented and motivated and has drive and has been self-taught minus a few art classes at 92Y in NYC. We're going to watch many other videos you've made. I wouldn't be okay with her taking on this debt if I didn't truly believe she has the talent. Not sure this is the right move at all but where she's at isn't either. TBD.

[@emekajohnson2630]

Hey LuLu Sketches, I go to art school (MICA) as well! I’m apart of the animation program and what you said it really true. Art school is ridiculous expensive ($6k just for a single room in a dorm) and they really did put us though the ringer! The only benefit I got from going to art school was meeting industry professionals but one interesting thing about MICA is they promote the illustration program to studios (Like Cartoonnetwork, Netflix, Nickelodeon, Disney) for pre- production work. However, if I didn’t get a once of a life time deal from MICA, my mom wouldn’t have been able to afford it and I would’ve been just as happy to go to a school like VCU.

[@manojk1811]

It depends and has pros/cons. If you are going to be self-taught, it will be difficult cuz you might not know if you are going in the right direction. Your art might look good to you, but average to others. You need feedbacks and guidelines. And a good art school can provide these.

[@kingdomofgogi]

I’m currently a college student and love painting and drawing and have been feeling REALLY lost on what to do next or is this school even worth the time.. and this video really helped me thank you!!

[@smexybarista304]

I really want to go to art school at Art Center, but I have a few questions that I was wondering if you might be able to answer? - Is Pasadena/LA safe? I have severe anxiety and things like earthquakes, hurricanes, and shootings are triggers for me. - Are there good animation jobs you can get while living somewhere thats not LA? (Wisconsin is my home and I don’t want to live far away forever)

[@landobridgeman]

Aussies. If you’re still interested in going to art school after this video check out JMC Academy. Super super great school and gets you industry ready.

[@calllmejulia9670]

Thank you! I’m finishing school this year so I’m looking around to places I would like to think about attending. Did you go to JMC?

[@JacChoryniak]

HIGHLY AGREE!!!!! Currently studying at the Brisbane campus and the lecturers are second to none. For those wondering, it’s a 3D animation degree which also covers 2D animation, 3D modelling and concept art. I post my assignments on my Instagram (captaindishwasher) if anyone is curious to see what we get up to :)

[@seraby7151]

Is there even animation studios in aus(for tv and movies)? Last thing i heard is disney-aus closed down almost a decade ago.

[@JacChoryniak]

seraby Yep, Brisbane hasn’t got as many as Melbourne or Sydney, but we have around 10 games/animation companies within the CBD (including game design for Snapchat. We also have studios that are outsourced by Disney regularly). Perth always seems to have a lot of animation jobs listed on Seek too. We definitely don’t have as many as America but the industry is starting to pick up in Aus recently which could be thanks to the influx of streaming services(Also I heard Netflix just opened an office here). It’s just a bit more competitive for graduating students and artists who are already established within the industry. But most of us know the animation industry is competitive everywhere. That being said, I still plan on moving to LA for a while to gain experience at larger companies after I get a few more smaller jobs here.

[@7Earthsky]

Don't study in Perths School of art Design and Media. They're shit house.

[@katieee_llyn]

I got accepted at Ringling last year- but couldn’t afford to go. So now I’m trying to earn money to either go get my illustration degree or go straight into the career I want. I work on art in my spare time as much as I can

[@beacreates4370]

As someone who is trying to get into the animation industry one way or another, I guess I am technically currently going to an "art school". But it's an in-state public university, I am majoring in the visualization from Texas A&M. While it's not the best program in the world, I am constantly surrounded by amazing people who can push me. Not only in the traditional art side, but the technical side as well. But I haven't gotten hired anywhere yet, currently looking, going to graduate in May of 2021, kind of nervous about getting a job. My portfolio is decent, but still has a long way to go. Wish me luck!

[@CareySchumacher]

best of luck! look up Gnomon's online courses -- they're really good on the tech side!

[@ayeesharakimah]

Thank you for your insight on art school I’ve been thinking about this so much lately. I’ve already gone to college, went to community college and got a associate degree in graphic design which i thought would hopefully get me a little closer to working in animation but not so much. I’m in debt now and kind of hesitant to go back to school but I really want to get into the industry and learn too. Plus I live in Ohio nowhere near a school like Cal arts lol. I’ve considered going to a art school in ohio but after seeing this video I’m gonna think it over more.

[@captainamerica4359]

Mam , but I knew some INTERNATIONAL students who did online courses and got into bigger industries like Pixar, DreamWorks... do online schools like animation mentor , animschool also provide animation degree 🤔🙄

[@bencochran567]

No they do not typically provide a degree since they are not accredited. In other words you cannot transfer credits from Animation Mentor to Ringling for example. You will not have a bachelor's degree or even associate's degree. Some of the programs offer documented certifications but the biggest reason to look into these schools is because the educators are professionals currently working in the industry and teach these courses as adjunct (part time) teachers. They teach you the skills as if you went to a trade school for things like HVAC or plumbing, and you are building connections to people already in the companies/ positions you are looking at.

[@captainamerica4359]

@@bencochran567 if they don't give a certified degree then how come INTERNATIONAL students are able to get jobs at bigger studios..

[@egg8494]

It depends on the type of person you are,those people you're talking about are the ones who are really independent when learning new things,not all people can be like that tho :/ you cant just say one will be successful all because others with the same situations did,its like those kids being proud of themselves because they have bad grades and most successful people also did..it just depends..;-;

[@kencoleman5007]

I wish that I had networked better in my style interests back when I was in art school. Many of the illustration classmates and teachers were very into swords & sorcery, action driven comics, and being politically provocative. In years following my time in school, I developed a fondness for early 20th century European cartooning, romantic impressionist painting, and stories that were far more character driven.

[@sabby0225]

I’m currently attending university for animation in Orlando, and so far I’m enjoying it! I know someone who went to Ringling and she told me it wasn’t all that. I chose this school in Orlando because it was more affordable and I felt like it could help me improve my skills. I hope to be a background painter/vis dev. like you someday :)

[@ngockhanh963]

Sab Scribbles best of luckkk!! What’s the school are you attending ? Im considerinf SCAD but ppl say it’s not good?

[@sabby0225]

Ngọc Khánh I attend University of Central Florida, it has a pretty decent animation program, but in the end it doesn’t really matter where you go because it’s what you make out of it

[@lulusketches]

very cool!! :)

[@torilane6074]

I live in Florida and I’m thinking about going there as well!! Do you enjoy your classes ? What did your portfolio consist of ? I would really appreciate these answers because I am most likely going to go there next spring !

[@sabby0225]

Tori Lane I like it here! The classes are helpful if you need to brush up on your skills and you don’t need a portfolio to get accepted into UCF, but you need a portfolio to get into the program. I recommend you do more research about the program :)

[@ParisianStarlight]

Laura I love your videos, you're such an inspiration to me. I'm almost done with the art program at my state school, but it's mostly fine art focused. There's no animation or entertainment design degree. I find myself getting frustrated because I'm spending so much time and money on oil paintings that I'm lukewarm on while I have so many ideas for portfolio pieces that I just don't have time for. I also don't feel like I'm learning much from my professors. I'm kind of just going for a degree that I know won't help me but will satisfy my parents. However, thanks to your videos and other places on the internet, I feel less alone facing the scary thought of trying to get into the industry for vis dev. I'm taking things into my own hands! Thank you!

[@lulusketches]

I had a very similar experience with no illustration or animation classes! those foundation courses like figure drawing and oil painting will help a lot with your visual development down the line! use what you've learned to make an awesome vis dev portfolio on the side! the color theory you've probably learned will help with digital painting and figure drawing helps with character design :) best of luck!!

[@ParisianStarlight]

@@lulusketches I'm glad to know I'm not alone! I'm excited to build my portfolio more. Thank you so much :)

[@stratovolcano7813]

Just today I was rewatching your other videos bc I missed that 😭 but as always thank you for the insight into the industry! I’m still in high school and I’m really on the fence about art school. I’m Australian, which means my prospects aren’t looking good because most of the Universities that have really good facilities for art and animation and graphic design are actually ones that don’t solely focus on art like RMIT and Deakin. I’m not sure if they have teachers who have been in the animation industry and whether that’s current. We also don’t have any animation guilds or anything (but there are childrens cartoons being made and aired on abc and other programs aimed towards like 3-6 year olds) but I know there’s still a lot of choices to work around that. I’m extremely driven to improve in art and I feel like I’m capable of recognising my own flaws and working on them, so I feel like art school wouldn’t benefit me much in that way. However I do see the value in teachers/classmates to learn from because I’m basically entirely self taught (which I’m trying to branch out from and taking some classes because I want to get better faster). Australia (is considered to) has a better system for student loans than America does, which makes me feel like I have a good opportunity should I decide to take it. I’m definitely ready to take criticism and apply what I learn to my work. I think if I had to choose I’d probably go to RMIT because I’ve had relatives go there and I also know artists on the internet who do too, so I know a bit more about it than Deakin (which has also been recommended to me).

[@BrookeA12]

I really want to work as a character designer for a big animation company like Disney! I love making and designing new characters and I’m very inspired by cartoons like Steven Universe and How to Train Your Dragon. I think going to art school would be really good for me because unlike you I don’t prefer a rounded education and I’m afraid if I go to a regular college then I won’t find the time or drive to make a portfolio and get my career started on my own and I really want to invest everything I have into this dream job.

[@derpygirlanimates9997]

Thank you for this video, it really helped give a different perspective for me I had always thought I needed a degree to work in a professional studio but personally I still am unsure how I am to pay for a good amount of the schools I’d like to go to, art is basically my life at this point and I wanna learn more on it, but I don’t think I want to be in debt for the rest of my life. This has given me way more options, so really thank you and I hope you have a great day! ^^

[@rhog45]

I graduated with a BA in Graphic Design back in 2018, ever since I've been a cartooning teacher for afterschool. SVA is like that dream school for me since high school. Rebecca Sugar went there and I'm a huge fan especially of Ian.Q. I'd go but just taking a class would decimate me financially. I see all these videos and ads on my instagram for these art classes that always put me on edge cause I'd never be able to go cause of my financial situation.

[@breaspencer5835]

I'm already going to a regular university (the kind that makes you paint fruit bowls)... so probably no art school for me! But in California there are some state university with programs that seem pretty appealing and for a much lower price. SJSU (which is located by Pixar and Blizzard studios) doesn't necessarily offer degrees in animation, but they do have a Digital Arts major, which would be good preperation and they have a huge community of people interested in art and animation. Fresno state offers an art degree with a specialization in animation (2D or 3D) which is neato because it is one of the least expensive CSUs. So look around for universities that are cheaper and have both the community and degree you want (wish I had known that when applying to college). P.S. for people who don't live in California, the schools I mentioned are pretty far away (3 to 8 hours) from the LA industry so please keep that in mind!

[@TheNerdyPencil]

I go to Ringling. It actually does a great job of providing networking opportunities despite being on the East Coast. The career services staff work very hard to make this possible. Of course it won’t be the same as opportunities literally being in LA (aka not being able to do big studio co-opts) but I know for myself personally as someone who lives on the East Coast it’s a lot easier on me and my family to make the move to and from Ringling, and arrange visits vs having to make it all the way to the west coast. Where you live can be a personal factor to consider. Plus the art training itself is great.

[@jsllspncr08]

This was very helpful and real world advice!! I am not looking for a career at this time but I still want to learn illustration with the classroom perks you mentioned (critique, time pressure, exposure to new things). I was wondering if you had any suggestions of how to find affordable classes that will be worth the money? Should I start with the three online academies you mentioned?

[@mariana96ssantos]

I want to go to art school but not in my country since here they are super crazy expansive and its even more hard to get a good job in animation industry, I'm saving money to study in Canada or Australia, USA isn't on my plans because of the expanses and visa stuff, as a kid my dream was to go to CalArts but now I know this is almost impossible

[@jordanada]

Thank you so much for the video! I love your videos. ❤️ WHERE did you buy that top!??

[@skaiiravenom]

I have not an art graduation because i never did university, but i did an art and graphic designer high school (i live in italy). And now i’m attending an animation school, where i’m learning stop motion, cgi and 2d. I really hope it can help me 😂

[@boocultist]

After my first semester at AAU I feel really unsatisfied with what I learned and decided to drop out before I end up 3 years in and in major debt. I'm going to instead take a bunch of online courses over the course of a few years and just try my best to learn what I can in that time frame before I start applying for jobs. Overall much cheaper and I feel I'll be learning a lot more in less time!

[@natashaholmquist4731]

I am 31 and a mom of 4 and I’ve always known I wanted to have a career around art that would give me an outlet for creativity. I wanted to wait until my kids were all in school to begin college and this year they are, so i am all registered for an online program at southern New Hampshire university and my major is in game art and development. Ive know for about 6 years now that I really want to pursue a career in animation but the price of art school was always intimidating and I doubted I could ever reach my goals with that obstacle. Since listening to your channel for a few months I have found a new drive and hope that there isn’t just one way fit to reaching that goal. The program I am in offers courses in animation and character design and others along those categories and I plan on honing in on my skills on the side. I have a pretty open mind to the possibilities for career opportunities in the future but I would be lying if I wasn’t dreaming about the animation industry in LA. Thanks for your helpful videos! They have really been inspiring for me and have helped push away self doubt.

[@sophiewendel2956]

I am a student from Germany and at my art school the best thing is definitely that I try everything before deciding what field to work in. We have CINTIQ in school, with wich I am practicing at the moment. But the best thing is definetly having challenges, something to work on, you probably would have never down. But here university is not expensive. I work additionally to my classes and will not have to repay anything after my university time. Hope this helps somebody. Maybe yo u consider applying in germany

[@roxannarodriguez2050]

This literally has been all I have been talking about all week. I've been talking to different people on their opinions because I am exactly stuck in this problem. I want to animate for Pixar, but I'm also really good academically so I don't know if I want to go to something like CalArts or if I should go to something like UCLA

[@frangamboa1922]

I've also been considering UCLA because it has a lower price and it's located in Los Angeles but I don't know if it has much ties to the industry

[@egg8494]

I think i do have to go to an art school..I just can't train myself to reach deadlines and learn alone,im too lazy to do such things unless someone told me so

[@sougatamukherjee5987]

I’m from India, I’m trying my best to learn art and animation by my own as we have no great colleges here , I have a great passion in art and really want to work in animation feature films but we don’t have that kind of industry here in India, and don’t have the money to go in US colleges and international students have visa issues, so there is only one option remains.. I need to leave art or make it a hobby

[@cherrychuwzy]

What do you think about Otis college of art. Can it help me get a job in the animation industry?

[@chrstina]

Wow, I never knew you had to go to art school if you're international to get a job at Disney! I'm Canadian + about to graduate with a degree in biology, and I'm super bummed haha

[@lulusketches]

oh no, I said art-related degree (BA) not an art school degree (BFA)! for an H1B visa for an industry job, you need a BA in something to fit the job description (so for an artist job, something art-related). a BA can be the reason your visa request is denied. if you're from canada or mexico and want to work in the US, you need a degree to quality for NAFTA.

[@chrstina]

@@lulusketches Thanks for clarifying! I didn't pick up on the "related" part, I just assumed art school in general. I appreciate you taking the time to reply to my comment! Best wishes 😊

[@micarodriguez2133]

Love watching your videos!

[@PrestonC3po]

I want to join spindlehorse and work on hazbin hotel/helluva boss, but they will likely be over by the time I am done with college

[@rhinowhoosh2404]

What colleges do you recommend

[@raymondwalker2048]

Love your channel

[@theboogaloobros310]

I've always wanted to go to art school, but because of the financial burden I'm most likely going from a junior college to a cal state where I'll study animation.

[@garcia5448]

I'm going to VCUarts rn but I'm wondering if i can just take the art classes i need and drop out when i learned all the industry stuff they offer my program. i really hope not getting the degree wont kill me later tho

[@kristenrasmussen4135]

Since you had to do the networking on your own, do you have any examples on how to get your work out there? I know social media, obviously, but it only gets me so far. I've been wanting to go to SCAD for ages, but I'm terrified of the debt. If I could keep working as I am now, I'll probably drop it once I'm done in community college.

[@Stratoblast]

I’m international and the colleges I’m near require a grade 11 art but I don’t have one. What do I do?

[@Deew0244]

in the portfolio do you need to have realism art? And probably i would go to art school so i have friends :(

[@star172able]

The art school I went was SAE Expression college in Emeryville for my animation & visuals effects for BA Degree.

[@The-Ducky-is-Here]

How was SAE doing for you? There is an SAE where I am in Dubai, but I'm not sure how recognised it is

[@star172able]

Thara D it was good I learn a lot and made some friends. Even though it’s a fast past environment it shows you how deadlines work in the animation industry and you have to put in the work.

[@69herb]

Honestly, it’s still something I debate now- I took a gap year (which turned into 4 because yay money and adulting!) And in those 4 years bettered my work and my work ethic. If I had gone to school 4 years ago I know I woulda flunked out of a really expensive art school and that woulda sucked! Currently tho, I’m planning to go to a college that offers an animation degree in New York, I feel I’m ready and im non degree seeking so that I don’t put myself in debt haha- the plan is to work harder that I ever have at anything before- set myself up with a great portfolio and put myself in front of eyes that can do something! What art school means to me is learning what is expected and how to do it, while also making industry connections. I hope that will make the difference that I needed! 💪💪💪

[@chitkalawaghere5474]

I just love your KZbin channel😭❤️ please never stop from giving us such nice informative videos Love from India❤️😁

[@MagdielAguilar]

Can you give me advice.?. i wanna support my daughter in her dreams, she's an amazing artist 12 years old and she wanna became animator, we're from Texas.

[@neve_newby2939]

I really want to get a job in the animation industry, I am also not from America so I probably should though I am not financially able to at this moment

[@electricrain3436]

What state universities would you recommend? I want to go to Calarts but the tuition is scary 😦

[@icecreamhero2375]

Hi Laura I am in communituy college right now and I take art classes I have been drawing my whole life. I am currently taking color theory and art history and I took several other classes. I want to go into animation too. I looked up the job listings for Disney and Nick for storyboard revisonist ( my strengths are boarding and writting) and it said bachelor's degree or equivelent work experience. Cartoon network metioned a batchlors degree is perfered but not required. I hope a certificate in art is equivilant work experience. Also before i persue animation I am going to be an art teacher.

[@SalvatoreSalix]

Hi! What did you study at UVA? I feel similarly about having diversified education. Thanks so much for all of this information ☺️

[@alexshin3075]

Hi Laura!! Thank you for the video!! I know its different topic from your video but can I ask you that are you able to get hired while you working as an intern in Disney animation? Or do you have to apply the open job to work in the studio? Thank you!!

[@AngeVelandia]

Hi lulu! I was wondering if you have any recommendation for a Master? I have been looking for a while but I am not convinced for any of the College or University I have seen. I am looking for classical animation degree. Thank you for this new video! I think this one have is even more complete info and make me clear some new things

[@cuppaint]

I definitely need to go since im international

[@mree.9794]

Funny story I got into Art Center for illustration with 68k/year scholarship last year but I wasn’t about with how they treat their students now and just hearing from Past and current students made me stay away from their.

[@sumanasvisuma868]

Can anyone suggest me budget friendly collage please let me know I’m trying to apply

[@artworks.by.adel787]

I think I shouldn't go to art school on u.s because I am in Asia in Iran 😒😒 but I really want to go to Disney animation studios

[@erinshea2678]

I paid my way through college by waitressing because I didn't have the funds to pay for it. It is so hard to work on a creative degree and have one job, but I currently picked up a second in order to pay the bills. Definitely a challenge, but I a have enjoyed school so far. Unfortunately my school only had Graphic Design and Studio Art as their majors and I regret not looking into other schools with concept design as a major.

[@trinisha140]

Can someone help me out and suggest good art schools in india to get a BA from so that i can go to US

[@leahw.426]

I want to go to university of Washington and major in art with a business minor bc it’s cheaper

[@SavvyArtz]

Totally agree that art school isn't necessary, but I definitely see the draw (no pun intended) to it. I graduated this last year with a degree in animation from a state school, but still worried that I made the wrong decision and should have invested in art school. Realistically, though, your employers won't care about what school you attended as long as you can back up your skills with hard work and persistence. I just landed my first freelance position at one of the big studios, so it's totally possible! :)

[@lulusketches]

congratulations on landing a freelance gig! state schools are the best! :)

[@giaonguyen3799]

SavannahsDrabbles I’m considering state school for animation too. I’m currently super confused about my majors after highschool bc I used to be so into being in art as a career but didn’t get the supports from my family so I tried doing other stuff but I realized everything else is like a mask and i dont want to ended up being in an industry for money and not passion. Would you recommend state schools? I feel like since im still confuse about spending money for an uni or an art school, spending for a state school, majoring in art saves me money, and just in case it’s not for me, I could have other options without feeling like i wasted time and money.

[@SavvyArtz]

@@giaonguyen3799 So the good thing about the first two years of college is that you can kind of take them anywhere. These two years primarily consist of "basic" courses (math, science, etc), and can be taken wherever. I had a scholarship to my local junior college, so I ended up taking my basic courses there and graduated from them without any debt. Then I was able to go to university and pursue animation. I would suggest taking these first two years at a junjor college or stare school to think more about what you are wanting to do. Then if you want to transfer, go for it! Or if you want to finish your degree at a state school, you can do that! There's no rush to decide anything, and honeslty you can get a degree in anything and then still pursue animation with that degree - what matters is your portfolio. So take a deep breath and relax - whatever you choose will be ok. :)

[@lulu_luvsu]

that’s so inspiring!

[@lulusketches]

International artists MORE INFO HERE: as I said in the video, you'll want an art-related degree (BA or equivalent) if you're international applying to the US animation industry- it doesn't have to be an art degree from an art school (BFA). All the international artists I know in the industry started out with an H1B visa. The H1B visa applicant must meet the following requirements to be eligible for the H1B visa: • Applicant should hold a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree (or the foreign equivalent)* • The degree requirement for the job is typical for the job** • The work must be one that requires a professional in a specialty occupation • Applicant must possess deep knowledge in the required field • The employer must demonstrate the lack of qualified US applicants for the position * The applicant can bypass this requirement if they have at least 12 years of specialized work experience ** For example, an M.D. for a surgeon There is another visa called the O-1 visa which some people are commenting about, because there is "no degree requirement!" However: "To qualify for an O-1 visa, the beneficiary must demonstrate extraordinary ability by sustained national or international acclaim. Extraordinary ability in the field of arts means distinction. Distinction means a high level of achievement in the field of the arts evidenced by a degree of skill and recognition substantially above that ordinarily encountered to the extent that a person described as prominent is renowned, leading, or well-known in the field of arts." Even the truly EXTRAORDINARY international artists I know had to start with an H1B visa, so they got art-related degrees first. To quote my friend Amanda: "Basically, everyone I've known in the industry starts out with the H1B. You go through all that schooling, and your student visa post-graduation allows you to stay in the country for a number of months while you look for work (you get work by getting a company to sponsor you as an employee - this isn't the easiest, but it's also standard procedure when studios want non-native workers, so they're all very used to doing it). You're basically against a clock at that point, trying to get employed before the application window for the H1B closes (you can only apply for it once or twice a year, I believe). Even then, that visa is given out on a lottery-basis, so even if you apply on time, there's no guarantee you'll get it. The O-1 visa is considered the "better" visa, because you can get it any time and I think people view it as a bit more stable; however, it requires a ton of effort petitioning and presenting the employee as "extraordinary". It's basically a lawyer putting together a ton of material to be like, "this person is so special, no one else who already lived here can do their job, so we need them." It's a ton of effort. Getting a Green Card is like getting an O-1 but on steroids." Hope this helps :)

[@pornimashinde3400]

Thank you

[@mmagggg]

this is actually so helpful, thank you so much!!

[@marmacchi]

I can’t thank you enough!!!!!!!

[@zhechenzhao8942]

This is exactly the answer I was curious about while watching the video the other day! You're so thoughtful!!! :)

[@valenboubee]

This is so helpful thank you! I'm studying digital art in Argentina so I can work in animation later, but it's frustrating. This visa deal is the only reason I'm still at it. The education sucks, they get you farther away from a job rather than closer to it. I'm staying until I get a tertiary degree (which I don't even know if it'll be enough to apply for a visa), but in the meantime I have to learn everything art-related on my own

[@delilahcaldera7263]

I’m rethinking my whole life choices

[@ZoraTheberge]

It’s also so great that you mentioned that a lot of art schools can be scams that don’t really prepare you for the real industry. It’s why so many (like Ai) are closing.

[@lockheart619]

I dodged a bullet, I nearly applied to this institution. Thank goodness I looked at other ppl's testimonies.

[@KevinIsAMilitaryGenius]

Im thinking of applying to shsu to get a bachelors in fine arts in animation. Now i heard about animation mentor and how its better than that should i go to shsu or animation mentor

[@eringage5641]

I went to SCAD for an animation degree. In some ways, it was great. And in others, not so much. Some our professors worked on films like "Hercules" "Pocahontas" and "Lilo and Stitch". They were the ones I loved working with because you learned so much about the studio life. It was difficult because your personal life has to be pretty much perfect in order to do well because of the quarter system. I graduated a few months ago, and I'm currently working on solidifying my portfolio. The curriculum was just changed to be more specific for animation artists. So you can concentrate in storyboarding and concept development, tech animation, 3d animation, and 2d animation. But, I wish we had more networking events instead of just the career fair.

[@frangamboa1922]

I'm going to SCAD next year as an international student. Do you feel like it helped you to get in touch with the industry? Because I'm afraid that SCAD won't help me out in the long run

[@eringage5641]

fran gamboa it definitely helped me!! I got to meet professors who have been in the industry for years, and my career advisor was also in the industry. the thing that throws people off about SCAD is that you are going to be handed anything. You really have to work for it. They also have the traditional career fair at the Savannah location, and they have a reverse career fair for the top students where the companies meet them. they also have something called a CLC in each field where the top students get to work with a company in their field for class credit.

[@frangamboa1922]

Thanks you so much for your response! 💜💜💜 I'm sorry if this is a question that feels too personal to you but, how did you paid the tuition? Because I definitely can't pay it without scholarships or loans. It would definitely help me If you have some recommendations in that aspect or know other international students that have more information about financial aid.

[@eringage5641]

@@frangamboa1922 You're welcome!! It's not too personal. I was lucky and had about 1/3 of my tuition covered by scholarships. I was also lucky because my parents were able to take on the majority of the payment, but I'm still going to have about $20,000 in loans. I wouldn't have been able to go without my parents help.

[@prettystaggnant4229]

That's really cool! I'm actually trying to get into SCAD this year. I'm really nervous about not being able to network.

[@xCielorosax]

I’ve actually been wondering about this! This was super cool to know.

[@mavfan1]

Luisa Lee you can also tighten up you writing as well as your art by never using the word “actually”. It’s a meaningless word that a lot of people speak when they can’t speak professionally, but it is even worse when you write it. Remove it from what you wrote and the meaning is exactly the same!!

[@boujeestudios4006]

mavfan1 shut up 🙄

[@edilynlazo9461]

mavfan1 no one asked

[@penguins647]

edilyn lazo no one asked you too

[@Som3D]

Why art school when KZbin is filled with professional artists who are giving strong tips

[@nycto16]

just tips not practical work.. Art school is necessary in my opinion.. Degree matters...

[@guggvcjhh3713]

CGI Future you need professional feedback and critique. Just tips wont help. Deadlines help you create a sense of what it’s like in the industry

[@danw5343]

probably for all the good reasons listed in the video

[@turkbud802]

Competition and forced objectives really help you grow rapidly

[@tatarsauce6314]

It’s not always what you know, more often it’s who you know

[@martaviafreeman4589]

School or no school-it’s all about you and the work you put in to get to where you want to be! I’ve considered going to art school but it really is too expensive. Personally, I’d rather just be self taught and prove to myself that I actually want this!! Plus I’d be saving A LOT of coins!! Whether you chose to go to art school or not is based solely off of you, either way YOU have to put in the work to be the best artist you’d like to be- the school can’t do the work for you.

[@frangamboa1922]

Yeah but where do you get the contacts. I'm not American, I can't just move to Los Angeles

[@clavitafernandes6346]

@@frangamboa1922 ah exactly! It's so hard to even find people in your own country trying to learn the same thing as you let all a whole another country

[@eARThinlife]

I just recently got into sva NYC for animation and I feel that it would be good for me since I don't have that much self discipline (I'm working on it lol). I cannot afford art college or any college to begin with but I feel that I will learn alot at sva (hopefully) and when I move to LA maybe having a art school tied to me will help me in the long run.

[@SpiritsJamaa]

Congrats! I'm the same, which is why the idea of going to an art school sounds pretty great to me. I can study art a little on my own, but definitely not at the pace I should be doing it.

[@eARThinlife]

Spirits Jamaa also I think the degree will help getting other jobs as well. For example, if you don’t get a job in the animation industry, maybe you can be a art teacher because you have an art degree...

[@Anon-wq9te]

I want to attend SVA NYC too! But for cartooning. For me I plan to work for myself or a smaller company. Disney is a fun dream I have sometimes but realistically I want to stay in New York even after I graduate from college. I hope everything goes your way! :)

[@BrendaFOBRocks]

@@eARThinlife just an fyi, in some states in order to teach you also need a masters (thats the case where i live in MA, I'm currently applying to grad schools because of it), so check that information for the state you might live in if you want that to be a back up plan :)

[@49sr]

How're you going to such an expensive school without being able to afford it?

[@luckychonk9527]

I found the fact that international people intending to work in the US for an animation job need an art degree but not domestic applicants due to the VISA bery interesting. Can you explain / point me where I can find more information about that? Perhaps in a company of your choice as an example? :O thank you so much for this video!! It really opened my eyes.

[@turkbud802]

hey i have been looking into the O-1B visa requirements for some time, in no particular document does it state you absolutely need a diploma, homever being sponsored by atleast one (or multiple) business's/corporations are a requirement and you need to hold down a job for several years until you get permanent settlement. Honestly it was the first time i have heard of this information aswell but perhaps there is an unspoken rule in the big animation business's to not hire/sponsor foreign artists who do not have a diploma

[@luckychonk9527]

@@turkbud802 I wonder if's possible to loophole this by getting a "art-adjacent" degree like design (fashion, computing, etc.) or architecture! Especially since I'm pursuing a Design Computing Degree. This rule seems pretty unique to the US in particular

[@turkbud802]

​@@luckychonk9527 i just checked the visa requirements again and found this link www.upcounsel.com/o1-visa ''It also has looser standards than the H1B, at least if you qualify as extraordinary. For example, you don't need a college degree to get an O-1 visa, but you do to get an H1B.'' 0-1 visa is the extraordinary ability in arts and sciences visa, so aslong as you are being sponsored by a business that does work in design or animation you do not need a college diploma. H1b is more of a general work visa, typically given to engineers and the like, it makes sense for them to require a visa and honestly their contract is vastly different to 0-1b (such as only being able to work at a single company and getting kicked out of USA if you get fired and cant find a new job in a month) H1B is notoriously brutal, its often nicknamed as the ''slavery visa'' by people who work in california since companies usually bully these workers to have wages or else they will fire them

[@turkbud802]

to have lower wages*

[@luckychonk9527]

​@@turkbud802 Ah I see. But i noticed that it was a degree in general more so than a degree in the a relevant field! As in it seems you can have any degree in order to work under the H1B visa, as long as you have the degree.

[@littledreamer591]

I would want to be a Character Animator at Walt Disney Animation studios! What would you recommend? Schools are kinda expensive.

[@Ceruleanmoonlight]

After highschool i wanted so badly to go to an art college however my current funds and skills didnt allow me to do so. So I attended my local community college, which I hated at first. But after getting through the general classes in the first semester and actually learning art fundamentals the next 3 semesters I was actually skilled enough to call myself an artist. I then transferred to a very small art school and learned my illustration skills there. I saved myself about half the money I would going to an art school for all four years but Im currently still learning so many things 3 years after graduating. I dont have an industry job yet but i know im still working to build my portfolio to a hireable standard. I guess what im trying to say to all the young people looking to pursue art is, be self motivated and work hard outside of classes and school, thats where u will shine.

[@killer902101]

I’m trying to go into animation after working as an engineer for the past 4 years. It was very insightful to hear your take on art school as I am currently trying to figure out how to course correct my job life! Thanks for all the tips. I think that the best course of action for me will be some small online courses but not full blown art school.

[@sarah_leilani_art]

Literally in the same boat 🙂

[@killer902101]

Sarah Culp we can get into the animation biz together!

[@sarah_leilani_art]

Totally! Always been torn between the creative and mathematical sides of my brain. Wish there was a happy medium

[@nonyabusiness3619]

@@sarah_leilani_art A career involving animatronics, maybe?

[@LL-il7px]

@@sarah_leilani_art computergraphics xD

[@malloreyrogers7987]

I’m a high school art teacher and unless they qualify for incredible financial aid (which sometimes they do) I highly discourage them to go to art school. The price of tuition is beyond crippling and not worth it in my opinion. Even if you DID get a job in the animation field it is not like you will be making a doctor level salary to be able to pay off $150k worth of tuition. That being said, I do find it important to be near the companies you intend to pursue regardless of what field it is. If you want to work in NYC, look into colleges near the city, if you want to work at studios in CA, move out there and be near them to gain those connections.

[@frangamboa1922]

Sorry if I sound rude or something but what would you say to internationals?if you are an international student like me, the only way of having a job in the industry is to go to art school. Taking loans is the only option for me, I'm practically going to artschool for the contacts, not to learn. I know I can learn everything from ast school online.(I'm Chilean, were the only "art career" that you can get it's fine arts and the only art that you would manage to make in Chile it's to paint portrait in a park)

[@ceciliasalazar8279]

fran gamboa Te entiendo en México me pasa lo mismo, estoy decidiendo que estudiar y donde y por más que me gusta el arte se que en mi país no hay suficientes oportunidades ni de trabajo ni de carreras:(

[@M_JackOfAllTrades]

@@frangamboa1922 At least you are already in an art school. Some of us can't even afford the loans to pay tuition fees, meaning we can't go to any art schools T.T It's really heartbreaking to find out that without a degree we can't afford there's no way to be hired. I guess I was born in the wrong country.

[@anemic-peachless]

@@frangamboa1922 be active in social media communities run by industry professionals where you can show off and be recognized. ethan becker owns a discord server there are tons of growing artists in there with some professionals that teach free classes. right now ethan is making a collaborative project hiring server members to make an animation together. not just ethan, other pros might have social communities as well if you look hard enough

[@Jesus-es9ef]

@@M_JackOfAllTrades me too .. it was so sad 😭😢😢

[@zeliaronel3794]

I only get my diploma. I can't afford to get a degree in animation. As we know art and design require a lot of money to use. Therefore, i only be able to be a self-taught person and build my portfolio. It is all about a long journey being who you are and find a place where you can stand in this industry. Wish you guys luck who just start in your new carrier in animation or other work.

[@mariana96ssantos]

Same! Not even on my dreams I'm able to pay for this kind of education, I am mostly self-taught but I took some drawing classes and online courses too! It's not impossible we just need to work hard for it! We will get there!

[@cryptical1210]

@@mariana96ssantos any online courses You recommend?

[@sarahmagallanes3219]

Hi Laura! For me personally, I've been studying cg animation for a couple years now at a Cal State. I never really considered actual art schools because they are WAY to expensive and I don't want to drown in debt. But, I agree with you in that it's up to you as a person to put in the work. From my own experience, school teaches you the foundations and it's really up to you in how you use those skills.

[@abigailg.2595]

Do you know of anybody who went to Massart (Massachusetts College of Art and Design) and now works in the animation industry? I know I won't be able to afford an art school such as Art Center or Calarts. However, I could potentially go to Massart and graduate with minimal/no student debt because of the significantly lower in state tuition cost. I'm trying to decide if it would be better to go there or just go to a traditional college or university.

[@melodiearya9478]

I am a second year at MassArt in the animation program and to be honest I'm a bit worried I won't be employed after graduating. There's so much to learn in the industry and they haven't taught in depth on storyboarding, background painting, etc too much. Also due to covid they might open this fall with online classes which I don't think would cut it for me. Some insight on state schools animation programs would be great.

[@cryptical1210]

@@melodiearya9478 it's been 1 year, how are you doing now?

[@melodiearya9478]

@@cryptical1210 I've transferred to Bunker Hill CC to study ultrasound. I still do art on the side but I've switched to the healthcare field in terms of career. Thank you for asking

[@camilamoreno2742]

Does someone know if Full Sail University worth it? I'm looking for testimonies, since I wanna study Character Animation and it's one of my university options to apply.

[@49sr]

Full Sail is a known joke. Save your money.

[@silentsiren4797]

perfect timing, I have always been thinking about this question. Thank you so much!

[@Max-1906]

Well its a dream for me to get into the west animation industry as I have no connection and also as I live in India (shitty animation studios) so west art style isn’t popular here but I’m learning a lot through Instagram and hopefully I’ll build a solid portfolio and an insta page so that later I’m noticeable.

[@laiamontserrat8757]

Same but I am from spain

[@nanahgase7821]

same bro india is 0 in animation

[@abhiramisankar9935]

Okay, through intense research (proper research which involves interviews with industry experts (such as people from animation, design, comic background like Editor in Chief of Tinkle, ACK), going through tons, I mean 103 resumes and portfolios so far, I can say with the fair assessment that India is not that far behind in animation. It is picking up, albeit slowly. Being an Indian and aspiring artist/character designer, I too held on that opinion for a very long time. The problem is, though there are decent design studios, animation studios and agencies in India, it's pretty poorly paid and tremendously overworked. Another industry you can look into is comics. Comics are going on pretty well. At least for decent pay, we must travel abroad. European countries have strong studios as well. If you do come across any good studios or universities (anywhere in the world), please let me know.

[@sandragomez1614]

Hey Laura! Your videos are really amazing and inspiring!! I was wondering if you could give a little bit more info about the requirements for internationals to get a job in the animation industry (the big studios that you've worked or you're currently working for). I'm from Europe and I'm scared now that you've said I might need some kind of art degree to go and work for big studios. Thank you so much and have a nice weekend :)

[@amberakart]

Currently in online college for graphic design because my parents think it's a more realistic job than being an artist, but it is my deepest dream to be an animation artist someday. I'm already in my 30s, so it feels like it's too late, but I hope I can move to a place with an animation company I could work at someday.

[@Brandonhayhew]

You should do self taught about other different art forms like blender 3d artwork and animation, model building

[@amberakart]

@@Brandonhayhew oh hi, this comment I made was about a year ago. I am literally in 2d animation classes now and working on a bachelor's degree in 3d modeling and animation! Basically I decided to follow my dreams and I am teaching myself alot as I work through these programs! Hopefully I will be a professional in the industry in the next year! :)

[@Brandonhayhew]

@@amberakart love your speed drawing in digital . I am doing a fine art certificate but digital drawing class is a bit expensive like a hundred dollar, for just eight time a month, a day its four hours

[@amberakart]

@@Brandonhayhew KZbin is truly where I get 98% of my education. Even my teachers are just linking more youtube tutorials to me. It's all about where you put your time. And sometimes I have to sacrifice playing video games in order to learn how to make video games. Lol. (like the concept art and modeling stuff)

[@cryptical1210]

@@amberakart hi! Any online art courses/youtube channels you recommend? Thanks!

[@melanyw7077]

Hey! This question is for anyone who is working or studying animation, I’m starting to worry about my career because is my last years and I have taken all the animation courses my university offers. I put a lot of effort in the projects they gave me. But sometimes I feel I’m not prepared to be hired because when I look at my work I see is to basic compared to others that have years in the animation. So I don’t know when I’ll be hire-able? Because it’s not logical to compare your work to somebody who has more than 20 years of experience. Any advice?

[@bossbabypaints]

maybe if u can show us ur work on insta or something that will be helful?

[@deannajanine7256]

Thanks so much for this information! I am 24 and rediscovered my love of art last year and I feel so behind. I thought that pursuing art school could help me build a lot of essentials and had my eye on SCAD. Hubs wasn't crazy on spending that kind of money and wasn't convinced it would help more than intense practice and local classes. It was hard to hear and felt a bit like he didn't believe in me, but this vid solidified that his points weren't unfounded. I've learned a lot over the past year from independent practice, skillshare, and speed paints (love yours!). With so many options to learn and network without leaving your home it's hard to justify moving out of state for a school that doesn't have any direct connections. So thanks Lulu! 💕

[@athenachristiano2534]

I got into scad but I had money Issues and had to push back my start date....I still most likely won’t be able to pay. What did you do and how is it going for you

[@SharineWalker]

I went to Art Institutes in DC for Animation.....DONT GO THERE!!!! Save yourself the headache, your wallet and your sanity!

[@jasonp3431]

What school in DC?

[@SharineWalker]

Jason Double-00 The Art Institutes of Washington-Arlington Campus

[@1empressstudios158]

I'm trying to find colleges to apply to that will help me build on my technical skills and let me learn other art related skills but it's been really hard to get a list of schools i'd want to go to XDD

[@camtheartist]

I'm currently interested in illustration/comic books and I was nervous not attending an art school, but this was promising (even though it's specifically for animation) and I really enjoy learning a bit of everything at a non-art school! So this was good to hear :) And if you happen to have any tips for illustration/comic careers that would be much appreciated, too!

[@prettystaggnant4229]

I just looked up the acceptance rate for CalArts. 27% 😂 there's no way I'd get in.

[@nomadicpenil]

lol sameee

[@SteveJohnsHB]

I went to The Art Institute of California - Orange County. The have recently closed most of all their campuses since. Art is tricky thing but not necessarily. Read The War of Art by Steven Pressfield and just do the work. There is enough free or affordable site to learn and do portfolio projects like this channel, Udemy, Skillshare, Lynda and others. My work and previous experience got me my jobs and the ones I had before. So go out and get it!

[@IamDeeDeeCrafts]

Yes, you should go to art school, if you can, but most people won't go because of the cost of the school and where it's located at and some people think there are above art school and think there better off teaching there self's . Some people only us art books to learn how to draw and that's ok if want to learn that way.. I personally think it's useful to use not only art books and videos, but for me I went to art school and I am still in art school now.. I have fives year's to finish it..... I think people don't go to art school , because it's cost to much that is a cop out, because I am one of the Poor's person in the world and if I can pay for art school you can... I think art school can be e great benefit for any one who wants to learn art, but some people can't go to the art school and don't won't to waste there money and don't want to go to a 4 year school.. I am proud that I went to art school because it's helping me soooooo much.. I have a learning disability and I need some thing like art school to help me with my art , because I am person who needs all help I can get.... Yes art school it's for everyone...🎨

[@VolleyPuppy91]

I needed this video

[@sakethchepuri4066]

Really helpful thanks Laura!

[@denisekriel5892]

I would like my daughter to go to art school so that she has a sense of achievement and confidence in what she is doing. I would also like her to enjoy developing with like minded people. We homeschool in SA and the only classes she attends are art classes. She enjoys seeing other artists work and I see how it motivates her at home with her art.

[@loopyslop]

Im graduating this year from SCAD, I have friends who recently graduated from CCS and I feel the need to share my retrospective experiences. Overall I would not say what art school has to offer is worth it in an age of social media, it also gives you this illusion that grades matter, which obviously they are some merit of success but I was so caught up on getting a 4.0 I ignored oppertunities that would have actually really helped me. As well I ended up getting my degree as an Animation major which was a very large net cast that leaves a lot of holes for information to pass through, meaning, we get trained in every aspect of every animation pipeline, Concept, boards, 2D character anim, 2D fxs anim, 3D modeling, 3D anim, rigging, texturing etc... which would be great if you didn't have a clear idea of what you wanted to do but there are better ways to find your specialty. On top of everything going to an art college/University means you are spending 70% of your classes doing other school work, for example, at scad you are required to take 7-8 art history course where as I am a senior working on my thesis film and I have done 2D animation in only 2 classes. I have learned a lot and grown as an Artist, I've met fantastic people whom I hope to work with throughout my career, but at the end of the day I had to be the one to direct my own learning because the professors do not have the time to cover everything I want to learn or focus on for my portfolio so it's a matter of looking up tutorials online, or working with my peers to get critque. Sorry for the rant but I really do think this is an important topic because of how much these schools take advantage of their students to make money off them, I would argue that if there was an accredited art vocational school that would be way more useful

[@BrianHSC]

Great video. I graduated Art Center in '98 and I'll weigh in from employer's perspective. When companies hire, they go through hundreds of resume and choose only based on what's on that piece of paper. And of the chosen resumes, they again have to choose based on 10 minute interview. Hiring wrong artist is big loss for the company. This is why we look at schools. If they graduated tough schools, it is first indication that they have good work ethics, manage time well, and collaborate well with others. Doesn't mean those who didn't go to art school doesn't have these traits. Just that the ones who went are more likely and less risky.

[@mochitochiofficial]

I'm trying to create my own show for Cartoon Network or Adult Swim and I plan to major in animation at SCAD. Does this goal sound reachable?

[@APPictures9]

Are you able to afford the school?

[@mochitochiofficial]

@@APPictures9 As of right now, no. I'm nowhere near close to affording the school.