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Originally Posted by rise__above
I am an artist, and I recently decided that I want to study graphic design. But I have worried that the type of art that graphic design involves isnt 'creative' enough for me. Usually I see symbols, words, and vectors when looking through GD portfolios.
What is Illustration? Is it a completely different course? Can I do cool drawings if I get a GD degree?
I just want to draw. I have a good eye for design, but I want to use my drawing skills too!
Here's an example of the difference between GD and Illstration that I found: (I like the first shirt better)
Illustration:
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Graphic Design:
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My question is: Should I get a degree in GD or do I need to study something else? |
Hello, Rise...I commend you on being an artist. I am 62, an artist, former cartoonist/illustrator for a state agency, worked as a studio artist instructor, then as a teacher of art in public schools. During all of this time, I've been producing and selling my own art, which is a bit of a grind, since, like most artists, I am not business-minded.
As for graphic design...you will be working for other people, fulfilling their wants and expectations, also meeting deadlines, deadlines. Lots of pressure.
As for illustration...it would allow more creativity, but are you prepared to be working at another job to make ends meet, submitting work for approval by publishers, maybe having to get an agent to market you?
I don't mean to discourage you about art careers, but it is hard to make it. In fact, graphic design is one of the number 1 least employable positions upon graduation from an institution. Illustration even moreso.
Do some research into these fields and give it more thought. I know this sounds discouraging to an aspiring artist. Just that, I've been there, done that.