Ria
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03/19/21 at 2:43PM UTC
Commented on 03/19/21 -
I would like to change career and work on my own in a creative field; I would like to create illustrations/art even though I am still learning how to do it.I think its unfair to say "beware the Art Institute" they do have other locations and it sounds like you have not actually attended classes there but are basing your warning on rumors. I know people who have actually attended and graduated from the Art Institute (some from the one located in Costa Mesa and some from the one in Atlanta) and not only learned the fundamentals but are excelling in their careers some are now working at Pixar and Disney. One of my friends had a professor whose lesson plan was for them to design and build a game. He even took them to a toy company as a field trip. I also stated that there are other schools in my original response. She doesn't have to attend AI but its helpful if she enrolls in an art program wherever that might be.
Anonymous
03/19/21 at 3:22PM UTC
My response was based on my visit to the AI in Houston and my research on AI in general. I also called and asked specific questions about their program.
When I inquired about the nature of the courses taught, it was all about software packages. I work in tech and know that software can fall out of favor or be abandoned after a company fails, rendering one's training useless.
Also, an earnest, hardworking former co-worker attended AI here, and joined my company right out of school. I was shocked at her subpar skills and don't believe that it was her fault.
I agree that the AI branches are different. When I said "beware" I meant it. Your mileage may vary.
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