ART 225 - Portfolio and Professional Practices

Institution:

Salem Community College

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Description:

Introduces the student and aspiring artist/designer to the practical aspects of being self-employed. The course covers topics such as choosing art as a professional career; marketing work; creating, documenting, and presenting a portfolio; and writing a résumé, cover letter, and artist statement.Additional topics of study include working with galleries; packaging and presentation, selling work; researching and writing grants; and the legalities of being self-employed. The course culminates in a session whereby students present their portfolio to the class. It is recommended that students have a portfolio of five or more pieces before taking the course. Prerequisites: ART 104, ART 115, and ART 202 or ART 205; CGA 101, CGA 110 and CGA 120 for Computer Graphic Art students; or written permission of instructor Offered: Spring

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.salemcc.edu

Phone Number:

(856) 299-2100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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