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Old 05-05-2012, 10:59 AM  
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In general, getting a BFA would add a lot more confidence. I'd go with Sessions.edu if its a budget, and I'd choose Pratt.edu if you can afford it.
Hands on EXP and refined skills tailored to your niche is better than any qualification.
As my friend Mr Nike says "Just do it"
And as my good friend Frankenfurter sang "don't dream it.. be it"

I had a look at thier 1st year curriculum

DES 104 color theory Bollocks
DES 101 typography I Bollocks
DES 111 drawing I Bollocks
DES 121 photoshop I YIPPEE!!!!
GEN 104 english composition Bollocks
Second Semester
DES 105 design and composition (poss bollocks)
DES 131 logo design I (Will be basic.. and bollocks)
DES 141 illustrator I OOO!!!!
DES 151 digital photography I Bollocks
GEN 105 computer technology Bollocks
Third Semester
WEB 101 html and css I At LAST
DES 102 typography II maybe cool
EN 106 history of art STFU
GEN 107 general psychology Might be useful

The best designers start out like this guy.. Just goofing around in his bedroom. Then it overwhelms you......and theres no going back.
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