Connecticut Art Schools

Guide to Connecticut Arts School Programs

Artists use their medium to express emotions and ideas.  There are many ways to have a career in the art world.  For those who enjoy working with a variety of materials, the area of craft art may be of interest.  If drawing, painting, or sculpting is more to your liking, then you may be interested in pursuing an education in fine arts. Many modern artists use the computer as their medium and follow a career path in web design.  If you live in Connecticut, you can find schools that will allow you to earn degrees in all of these fields.  Connecticut educational programs offer students the choice of two year or four year degrees in both traditional and online settings.

Connecticut Arts Job Outlook and Salary

Close to sixty percent of fine artists and craft artists are self-employed.  For those who are not, the most common places of employment are museums and art galleries where the fine artist takes on the role of art director or curator.  Employment opportunities for fine artists in Connecticut are expected to grow by eleven percent in the next ten years.  Those working in this field can expect to earn between $38,000 and $74,000 per year.  Salaries will vary widely depending on the type of artwork created and the reputation of the artist.

For those beginning a career as a graphic or web designer, the job outlook is favorable in Connecticut.  There is expected to be an increase of seven percent in the number of positions that will be available in the next ten years.  Web designers in the state typically earn salaries that range from $53,000 to $95,000 per year.  The level of salary will be dependent on the years of experience and the type of employer.  Web designers can expect to receive a full benefits package that includes health coverage, vacation time, and 401k plans.

Advancement in the field of fine arts can be achieved through establishing good relationships with gallery owners and clients.  Many fine artists will supplement their income by teaching courses in their particular medium.  Web designers can gain an increased level of income by furthering their education to specialize in an area of this type of design.

Local Art Festivals & Events

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival – March 26th – 28th, 2010
Spring Crafts on the Riverwalk – April 25th, 2010
Guilford Craft Expo – July 15th – 17th, 2010
Bruce Museum Outdoor Arts Fest – May 22nd – 23rd, 2010

Largest Cities in and Around Connecticut

Bridgeport, New Haven, Hartford, Stamford, Norwalk, Danbury, New Britain, West Hartford, Greenwich, Bristol…

Connecticut State ZIP Codes

06604, 06510, 06101, 06901, 06850, 06810, 06051, 06107, 06830, 06010…