Kansas Art Schools

Guide to Kansas Arts School Programs

With its beautiful farmlands that seem to extend all the way to the horizon, mixing the colors of golden wheat, green grass, and blue sky, it is no wonder that many painters find their inspiration in Kansas.  This state provides many opportunities for fine artists to display and sell their artwork through its numerous arts festivals and local fairs.  This state also has opportunities for artists who want to use the computer as their medium by working as a graphic designer. In Kansas, students who want to pursue their creative goals through education have options of online and traditional programs that will allow them to earn certification in as little as eighteen months.

Kansas Arts Job Outlook and Salary

With as many as sixty percent of fine artists, including painters, sculptors and illustrators, being self-employed, the level of income is highly dependent on the economy.  Most art items are purchased with the disposable income of art patrons.  In Kansas, fine artists can expect an average growth rate in the number of salaried positions in the state.  The projection for the next ten years is an increase of approximately twelve percent.  Fine artists employed in Kansas generally receive annual salaries that range from $32,000 to $63,000.

Graphic Designers in Kansas can also expect an increase in the number of positions available in the next ten years.  The growth rate should be around twelve percent.  The average salaries for graphic designers in the state range from $32,000 to $57,000 per year. Graphic designers are typically employed by publishing, advertising, or design firms for a standard work week.  Some overtime hours can be expected to meet project deadlines.  Graphic designers can expect to receive a full benefits package in additional to the annual salary.

Advancement opportunities for fine artists can be achieved by building a reputation in the industry for the quality and uniqueness of their artwork.  Many fine artists will supplement their income from the sale of artwork by teaching art courses to local students. For graphic designers there are plenty of opportunities to for career growth.  Many graphic designers will choose to specialize in a particular area of design through education and experience. Graphic designers may also increase income and advance their careers by opening their own design firms in Kansas.

Local Art Festivals & Events

Hidden Glen Arts Festival – September 18th – 19th, 2010
Smoky Hill River Festival – June 10th – 13th, 2010
Downtown Kansas City Art Fair – June 25th – 27th, 2010
Spring Arts and Crafts Fest – March 6th, 2010

Largest Cities in and Around Kansas

Wichita, Overland Park, Kansas City, Topeka, Olathe, Lawrence, Shawnee, Salina, Manhattan, Hutchinson…

Kansas State ZIP Codes

67202, 66062, 66101, 66603, 66061, 66044, 66203, 67401, 66502, 67501…