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Guide to Maryland Arts School Programs

With its rich history, inspiring architecture, and varied landscapes, it is no wonder why so many fine artists make Maryland their home.  If you are inspired by the scenery that surrounds you in this state and want to begin a career in the arts here, you will find many quality options to get your post-secondary education degree.  Not only can you earn a degree in fine arts, you can also earn degrees in other art related fields.  Maryland schools offer two and four year degree programs in web design, graphic arts, interior design and a whole host of other programs that will allow you to develop and hone your creative instincts.

Maryland Arts Job Outlook and Salary

For fine artists seeking a career in Maryland, the job outlook is favorable.  Fine artists include the concentrations of crafts, painting, illustrating, and sculpting.  Maryland is home to many fine galleries to display and sell the work of local artists.  The job growth in this area is expected to be higher than average at around fourteen percent over the next ten years.  More growth can be expected in the outlying area surrounding Washington, DC and Baltimore than in more rural areas of the state.

Most fine artists are self-employed and sell their work at local art festivals, galleries, or out of their own studios.  Maryland hosts many outdoor art events where artists can sell their work.  Even with the venues for selling their items, fine artists in the state may need to supplement their income with other part-time employment.  For those working full-time on their careers in the state of Maryland, salaries will typically range between $35,000 and $68,000 per year. The salary of a fine artist is highly dependent on the state of the economy as most art purchases are made with the disposable income of the client.

Advancement in a career as a fine artist comes through developing good relationships with clients and establishing a reputation for quality work.  Becoming successful as an artist will take time and perseverance. Many fine artists will go into the field of education to further their careers by teaching courses at all levels on their particular artistic specialty.

Local Art Festivals & Events

Maryland Spring Craft Show – March 6th – 14th, 2010
Sugarloaf Craft Festival – April 16th – 18th, 2010
Inner Harbor Art Festival – October 16th – 17th, 2010
Bethesda Art Walk – Second Friday of every month

Largest Cities in and Around Maryland

Baltimore, Columbia, Silver Spring, Annapolis, Wheaton, Ellicott City, Germantown, Bethesda, Frederick, Gaithersburg…

Maryland Area ZIP Codes

21201, 21044, 20901, 21401, 20902, 21042, 20874, 20814, 21701, 20877…

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