Pennsylvania Art Schools

Guide to Pennsylvania Arts School Programs

If you are inspired by the beauty of the each of the four seasons, then your creative side may be stirred in the state of Pennsylvania.  Many artists have made Pennsylvania their home. This state provides opportunities for those fine artists to display and sell their artwork through its numerous local arts festivals.  This state also has opportunities for artists who want to use the computer as their medium by working as a graphic designer. In Pennsylvania, students who want to pursue their creative goals through education have options of both online programs and traditional degree courses in many locations across the state.

Pennsylvania 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.  That is because art works are typically purchased with the disposable income of the clients.  In Pennsylvania, salaried positions for fine artists are projected to remain at current levels for at least the next ten years.  Fine artists employed full-time in Pennsylvania generally receive annual salaries that range from $34,000 to $66,000.

Graphic Designers in Pennsylvania can expect a relatively slight increase in the number of positions available in the next ten years.  The growth rate should be around three percent. The average salaries for graphic designers in the state range from $34,000 to $60,000 per year. Those working in the Philadelphia will generally garner the highest wages. Graphic designers are typically employed by publishing, advertising, or design firms for a standard work week.

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 Pennsylvania.

Local Art Festivals & Events

Buyers Market of American Craft – February 12th – 15th, 2010
York Folk Art and Craft Show – March 5th – 7th, 2010
Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts – July 8th – 11th, 2010
People’s Choice Festival of Pennsylvania Arts and Crafts – July 8th – 11th, 2010

Largest Cities in and Around Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Allentown, Erie, Reading, Scranton, Bethlehem, Lancaster, Altoona…

Pennsylvania State ZIP Codes

19102, 15122, 17101, 18101, 16501, 19607, 18503, 18015, 17601, 16601…