What to Expect as an Art Major at Illinois

What to Expect as an Art Major at Illinois Hey guys, As an artist at Illinois, I thought it would be cool to tell any future art students out there what to expect when arriving on campus and starting  classes. As a freshman, you might not start working in your major at first. You may be in Art Foundation, which is just a general major for all of the arts. Art Foundation is really exciting because it allows you to get to know a variety of art students outside of your practice. Also, Art Foundation allows you to learn about different types of art majors before you make your decision in the spring. I’m sure you’re also wondering what kind of assignments and projects you’ll be working on, so without giving everything awayâ€"because that takes away a lot of the funâ€"I will say this: Don’t be afraid to be loose and have fun with your work. Instructors aren’t always looking for super detailed, formal drawings, and you don’t have to put pressure on yourself trying to fit into a certain aesthetic. That’s all I have for now. Thanks for reading! Indyia Indyia Class of 2019 I’m an Art Foundation student in the College of Fine and Applied Arts, and after Art Foundation I plan on majoring in Art Education. With my degree and teaching certificate, I want to teach children how to use their emotions, thoughts, and surroundings to create art.