I was just wondering if is there anybody in here has ever learned graphic and/or web design on their own? I mean not going to college for it or anything. I am currently going to college and frankly I sometimes I feel like I am not getting much out of it except a load of stress and more questions unanswered. The instructors seem to leave us on our own and expect us to get it all right the first time. Also, they seem to lean more towards a pro-business, pro-corporate side of the field. It's something I am not too into. I am more interested in the artistic and creative side. My overall goal is get together with 2 or 3 other like minded designers and start our own collective. I still need to learn more though.
I was wondering if anybody has done this and what tips they might have? I am not happy with the current situation I find myself in. Thanks in advance.
I was wondering if anybody has done this and what tips they might have? I am not happy with the current situation I find myself in. Thanks in advance.
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Re: D.I.Y. Graphic/Web Design
Mon, March 31, 2008 - 3:25 PMHey There,
I did go to school to learn the programs and I think it depends on which school you go to as to the kind of experience that you'll have. I would suggest a program with hands on training versus a lecture class where you do all your hands on work in a lab on your own.
I also find that these courses just provide a starting place. Your actual education comes in the first few years of in the field work.
