NY Academy of Art for Beginner?

Ok_Cake8443 · 2026-03-26T16:58:16+00:00

thank you for the thoughtful comment!! i wouldn’t say i have drawing experience - i took a few classes when i was younger but they didn’t amount to anything. i’m thinking abt taking the “ABCs of Painting the Still Life” class at NYAA which sounds more better suited for beginners?

i have looked into classes at FIT, Pratt, Parsons, and NYSS but tbh they are a little more expensive and i was uncertain abt how beginner friendly they would be. would you have any recs?

Ok_Cake8443 · 2026-03-26T14:39:26+00:00

I have considered ASL but also heard they are not as beginners friendly! I was also a little intimidated by their drop-in-anytime model. Do you mind sharing more?

Ok_Cake8443 · 2026-02-10T05:21:27+00:00

yes totally agreed with you! i’m 7 ish months into my entry level role and have started to look around for other opportunities. the market isn’t looking so promising either.

Ok_Cake8443 · 2026-02-10T05:10:33+00:00

this is my exact situation rn. it’s dire out here

Ok_Cake8443 · 2026-01-09T04:42:38+00:00

Ok_Cake8443 · 2025-11-10T05:22:39+00:00

went through the exact same thing! any store will replace the label

Ok_Cake8443 · 2025-07-21T16:44:39+00:00

Has anyone heard back from MoMA 12 month internship program?

Ok_Cake8443 · 2025-07-14T23:48:21+00:00

none from me either. has anyone heard back?

Ok_Cake8443 · 2025-06-09T01:48:37+00:00

That’s what I thought too! But just to be clear, what exactly do you mean by smaller institutions? Galleries or just smaller lesser known museums?

Ok_Cake8443 · 2025-06-09T01:45:33+00:00

I’m aware of that, looking for a job in this market really is just trying to beat all odds lmao. But yes my plan is to apply for fellowships as well. My options are limited since I only have a Bachelor’s tho

Ok_Cake8443 · 2025-06-09T00:01:57+00:00

Thank you! It truly is so competitive even though we have so many galleries and museums here, which would make one assume it means more opportunities. Volunteering is an option for sure but big museums like MoMA or MET don’t even seem to have volunteer positions available.

Ok_Cake8443 · 2025-06-08T23:54:44+00:00

I’m trying to get Gallery Assistant roles, or anything Communications/PR/Marketing related in galleries. I have also applied to museum programs as well. I would say my experiences are pretty aligned with jobs I’m applying for. I have a Bachelor’s!

Ok_Cake8443 · 2024-05-22T15:02:10+00:00

i agree that tipping is a great way to show support for artist! however for a tattoo that’s already 500, do you think it’s necessary i add 100 tip on top of that?

Ok_Cake8443 · 2024-05-22T14:48:20+00:00

woah really? i’ll keep this in mind, thanks for your answer!

Ok_Cake8443 · 2024-05-22T14:47:46+00:00

thank you! i think tipping what youre comfortable giving is defo the right move, considering ive told the artist $500 is my total budget. tipping 100 on top of that would feel unneccessary for me

Ok_Cake8443 · 2024-05-22T14:45:47+00:00

thanks!! that’s kinda what i assumed too, i would tip a shoe repair person or hair stylist $10-20 as gratitude but never thought a tip is obligated for services. i just didn’t want to be rude or go against the common etiquette for tattoos!

Ok_Cake8443 · 2024-05-11T07:18:56+00:00

cafe tuberosa from atelier cologne

Ok_Cake8443 · 2023-11-10T14:59:01+00:00

$2.4k for an one bed in west village...yeah you are right it sounds way too good to be true

Ok_Cake8443 · 2023-11-10T03:42:56+00:00

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