Getting into the right-fit college as a young creative isn't just about grades or test scores. It's about showing who you are through your art, music, performance, or design. The Creative Candidate helps you build a standout portfolio, write essays that shine, and find the college where your talent and future will thrive. Whether you're a young artist, painter, filmmaker, musician, or designer, this book is a meaningful companion to support your creative journey beyond high school and into college: ¿ Navigate the art college admissions process with less stress and more direction. ¿ Build a…mehr
Getting into the right-fit college as a young creative isn't just about grades or test scores. It's about showing who you are through your art, music, performance, or design. The Creative Candidate helps you build a standout portfolio, write essays that shine, and find the college where your talent and future will thrive. Whether you're a young artist, painter, filmmaker, musician, or designer, this book is a meaningful companion to support your creative journey beyond high school and into college: ¿ Navigate the art college admissions process with less stress and more direction. ¿ Build a compelling portfolio that wows admissions officers. ¿ Write powerful, authentic essays and artist statements using writing prompts. ¿ Insider wisdom, practical tools and actionable steps to present with confidence. ¿ Find a college that celebrates your uniqueness and sets you up for career success. About this Book Written by a dedicated college counselor, arts professional, and published writer with years of experience in galleries, museums, and higher education, The Creative Candidate combines insider know-how with heartfelt encouragement. Dana knows the fears and hopes of young creatives-because she's been there. Inside you'll get inspiration from real student success stories across cultures, disciplines and artistic styles. For students: Get the advice you need to stand out, and showcase your talents.For parents: Insights to help your creative child make smart choices about their career.
As an experienced art educator and college counselor, Dana Zullo helps visual art and design students create standout portfolios and navigate the college application process with confidence. Her goal is to inspire students to keep learning and growing along their creative storyline. As a published author of artist biographies, Dana guides students in exploring their distinctive qualities and presenting their portfolios in compelling ways.Holding a degree in Visual Art from Columbia University, a Master's in Education, and design certificates from Emory University, Dana draws on decades of experience in art and design. She worked in notable museums and galleries, including the New York Transit Museum, Caren Golden Fine Art, and Crown Point Press. Her teaching experience extends across cultures-she taught secondary school art for two years in Ghana as a Peace Corps volunteer and later served as a Senior Enrollment Representative at the Savannah College of Art and Design.She was awarded artist residencies at South Porch Artists in South Carolina, The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow in Arkansas, and Sundress Academy for the Arts in Tennessee, where she focused on her poetry. Dana also practices floral art with the Ichiyo School of Ikebana, bringing nature and creativity into everyday spaces.Dana guides with encouragement, and is dedicated to helping students achieve their goals. She is proud to be the bridge between their aspirations and the opportunities that await them in the arts.Dana lives in Atlanta, Georgia with her family, and spends part of each summer at Jekyll Island, gathering new inspiration from the sea.
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