Benchmark for art supplement's "substantial talent beyond standard high-school level"?

compmom
Tue, 08 Jan 2019 20:06:48 +0000

I am well aware of the talent level at these schools. And also well aware that many applicants (and students) come from wealthy backgrounds with savvy parents who get them access to programs, competitions and awards.

I stand by my advice that if a student is passionate and has put hard work into an artistic discipline, and the art form is a major factor in who they are presenting to the school, but has not garnered those national awards etc., , that they should still submit their work.

A couple of years ago, an art student was discouraged and PM’ed me. She was too scared to submit after reading these posts. I saw her work and it was phenomenal. What a shame.

I feel it is elitist to imply that only those who study at pre-college or summer programs or who win big awards should submit their art work or music. Potential, hard work, and love of an art form is honored too.

Just as elite schools are trying to honor working at the local ice cream stand versus some impressive volunteer stint in Africa, they are looking hard at a variety of talents among those who may not have had the same parental and consultant grooming.

If you think your work says something, and reflects you, consider all of these posts but don’t lose it by not submitting because this thread is scaring you.