<p>One last thing. An art teacher and an illustrator are two completely different things. Let that guide you also. Where do teachers go to school in your state vs where do artists go to school? Those are probably very different answers.</p>
<p>If you have concerns about income for an artist and what it leads to, I understand.</p>
<p>Illustrators are being asked to animate more and more so it’s good for a budding illustrator to pick up some animation skills while in school. I know a guy who makes good money at ESPN as an illustrator but he made a lot more money and travelled the world for a decade as a freelance illustrator. Illustration is global now thanks to the Internet. He gave up the freelance lifestyle for a 401K and health benefits and steady income.</p>
<p>Something to consider is whether teaching is enough for your D or is she entrepreneurial at all.</p>