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The Art Institute of Boston Course Catalog (1973)
The Art Institute of Boston
The Art Institute of Boston maintains, and always has maintained throughout the course of its long history, that the artist holds a unique position of responsibility in his society. Because the weight of his contribution is so widely felt in this age of the expanded media, the artist is expected to be not only innovator, but also arbitrator. The decisions which affect his life and his work influence a wide body of people who look to him for illumination.
Art cannot be taught as a development of certain visual talents separate from a larger awareness of life. The Art Institute of Boston makes available to the student an excellent technical artistic training, as well as collecting in a central location a faculty of dedicated and inspired artists with whom the students will be anxious to exchange ideas. Classes are conducted in a studio environment with an emphasis on excellence of work and a vigorous dialogue between student and the instructing artist.
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The Art Institute of Boston Course Catalog (1971-1972)
The Art Institute of Boston
The Art Institute of Boston maintains, and always has maintained throughout the course of its long history, that the artist holds a unique position of responsibility in his society. Because the weight of his contribution is so widely felt in this age of the expanded media, the artist is expected to be not only innovator, but also arbitrator. The decisions which affect his life and his work influence a wide body of people who look to him for illumination.
Art cannot be taught as a development of certain visual talents separate from a larger awareness of life. The Art Institute of Boston makes available to the student an excellent technical artistic training, as well as collecting in a central location a faculty of dedicated and inspired artists with whom the students will be anxious to exchange ideas. Classes are conducted in a studio environment with an emphasis on excellence of work and a vigorous dialogue between student and the instructing artist.
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The Art Institute of Boston Course Catalog (1969-1971)
The Art Institute of Boston
In January of 1968 The School of Practical Art changed its name to The Art Institute of Boston as an outward sign of the diversity of ideas and interests that had generated during the past decade. The combined efforts of students, teachers, and administrators have produced a broad program which attracts students with a variety of goals, and affords an opportunity to study in several different disciplines.
The Art Institute of Boston seeks talented young people who wish to make art their lifetime career. The school offers a three-year program leading to diplomas in advertising design, illustration, photography, and fine art.
Students receive instruction from practicing professional artists, and graduates are prepared to fill responsible positions on the fields they have chosen. In addition, each year a number of graduates elect to continue their formal art education and find themselves adequately prepared to enjoy success in graduate programs at this and other art schools across the country.
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The Art Institute of Boston Course Catalog (1968-1969)
The Art Institute of Boston
It is the purpose of the School of Practical Art to train students so thoroughly in the various phases of commercial art, that they may upon completion of the course earn a good living in their chosen career. Earnest effort and thorough preparation are necessary if the student is to become successful professionally. Enthusiastic and excellent working habits must be developed early and maintained throughout the course. Deadlines must be given and met punctually. Good design, composition, color and technical skill must be evident in all finished work. In preparation for this high standard the beginner receives a thorough foundation of basic work in graphic analysis, principles of freehand drawing, constructive design, composition, perspective, lettering, color theory, anatomy and life drawing. This is followed by the practical application of fundamentals. Here problems are assigned which are in every respect similar to those which will be met in professional practice. During this period it is necessary that the student acquire some knowledge of the processes of engraving and printing so that work may be properly prepared for reproduction. The latest trends in advertising, business practices and procedures, reproductive methods, type styles and printing papers are also stressed. The School of Practical Art offers all of these opportunities for complete preparation. The schedule covers the foundation work in a thorough and interesting manner and our system of individual instruction enables the student to receive the utmost value from this training.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1967-1968)
School of Practical Art
It is the purpose of the School of Practical Art to train students so thoroughly in the various phases of commercial art, that they may upon completion of the course earn a good living in their chosen career. Earnest effort and thorough preparation are necessary if the student is to become successful professionally. Enthusiastic and excellent working habits must be developed early and maintained throughout the course. Deadlines must be given and met punctually. Good design, composition, color and technical skill must be evident in all finished work. In preparation for this high standard the beginner receives a thorough foundation of basic work in graphic analysis, principles of freehand drawing, constructive design, composition, perspective, lettering, color theory, anatomy and life drawing. This is followed by the practical application of fundamentals. Here problems are assigned which are in every respect similar to those which will be met in professional practice. During this period it is necessary that the student acquire some knowledge of the processes of engraving and printing so that work may be properly prepared for reproduction. The latest trends in advertising, business practices and procedures, reproductive methods, type styles and printing papers are also stressed. The School of Practical Art offers all of these opportunities for complete preparation. The schedule covers the foundation work in a thorough and interesting manner and our system of individual instruction enables the student to receive the utmost value from this training.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1966-1967)
School of Practical Art
It is the purpose of the School of Practical Art to train students so thoroughly in the various phases of commercial art, that they may upon completion of the course earn a good living in their chosen career. Earnest effort and thorough preparation are necessary if the student is to become successful professionally. Enthusiastic and excellent working habits must be developed early and maintained throughout the course. Deadlines must be given and met punctually. Good design, composition, color and technical skill must be evident in all finished work. In preparation for this high standard the beginner receives a thorough foundation of basic work in graphic analysis, principles of freehand drawing, constructive design, composition, perspective, lettering, color theory, anatomy and life drawing. This is followed by the practical application of fundamentals. Here problems are assigned which are in every respect similar to those which will be met in professional practice. During this period it is necessary that the student acquire some knowledge of the processes of engraving and printing so that work may be properly prepared for reproduction. The latest trends in advertising, business practices and procedures, reproductive methods, type styles and printing papers are also stressed. The School of Practical Art offers all of these opportunities for complete preparation. The schedule covers the foundation work in a thorough and interesting manner and our system of individual instruction enables the student to receive the utmost value from this training.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1963-1964)
School of Practical Art
It is the purpose of the School of Practical Art to train students so thoroughly in the various phases of commercial art, that they may upon completion of the course earn a good living in their chosen career. Earnest effort and thorough preparation are necessary if the student is to become successful professionally. Enthusiastic and excellent working habits must be developed early and maintained throughout the course. Deadlines must be given and met punctually. Good design, composition, color and technical skill must be evident in all finished work. In preparation for this high standard the beginner receives a thorough foundation of basic work in graphic analysis, principles of freehand drawing, constructive design, composition, perspective, lettering, color theory, anatomy and life drawing. This is followed by the practical application of fundamentals. Here problems are assigned which are in every respect similar to those which will be met in professional practice. During this period it is necessary that the student acquire some knowledge of the processes of engraving and printing so that work may be properly prepared for reproduction. The latest trends in advertising, business practices and procedures, reproductive methods, type styles and printing papers are also stressed. The School of Practical Art offers all of these opportunities for complete preparation. The schedule covers the foundation work in a thorough and interesting manner and our system of individual instruction enables the student to receive the utmost value from this training.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1962-1963)
School of Practical Art
It is the purpose of the School of Practical Art to train students so thoroughly in the various phases of commercial art, that they may upon completion of the course earn a good living in their chosen career. Earnest effort and thorough preparation are necessary if the student is to become successful professionally. Enthusiastic and excellent working habits must be developed early and maintained throughout the course. Deadlines must be given and met punctually. Good design, composition, color and technical skill must be evident in all finished work. In preparation for this high standard the beginner receives a thorough foundation of basic work in graphic analysis, principles of freehand drawing, constructive design, composition, perspective, lettering, color theory, anatomy and life drawing. This is followed by the practical application of fundamentals. Here problems are assigned which are in every respect similar to those which will be met in professional practice. During this period it is necessary that the student acquire some knowledge of the processes of engraving and printing so that work may be properly prepared for reproduction. The latest trends in advertising, business practices and procedures, reproductive methods, type styles and printing papers are also stressed. The School of Practical Art offers all of these opportunities for complete preparation. The schedule covers the foundation work in a thorough and interesting manner and our system of individual instruction enables the student to receive the utmost value from this training.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1960-1961)
School of Practical Art
It is the purpose of the School of Practical Art to train students so thoroughly in the various phases of commercial art, that they may upon completion of the course earn a good living in their chosen career. Earnest effort and thorough preparation are necessary if the student is to become successful professionally. Enthusiastic and excellent working habits must be developed early and maintained throughout the course. Deadlines must be given and met punctually. Good design, composition, color and technical skill must be evident in all finished work. In preparation for this high standard the beginner receives a thorough foundation of basic work in graphic analysis, principles of freehand drawing, constructive design, composition, perspective, lettering, color theory, anatomy and life drawing. This is followed by the practical application of fundamentals. Here problems are assigned which are in every respect similar to those which will be met in professional practice. During this period it is necessary that the student acquire some knowledge of the processes of engraving and printing so that work may be properly prepared for reproduction. The latest trends in advertising, business practices and procedures, reproductive methods, type styles and printing papers are also stressed. The School of Practical Art offers all of these opportunities for complete preparation. The schedule covers the foundation work in a thorough and interesting manner and our system of individual instruction enables the student to receive the utmost value from this training.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1954-1955)
School of Practical Art
It is the purpose of the School of Practical Art to train students so thoroughly in the various phases of commercial art, that they may upon completion of the course earn a good living in their chosen career. Earnest effort and thorough preparation are necessary if the student is to become successful professionally. Enthusiastic and excellent working habits must be developed early and maintained throughout the course. Deadlines must be given and met punctually. Good design, composition, color and technical skill must be evident in all finished work. In preparation for this high standard the beginner receives a thorough foundation of basic work in graphic analysis, principles of freehand drawing, constructive design, composition, perspective, lettering, color theory, anatomy and life drawing. This is followed by the practical application of fundamentals. Here problems are assigned which are in every respect similar to those which will be met in professional practice. During this period it is necessary that the student acquire some knowledge of the processes of engraving and printing so that work may be properly prepared for reproduction. The latest trends in advertising, business practices and procedures, reproductive methods, type styles and printing papers are also stressed. The School of Practical Art offers all of these opportunities for complete preparation. The schedule covers the foundation work in a thorough and interesting manner and our system of individual instruction enables the student to receive the utmost value from this training.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1952-1953)
School of Practical Arts
It is the purpose of the School of Practical Art to train students so thoroughly in the various phases of commercial art, that they may upon completion of the course earn a good living in their chosen career. Earnest effort and thorough preparation are necessary if the student is to become successful professionally. Enthusiastic and excellent working habits must be developed early and maintained throughout the course. Deadlines must be given and met punctually. Good design, composition, color and technical skill must be evident in all finished work. In preparation for this high standard the beginner receives a thorough foundation of basic work in graphic analysis, principles of freehand drawing, constructive design, composition, perspective, lettering, color theory, anatomy and life drawing. This is followed by the practical application of fundamentals. Here problems are assigned which are in every respect similar to those which will be met in professional practice. During this period it is necessary that the student acquire some knowledge of the processes of engraving and printing so that work may be properly prepared for reproduction. The latest trends in advertising, business practices and procedures, reproductive methods, type styles and printing papers are also stressed. The School of Practical Art offers all of these opportunities for complete preparation. The schedule covers the foundation work in a thorough and interesting manner and our system of individual instruction enables the student to receive the utmost value from this training.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1948-1949)
School of Practical Arts
It is the purpose of the School of Practical Art to train students so thoroughly in the various phases of commercial art, that they may upon completion of the course earn a good living in their chosen career. Earnest effort and thorough preparation are necessary if the student is to become successful professionally. Enthusiastic and excellent working habits must be developed early and maintained throughout the course. Deadlines must be given and met punctually. Good design, composition, color and technical skill must be evident in all finished work. In preparation for this high standard the beginner receives a thorough foundation of basic work in graphic analysis, principles of freehand drawing, constructive design, composition, perspective, lettering, color theory, anatomy and life drawing. This is followed by the practical application of fundamentals. Here problems are assigned which are in every respect similar to those which will be met in professional practice. During this period it is necessary that the student acquire some knowledge of the processes of engraving and printing so that work may be properly prepared for reproduction. The latest trends in advertising, business practices and procedures, reproductive methods, type styles and printing papers are also stressed. The School of Practical Art offers all of these opportunities for complete preparation. The schedule covers the foundation work in a thorough and interesting manner and our system of individual instruction enables the student to receive the utmost value from this training.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1947-1948)
School of Practical Arts
It is the purpose of the School of Practical Art to train students so thoroughly in the various phases of commercial art, that they may upon completion of the course earn a good living in their chosen career. Earnest effort and thorough preparation are necessary if the student is to become successful professionally. Enthusiastic and excellent working habits must be developed early and maintained throughout the course. Deadlines must be given and met punctually. Good design, composition, color and technical skill must be evident in all finished work. In preparation for this high standard the beginner receives a thorough foundation of basic work in graphic analysis, principles of freehand drawing, constructive design, composition, perspective, lettering, color theory, anatomy and life drawing. This is followed by the practical application of fundamentals. Here problems are assigned which are in every respect similar to those which will be met in professional practice. During this period it is necessary that the student acquire some knowledge of the processes of engraving and printing so that work may be properly prepared for reproduction. The latest trends in advertising, business practices and procedures, reproductive methods, type styles and printing papers are also stressed. The School of Practical Art offers all of these opportunities for complete preparation. The schedule covers the foundation work in a thorough and interesting manner and our system of individual instruction enables the student to receive the utmost value from this training.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1946-1947)
School of Practical Arts
It is the purpose of the School of Practical Art to train students so thoroughly in the various phases of commercial art, that they may upon completion of the course earn a good living in their chosen career. Earnest effort and thorough preparation are necessary if the student is to become successful professionally. Enthusiastic and excellent working habits must be developed early and maintained throughout the course. Deadlines must be given and met punctually. Good design, composition, color and technical skill must be evident in all finished work. In preparation for this high standard the beginner receives a thorough foundation of basic work in graphic analysis, principles of freehand drawing, constructive design, composition, perspective, lettering, color theory, anatomy and life drawing. This is followed by the practical application of fundamentals. Here problems are assigned which are in every respect similar to those which will be met in professional practice. During this period it is necessary that the student acquire some knowledge of the processes of engraving and printing so that work may be properly prepared for reproduction. The latest trends in advertising, business practices and procedures, reproductive methods, type styles and printing papers are also stressed. The School of Practical Art offers all of these opportunities for complete preparation. The schedule covers the foundation work in a thorough and interesting manner and our system of individual instruction enables the student to receive the utmost value from this training.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1945-1946)
School of Practical Art
Earnest effort and thorough preparation are necessary if the student is to become successful professionally. Enthusiastic and excellent working habits must be developed early and maintained throughout the course. Deadlines must be given and met punctually. Good design, composition, color and technical skill must be evident in all finished work. In preparation for this high standard the beginner receives a thorough foundation of basic work in graphic analysis, principles of freehand drawing, constructive design, composition, perspective, lettering, color theory, anatomy and life drawing. This is followed by the practical application of fundamentals. Here problems are assigned which are in every respect similar to those which will be met in professional practice. During this period it is necessary that the student acquire some knowledge of the processes of engraving and printing so that work may be properly prepared for reproduction. The latest trends in advertising, business practices and procedures, reproductive methods, type styles and printing papers are also stressed. The School of Practical Art offers all of these opportunities for complete preparation. The schedule covers the foundation work in a thorough and interesting manner and our system of individual instruction enables the student to receive the utmost value from this training.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1944-1945)
School of Practical Art
The School of Practical Art was established in 1912 by Roy Atherton Davidson. For twenty-nine years it has regularly and consistently trained its students to engage in remunerative work in those branches of art which are necessary to business and industry. Today it occupies an important position in the training and placing of artists in this work.
The drawings and paintings reproduced in this catalog are all original, and were made by students who began their art school training with no more talent than you are familiar with in high school work. Unusual talent is not necessary and you should not expect too much of your untrained efforts, for finished artists are not born any more than are finished doctors, lawyers, or followers of any other vocation. However, your early efforts, though they may appear weak to you, are definite indications of the field of endeavor which you should follow if future success is to be assured. Sufficient and proper training will produce the necessary development. We have on permanent exhibition here at the school, many examples of work clone by students while in high school, and also drawings made by the same students toward the encl of their art school course. The progress shown is startling and should enable you to judge what your own ability, developed by the same training, could accomplish.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1943-1944)
School of Practical Art
The School of Practical Art was established in 1912 by Roy Atherton Davidson. For twenty-nine years it has regularly and consistently trained its students to engage in remunerative work in those branches of art which are necessary to business and industry. Today it occupies an important position in the training and placing of artists in this work.
The drawings and paintings reproduced in this catalog are all original, and were made by students who began their art school training with no more talent than you are familiar with in high school work. Unusual talent is not necessary and you should not expect too much of your untrained efforts, for finished artists are not born any more than are finished doctors, lawyers, or followers of any other vocation. However, your early efforts, though they may appear weak to you, are definite indications of the field of endeavor which you should follow if future success is to be assured. Sufficient and proper training will produce the necessary development. We have on permanent exhibition here at the school, many examples of work clone by students while in high school, and also drawings made by the same students toward the encl of their art school course. The progress shown is startling and should enable you to judge what your own ability, developed by the same training, could accomplish.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1941-1942)
School of Practical Art
The School of Practical Art was established in 1912 by Roy Atherton Davidson. For twenty-nine years it has regularly and consistently trained its students to engage in remunerative work in those branches of art which are necessary to business and industry. Today it occupies an important position in the training and placing of artists in this work.
The drawings and paintings reproduced in this catalog are all original, and were made by students who began their art school training with no more talent than you are familiar with in high school work. Unusual talent is not necessary and you should not expect too much of your untrained efforts, for finished artists are not born any more than are finished doctors, lawyers, or followers of any other vocation. However, your early efforts, though they may appear weak to you, are definite indications of the field of endeavor which you should follow if future success is to be assured. Sufficient and proper training will produce the necessary development. We have on permanent exhibition here at the school, many examples of work clone by students while in high school, and also drawings made by the same students toward the encl of their art school course. The progress shown is startling and should enable you to judge what your own ability, developed by the same training, could accomplish.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1937-1938)
School of Practical Art
The drawings and paintings reproduced in this catalog are all original, and were made by students who began their art school training with no more talent than you are familiar with in high school work. Unusual talent is not necessary and you should not expect too much of your untrained efforts, for finished artists are not born any more fhan are finished doctors, lawyers, or followers of any other vocation. However, your early efforts, though they may appear weak to you, are definite indications of the field of endeavor which you should follow if future success is to be assured. Sufficient and proper training will produce the necessary development. \i\1 e have on permanent exhibition here at the school, many examples of work done by students while in high school, and also drawings made by the same students toward the end of their art school course. The progress shown is startling and should enable you to judge what your own ability, developed by tne same training, could accomplish.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1933-1934)
School of Practical Art
The School of Practical Art was established in 1912 by Roy Atherton Davidson, who saw the great need of a school where young men and women could receive vocational training in practical art. The School is a pioneer in this line of work, and its twenty years of experience in teaching art that is practical has made its courses not only of permanent worth, but of immediate commercial value.
What can I do? This is a question that every high school boy and girl must answer sooner or later. Many have discovered during their high school years that they have a certain amount of talent in drawing. Although the discovery may not be very significant to them, in reality it is of the utmost importance and may be the answer to "What can I do?" Educational psychologists have in recent years proved that these early signs of talent are a sure indication of the field of endeavor the possessor should follow if future success is to be assured. Therefore, if you have shown an interest in drawing and some ability during your high school training, you can be assured that this is the type of work to which you are best adapted and in which you will be most successful, provided you get sufficient and proper training and choose a branch of art that is practical. As every year brings an increasing demand for this creative work, you will find in the School of Practical Art training the answer to your question, "What can I do?" The drawings and paintings reproduced in this catalogue are original, and all were made by students who began their art school training with only average talent - the degree of talent that you are familiar with in your high school work.
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The School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1932-1933)
School of Practical Art
The School of Practical Art was established in 1912 by Roy Atherton Davidson, who saw the great need of a school where young men and women could receive vocational training in practical art. The School is a pioneer in this line of work, and its twenty years of experience in teaching art that is practical has made its courses not only of permanent worth, but of immediate commercial value.
What can I do? This is a question that every high school boy and girl must answer sooner or later. Many have discovered during their high school years that they have a certain amount of talent in drawing. Although the discovery may not be very significant to them, in reality it is of the utmost importance and may be the answer to "What can I do?" Educational psychologists have in recent years proved that these early signs of talent are a sure indication of the field of endeavor the possessor should follow if future success is to be assured. Therefore, if you have shown an interest in drawing and some ability during your high school training, you can be assured that this is the type of work to which you are best adapted and in which you will be most successful, provided you get sufficient and proper training and choose a branch of art that is practical. As every year brings an increasing demand for this creative work, you will find in the School of Practical Art training the answer to your question, "What can I do?" The drawings and paintings reproduced in this catalogue are original, and all were made by students who began their art school training with only average talent - the degree of talent that you are familiar with in your high school work.
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The School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1931-1932)
School of Practical Art
The School of Practical Art was established in 1912 by Roy Atherton Davidson because of the great need of a school where boys and girls could receive vocational training in practical art. The School is thus a pioneer in this line of work, and its sixteen years of experience in teaching only practical art has made its courses of real worth and commercial value. The School gives fundamental and practical instruction in all branches of commercial art, so that graduate of the School may be efficiently prepared to accept the varied opportunities open to trained men and women. The system of individual instruction gives the student every encouragement and constant help.The progress and nature of his work depend upon his personal ability and initiative.
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The School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1928-1929)
School of Practical Art
The School of Practical Art was established in 1912 by Roy Atherton Davidson because of the great need of a school where boys and girls could receive vocational training in practical art. The School is thus a pioneer in this line of work, and its sixteen years of experience in teaching only practical art has made its courses of real worth and commercial value. The School gives fundamental and practical instruction in all branches of commercial art, so that graduate of the School may be efficiently prepared to accept the varied opportunities open to trained men and women. The system of individual instruction gives the student every encouragement and constant help.The progress and nature of his work depend upon his personal ability and initiative
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The School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1927-1928)
School of Practical Art
The School of Practical Art is maintained for all persons who have an innate love for and interest in art, who desire to confine their study to commercial art; whose amateur efforts in drawing show a talent sufficient to make admission advisable. No examination or previous study is necessary, unless the student wishes to enter upon advanced work. Students are received at any times, providing there are vacancies. The Student will be given every encouragement and constant help. Personal ability will determine progress and the nature of the work pursued.
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School of Practical Art Course Catalog (1925-1926)
School of Practical Art
The School of Practical Art is maintained for all persons who have an innate love for and interest in art, who desire to confine their study to commercial art; whose amateur efforts in drawing show a talent sufficient to make admission advisable. No examination or previous study is necessary, unless the student wishes to enter upon advanced work. Students are received at any times, providing there are vacancies. The Student will be given every encouragement and constant help. Personal ability will determine progress and the nature of the work pursued.
This collection of course catalogs is being updated and does not represent the entire contents of the collection. Please refer to the Art Institute of Boston, Publications, 1918-2013 Finding Aid to learn more about the collection.
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