6. Writing in Practice

As an artist and designer, you will be using writing to present yourself to others, to get projects, and to publicize your work. Artist’s statements, résumés, press releases, project briefs, and job applications are some of the ways you will be writing. Though the type of writing may vary, the writing process for the most part remains the same. Like any creative project, a back and forth development and review/feedback process is essential. Begin with figuring out the best process to use for that particular project. Steps may include initial brainstorming, reading, research, observation and analysis, initial draft development, review and editing, continued draft development, final draft, design and layout. The more you ...

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