Art and design are important aspects of life today and influence everyone. Whether we realize it or not, there are signs of trained professionals in art-related industries all around us (Hennessey). Careers in art and design can take forms that many people may not have thought of: people with degrees in art and design find work in almost every industry imaginable, in roles that didn't even exist not ten or fifteen years ago (“Careers in art and design”). Related industries and careers are constantly expanding, providing art and design students with new opportunities. The career opportunities in art and design are almost endless and always growing. In order to explore careers in art and design, a student must be prepared to become an art and/or design major. First, the student must focus on their specific talents and goals in their work, and be responsible for their own development. They should also always continue drawing to train their eye. Art students are still learning how to do this well, and getting a head start will benefit them. Along with this, they should always be practicing, not only in the studios, but even by observing someone else currently in their desired career. No level of knowledge or skill they can achieve will be too high. Students, remember to see as much art and design as possible. Look at all historical periods and see original works. Having seen them will help students improve their knowledge of the works and other artists/designers. Any art or design student should observe the world of visual design around them. Finally, students must learn the basics of art and design history and complete a comprehensive secondary education. Art and design influence and are influenced by other fields of study...... middle of paper ......gn are huge aspects of life today, and this In fact, anyone interested in these fields can make a career out of what they love. Works cited “Median salary 2012”. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, January 8, 2014. Internet. March 6, 2014. “Careers in art and design. » Careers in art and design. Myfootpath, LLC, 2011. Web. March 06, 2014.CollegeXpress. “Visual Arts and Design Majors and Potential Careers.” CollegeXpress: Scholarships, College Search, Rankings & Lists. Carnegie Communications, 2014.Web. March 6, 2014. Hennessey, Patrick. “Designing careers”. Arts School March 1994: 18+. Gale Power Search.Web. March 5, 2014. National Association of Schools of Art and Design. “Students – Career.” Students - Career.arteducators.org, nd Web. March 11, 2014. “Quick Search.” O*NET online. O*NET National Development Center, nd Web. March 6.2014.