As most of you have heard by now, I have decided to apply to graduate school. I narrowed down my options to just 2 universities, Tyler School of Art at Temple University in Philadelphia and School of Visual Arts in NYC. I am excited about the prospect of getting back into the classroom and more importantly, using my camera for me and only me, well sort of.

Philadelphia would be a wonderful place to relocate, especially because my best girlfriend from college, Carla, AND cousins Jonathan and Stephanie would live very close by. They also offer fellowships that I am automatically considered for if I am accepted. The fellowships include full tuition AND a stipend. The only downfall is that there is not a lot of digital emphasis in the programs and much of it is thesis work, which means there is not a whole lot of technique classes.

NYC would also be wonderful. I have tons of friends who live in the city. It is one of the best places to shoot and network. Most importantly the program is a digital program, one of only 2 in the entire country. It would provide me with all the classes I am longing to take. The downfall? Ummmm, well it’s NYC. I have no idea how Andy and I would be able to afford grad school AND living in the city.

Well, I have submitted my first application and will receive a decision in April. I thought I might share with you the 20 I chose for my portfolio review. There are a few partial series and then a few independent images. I’d love some feedback.