I am interested in the latest philosophical theories as they are applied to the visual arts. Would going to art school be a good idea for me?
Yes, but it depends on which art school you go to. Some are specifically designed for people with little interest in art history but lots of enthusiasm ideas and concepts. You wouldn’t be very happy at an educational institution that only taught the sharpening of pencils and considering your palette. Not only would you not learn about the latest philosophical theories, you wouldn’t be able to use your degree for very much besides teaching others how to sharpen their pencils. You’d be better off looking for an art school that does teach theory and its application in the visual arts and is a school attached to a university [so you can use that degree later on]. But before you go, ask yourself this question – would I be better off actually studying philosophy?
