Parents still will not let me backpack in europe at 16, what to do to change their mind?
When I am 16, I want to backpack through Europe on my own for about 4 months. I can get the money needed but how can parents be convinced to let me do this, on my own. I am very responsible person and do not try and get into bad situations. I speak some French and some Russian so would that be any reason to let me do what I want to do, This will be only chance. Parents still not wanting to let this happen, what do i do now? The countries that would be seting foot on are. So how how much would I need to bring , money? Would being with my best friend make them more likely to let me go At 16 can I legally do what is wanted without permission? Dublin, Ireland Reykjavik, Iceland Oslo, Norway Stockholm, Sweden Tampere, LS, Finland St. Petersburg, Russia Moscow, Russia Yerevan, Armenia Jerusalem, Israel Chisinau, Moldova Athens, Greece Tirana, Albania Belgrade, Serbia Podgorica, Montenegro Budapest, Hungary Zagreb, Croatia Rome, Italy Malta Madrid, Spain Andorra La Vella, Andorra Paris, France Brussels, BRU, Belgium Amsterdam, Netherlands Should I be allowed to do this?
Other - Europe - 8 Answers
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Ever seen "Hostel?"
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no you shouldn't. when your 18 or 19 yeah, but you don't understand how young you still are when you're 16.. even when you might think you aren't and you might think you know everything.. those 2 or 3 years makes a big difference to a person mentally and physically....so why don't you just keep up your hopes for backpacking but save up some money get a job and just make sure its what you want to do not to mention the fact that you're probably only wanting to go at 16 because you think you can 'do whatever you want' at that age. which may be true.. but there are alot of laws that limitate you past that. and if you don't know how much money you're going to need.. and you're asking if letting your best friend go with you will make a difference. i think its another sign that you need to wait acouple more years.
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Wait until you are older. It is not because you are not responsible or untrustworthy- it has more to do with the world- you are going to be exposed to a lot of criminals who all they do is prey on people like you and you may not have the experience to keep yourself safe. Life is long and you will have more than this one chance to do things. It shouldn't be about legal age (which I think is 18) and unfortunately that is not something you will understand until you are a parent- give them the benefit of the doubt and put your trust in them this once.
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hmmmmmmm if you want to go maybe you should try to take an enrichment class. you know like school related, make them think that it is school related and then maybe you can go. Also think of ways that it could benefit you, such as in school, personally, etc Try to make the point that this is helping you in more ways than one and through in, "it will look good on my college application" good luck P.S.Some community colleges have study abroad programs that will let you travel to Europe and other countries while you study
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For a start, that list of countries is too long. You could backpack round that lot forever. That would cost an awful lot of money. I know you say you can pay for it, but if you get into trouble or run out of money, the first thing you'll do is phone your parents. I was 16 once and wanted to see the world. Well, it didn't happen like that. I did travel and it was gutty. I worked and travel led. it never happened for me. It does happen for some. You need to be tenacious and tough. I do not know you, I have no idea how you will cope. I am now in my late 60's. I've seen many parts of the world and I've retired abroad. I have a great life, but to do that I had to work for it. My advice to you is to work towards your dream of seeing the world. As Eleanor Roosevelt said, "The future belongs to those that believe in their beautiful dreams". I'm a parent. My kids are in their 40's. Yes, they are still kids to me. I worry just as much today as I did when they were growing up. Don't blame your parents, they just want the best for you, but above all else, they just want you to be safe.......ok?
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What kind of a 16 year old is able to finance such a trip? You've either seriously underestimated the cost of travel, or you're into some pretty shady business, or have a vast inheritance. A trip like that would cost thousands of dollars. Perhaps your parents might feel more comfortable with a more structured approach, and it might be more beneficial for someone your age. There are short-term volunteer projects of many different types in nearly every country of the world. Program costs are low, and it's a great way to get more immersed in a culture, something you definitely won't be able to do with the agenda you've planned. Bring a friend along, or go on your own. The catalog of programs can be found at www.vfp.org.
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You've already asked this question 7 times; how many times do you need to see the word NO before you realize that your parents are right and you are wrong? What fallacy makes you think this is your only chance? That is total nonsense. Your list is ridiculous for a single trip of a seasoned adult traveler; it is total insanity for a child. Most of those places won't permit to stay in a hotel alone; some won't let you enter the country unaccompanied. The cost will be astronomical; £10.000 to £15.000 easily, maybe more. The travel to all those places will be huge, and accomodations - even a hostelry - for 4 months (120 nights) would be thousands. Perhaps you should ask your parents what it cost them to have you in their home for 4 months - the answer will shock you! The visas you will need will cost hundreds, and if they knew you were traveling alone the would deny the visa - especially Russia. So you speak a little French and a little Russian - enough to get around? Or only a few random words? What about Flemish, Spanish, Maltese, Croatian, Serbian, Albanian, Greek, Moldovan (Romanian), Hebrew, Armenian, Finnish, Norwegian, or Icelantic? To answer your quesion: NO - you should not be given permission to do this. NO - you are forbidden by law from leaving home without permission. You will be labelled a runaway and hunted down like a fugitive. Even asking such a question proves you lack the responsibility or maturity to be let out of your home without supervision - let alone out of the country.
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Have you ever been in Europe before? If I were you,... this year I would ask my parents to come in a short trip - doing this, I would test how "difficult/easy" it is to travel in Europe. A good destination would be France, especially because you can understand the language and you can improve your knowledge. Russian language cannot help you too much in countries like Spain, Italy, Belgium... :) As European, I must tell you - we have laws here too and at 16 you are not considered adult. You cannot do what is forbidden in USA...if that was YOUR wish! And one more thing, I must tell you I feel offended you have selected Moldova and not Romania, because here you have some extraordinary things to see: - Bran Castle, Bran, Romania; - Peles Castle, Sinaia, Romania; - Danube Delta - Romania - House of People - Romania.
Monday, January 14, 2013
Monday, January 7, 2013
How to convince parents to let me backpack through europe at 16 ( forget to mention something)?
How to convince parents to let me backpack through europe at 16 ( forget to mention something)?
When I am 16, I want to backpack through Europe on my own for about 4 months. I can get the money needed but how can parents be convinced to let me do this, on my own. I am very responsible person and do not try and get into bad situations. I speak some French and some Russian so would that be any reason to let me do what I want to do, This will be only chance. The countries that would be seting foot on are. So how how much would I need to bring , money? Would being with my best friend make them more likely to let me go At 16 can I legally do what is wanted without permission? Dublin, Ireland Reykjavik, Iceland Oslo, Norway Stockholm, Sweden Tampere, LS, Finland St. Petersburg, Russia Moscow, Russia Yerevan, Armenia Jerusalem, Israel Chisinau, Moldova Athens, Greece Tirana, Albania Belgrade, Serbia Podgorica, Montenegro Budapest, Hungary Zagreb, Croatia Rome, Italy Malta Madrid, Spain Andorra La Vella, Andorra Paris, France Brussels, BRU, Belgium Amsterdam, Netherlands Should I be allowed to do this?
Other - Europe - 3 Answers
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Ermmm....good luck? I'm not sure, MAYBE your parents would let you do it. There are some things you need to learn about Europe. 1. It's VERY expensive compared to the U.S. You would need thousands and thousands of dollars to do this. 2. There are big cities, surrounded by miles and miles of beautiful countryside. The places of attraction would be the cities, where you could be mugged or knifed very easily. Crimes like that happen much more, especially if they can tell you are an American tourist. 3. You'd need to take ferries to get to some of these places. Also expensive. 4. You couldn't possibly get to all of these places in one trip; even if that trip lasted for the entire summer. You might be able to accomplish it in a year or two. Probably two. 5. There's legal issues. I'm not sure if the actual trip is legal or not, but think about: passports, border crossings, how long it's legal for you to stay without a visa, etc . 6. Places like: St. Petersburg, Moscow, Armenia, Israel, Moldova, Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Hungary, and Croatia will seem very poor compared to where you come from. You won't be able to feel comfortable or at home, and your living arrangements will be filthy and INCREDIBLY EXTREMELY UNGODLY expensive. 7. What if you get sick and need to go to the hospital? In Germany and France you'll be all right, but in Albania? No, I really don't think so. 8. In Israel, there's constant fighting and shooting. Bombs. So, as an overview, if your parents DO let you go, then they're looking to get rid of you. However, If you were to go to less places WITH your parents, you could even to to Israel and Albania. It would be a much more pleasant experience with your parents. You'll be in for lots of culture shocks, especially in Eastern Europe.
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I'm only 24 and we don't have any kids yet, maybe in two years, but if you were my Kid, I'd give you a big fuzzy and ask you to chill until you were 18 which makes most of your activities legal while on your own. I would encourage you to travel the US for a month of the summer to get some practice where we could always reach each other if needed, and stay in contact, and would be better if your best friend went with you. Your well being would be one of the most important things in the world besides my Lady to Me! :- ) You need to go and fulfill this dream cuz it would be the most amazing experience and there are things that fill in your education beyond what school can offer, besides it's going to be allot of fun and just awesome so long as you continue your education plans when you get back. From your writing, I would be amazing proud of you, not about me, but about you! You should be doing this trip at 18 and not 16 for more life experience and legal reasons. If you have a means of travel money now, by 18 you could have even more. Me! :- )
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You've already asked this question 7 times; how many times do you need to see the word NO before you realize that your parents are right and you are wrong? What fallacy makes you think this is your only chance? That is total nonsense. Your list is ridiculous for a single trip of a seasoned adult traveler; it is total insanity for a child. Most of those places won't permit to stay in a hotel alone; some won't let you enter the country unaccompanied. The cost will be astronomical; £10.000 to £15.000 easily, maybe more. The travel to all those places will be huge, and accomodations - even a hostelry - for 4 months (120 nights) would be thousands. Perhaps you should ask your parents what it cost them to have you in their home for 4 months - the answer will shock you! The visas you will need will cost hundreds, and if they knew you were traveling alone the would deny the visa - especially Russia. So you speak a little French and a little Russian - enough to get around? Or only a few random words? What about Flemish, Spanish, Maltese, Croatian, Serbian, Albanian, Greek, Moldovan (Romanian), Hebrew, Armenian, Finnish, Norwegian, or Icelantic? To answer your quesion: NO - you should not be given permission to do this. NO - you are forbidden by law from leaving home without permission. You will be labelled a runaway and hunted down like a fugitive. Even asking such a question proves you lack the responsibility or maturity to be let out of your home without supervision - let alone out of the country.
When I am 16, I want to backpack through Europe on my own for about 4 months. I can get the money needed but how can parents be convinced to let me do this, on my own. I am very responsible person and do not try and get into bad situations. I speak some French and some Russian so would that be any reason to let me do what I want to do, This will be only chance. The countries that would be seting foot on are. So how how much would I need to bring , money? Would being with my best friend make them more likely to let me go At 16 can I legally do what is wanted without permission? Dublin, Ireland Reykjavik, Iceland Oslo, Norway Stockholm, Sweden Tampere, LS, Finland St. Petersburg, Russia Moscow, Russia Yerevan, Armenia Jerusalem, Israel Chisinau, Moldova Athens, Greece Tirana, Albania Belgrade, Serbia Podgorica, Montenegro Budapest, Hungary Zagreb, Croatia Rome, Italy Malta Madrid, Spain Andorra La Vella, Andorra Paris, France Brussels, BRU, Belgium Amsterdam, Netherlands Should I be allowed to do this?
Other - Europe - 3 Answers
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Ermmm....good luck? I'm not sure, MAYBE your parents would let you do it. There are some things you need to learn about Europe. 1. It's VERY expensive compared to the U.S. You would need thousands and thousands of dollars to do this. 2. There are big cities, surrounded by miles and miles of beautiful countryside. The places of attraction would be the cities, where you could be mugged or knifed very easily. Crimes like that happen much more, especially if they can tell you are an American tourist. 3. You'd need to take ferries to get to some of these places. Also expensive. 4. You couldn't possibly get to all of these places in one trip; even if that trip lasted for the entire summer. You might be able to accomplish it in a year or two. Probably two. 5. There's legal issues. I'm not sure if the actual trip is legal or not, but think about: passports, border crossings, how long it's legal for you to stay without a visa, etc . 6. Places like: St. Petersburg, Moscow, Armenia, Israel, Moldova, Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Hungary, and Croatia will seem very poor compared to where you come from. You won't be able to feel comfortable or at home, and your living arrangements will be filthy and INCREDIBLY EXTREMELY UNGODLY expensive. 7. What if you get sick and need to go to the hospital? In Germany and France you'll be all right, but in Albania? No, I really don't think so. 8. In Israel, there's constant fighting and shooting. Bombs. So, as an overview, if your parents DO let you go, then they're looking to get rid of you. However, If you were to go to less places WITH your parents, you could even to to Israel and Albania. It would be a much more pleasant experience with your parents. You'll be in for lots of culture shocks, especially in Eastern Europe.
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I'm only 24 and we don't have any kids yet, maybe in two years, but if you were my Kid, I'd give you a big fuzzy and ask you to chill until you were 18 which makes most of your activities legal while on your own. I would encourage you to travel the US for a month of the summer to get some practice where we could always reach each other if needed, and stay in contact, and would be better if your best friend went with you. Your well being would be one of the most important things in the world besides my Lady to Me! :- ) You need to go and fulfill this dream cuz it would be the most amazing experience and there are things that fill in your education beyond what school can offer, besides it's going to be allot of fun and just awesome so long as you continue your education plans when you get back. From your writing, I would be amazing proud of you, not about me, but about you! You should be doing this trip at 18 and not 16 for more life experience and legal reasons. If you have a means of travel money now, by 18 you could have even more. Me! :- )
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You've already asked this question 7 times; how many times do you need to see the word NO before you realize that your parents are right and you are wrong? What fallacy makes you think this is your only chance? That is total nonsense. Your list is ridiculous for a single trip of a seasoned adult traveler; it is total insanity for a child. Most of those places won't permit to stay in a hotel alone; some won't let you enter the country unaccompanied. The cost will be astronomical; £10.000 to £15.000 easily, maybe more. The travel to all those places will be huge, and accomodations - even a hostelry - for 4 months (120 nights) would be thousands. Perhaps you should ask your parents what it cost them to have you in their home for 4 months - the answer will shock you! The visas you will need will cost hundreds, and if they knew you were traveling alone the would deny the visa - especially Russia. So you speak a little French and a little Russian - enough to get around? Or only a few random words? What about Flemish, Spanish, Maltese, Croatian, Serbian, Albanian, Greek, Moldovan (Romanian), Hebrew, Armenian, Finnish, Norwegian, or Icelantic? To answer your quesion: NO - you should not be given permission to do this. NO - you are forbidden by law from leaving home without permission. You will be labelled a runaway and hunted down like a fugitive. Even asking such a question proves you lack the responsibility or maturity to be let out of your home without supervision - let alone out of the country.
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
Please advise me IAM getting lost ??!!!?
Please advise me IAM getting lost ??!!!?
I graduated from high school two years a go.. Now I am trying to get to college.. my major is ART.. I want to be a graphic designer. I love Arts. from when I was a young girl.. the thing is.. the program cost a lot of money. and it take 4 years. to graduated. my Q is Do Graphic Designers make good money. is it worth 4 years college. is it Good career. my Friends tell me . that Arts doesn't make no many specially Graphic designer. is it True.. I don't care what people say .. IAM ganna do it because I love arts. please any advice.. by the way IAM ganna pay for college my self.. I do have my parent's I am Oslo married. but I really want to do something. with my life
Other - Education - 7 Answers
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Well, graphis designers provide a lot of 'extras' whather it be mass madia or the simplest event.... Go for it if you love arts! I've known people who pursued their liking of arts and succeeded and all they said was to be persistent in studying and doing what you like,,,, Your parents would be proud of you only if you showed them that you are happy in this kind of thing you're going into... Happy Holidays
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If you're good at anything, someone would be willing to compensate you for your product and/or services. Of course, competition and convenience come into the picture too.
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If I have the ability, I will go to the four year college. Good lock for your continue success
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think wisely.... u can do it... pray to god for the best...
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Graphic designers develop the overall layout and production design of magazines, newspapers, journals, corporate reports, and other publications. They also produce promotional displays, packaging, and marketing brochures for products and services, design distinctive logos for products and businesses, and develop signs and signage systems—called environmental graphics—for business and government. An increasing number of graphic designers also are developing material for Internet Web pages, interactive media, and multimedia projects. Graphic designers also may produce the credits that appear before and after television programs and movies. The first step in developing a new graphic design is to determine the needs of the client, the message the design should portray, and its appeal to customers or users. Graphic designers consider cognitive, cultural, physical, and social factors in planning and executing designs for the target audience. 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Graphic designers with ownership or partnership interests in a firm or who were principals of the firm in some other capacity earned $100,000.
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Are you embarking that career just because you want to make money or you love it? A career you don't have skill in it will soon kill you. Get on a career that you have skill in it (thats the one you love) and use it to money. Remember there are many advices - positive and negatives but all are advices. Choose them and choose them rightly otherwise...
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Studying art narrows your career options..so it may be hard for you to find the job you like, like a graphics designer. If you are focussing on the money you'll earn you are not going in the right direction.... never keep money as you focus cos your career is something you'll have to do for ALL your life.... but if your focus is doing some thing you love for all your life yes you are in the right direction.. But if you can sustain this difficulty and have a vision that you will do what it takes to become a graphics designer go for it... because graphics design and jobs in advertising are very tough to find You definetly seem to have a lot of interest and dedication towards your career choice so go for it..
I graduated from high school two years a go.. Now I am trying to get to college.. my major is ART.. I want to be a graphic designer. I love Arts. from when I was a young girl.. the thing is.. the program cost a lot of money. and it take 4 years. to graduated. my Q is Do Graphic Designers make good money. is it worth 4 years college. is it Good career. my Friends tell me . that Arts doesn't make no many specially Graphic designer. is it True.. I don't care what people say .. IAM ganna do it because I love arts. please any advice.. by the way IAM ganna pay for college my self.. I do have my parent's I am Oslo married. but I really want to do something. with my life
Other - Education - 7 Answers
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Well, graphis designers provide a lot of 'extras' whather it be mass madia or the simplest event.... Go for it if you love arts! I've known people who pursued their liking of arts and succeeded and all they said was to be persistent in studying and doing what you like,,,, Your parents would be proud of you only if you showed them that you are happy in this kind of thing you're going into... Happy Holidays
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If you're good at anything, someone would be willing to compensate you for your product and/or services. Of course, competition and convenience come into the picture too.
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If I have the ability, I will go to the four year college. Good lock for your continue success
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think wisely.... u can do it... pray to god for the best...
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Significant Points Among the five design occupations, graphic designers are expected to have the most new jobs through 2014; however, job seekers are expected to face keen competition for available positions. Graphic designers with Web site design and animation experience will have the best opportunities. A bachelor’s degree is required for most entry-level positions; however, an associate degree may be sufficient for technical positions. About 3 out of 10 designers are self-employed; many do freelance work in addition to holding a salaried job in design or in another occupation. Graphic designers—or graphic artists—plan, analyze, and create visual solutions to communications problems. They decide the most effective way of getting a message across in print, electronic, and film media using a variety of methods such as color, type, illustration, photography, animation, and various print and layout techniques. Graphic designers develop the overall layout and production design of magazines, newspapers, journals, corporate reports, and other publications. They also produce promotional displays, packaging, and marketing brochures for products and services, design distinctive logos for products and businesses, and develop signs and signage systems—called environmental graphics—for business and government. An increasing number of graphic designers also are developing material for Internet Web pages, interactive media, and multimedia projects. Graphic designers also may produce the credits that appear before and after television programs and movies. The first step in developing a new graphic design is to determine the needs of the client, the message the design should portray, and its appeal to customers or users. Graphic designers consider cognitive, cultural, physical, and social factors in planning and executing designs for the target audience. Designers gather relevant information by meeting with clients, creative or art directors, and by performing their own research. Identifying the needs of consumers is becoming increasingly important for graphic designers as the scope of their work continues to focus on creating corporate communication strategies in addition to technical design and layout work. Graphic designers prepare sketches or layouts—by hand or with the aid of a computer—to illustrate the vision for the design. They select colors, sound, artwork, photography, animation, style of type, and other visual elements for the design. Designers also select the size and arrangement of the different elements on the page or screen. They also may create graphs and charts from data for use in publications, and often consult with copywriters on any text that may accompany the visual part of the design. Designers then present the completed design to their clients or art or creative director for approval. In printing and publishing firms, graphic designers also may assist the printers by selecting the type of paper and ink for the publication and reviewing the mock-up design for errors before final publication. Graphic designers use a variety of graphics and layout computer software to assist in their designs. Designers creating Web pages or other interactive media designs also will use computer animation and programming packages. Computer software programs allow ease and flexibility in exploring a greater number of design alternatives, thus reducing design costs and cutting the time it takes to deliver a product to market. Graphic designers sometimes supervise assistants who carry out their creations. Designers who run their own businesses also may devote a considerable amount of time to developing new business contacts, examining equipment and space needs, and performing administrative tasks, such as reviewing catalogues and ordering samples. The need for up-to-date computer and communications equipment is an ongoing consideration for graphic designers.Working conditions and places of employment vary. Graphic designers employed by large advertising, publishing, or design firms generally work regular hours in well-lighted and comfortable settings. Designers in smaller design consulting firms, or those who freelance, generally work on a contract, or job, basis. They frequently adjust their workday to suit their clients’ schedules and deadlines. Consultants and self-employed designers tend to work longer hours and in smaller, more congested, environments. Designers may transact business in their own offices or studios or in clients’ offices. Designers who are paid by the assignment are under pressure to please clients and to find new ones in order to maintain a steady income. All designers sometimes face frustration when their designs are rejected or when their work is not as creative as they wish. Graphic designers may work evenings or weekends to meet production schedules, especially in the printing and publishing industries where deadlines are shorter and more frequent. A bachelor’s degree is required for most entry-level and advanced graphic design positions; although some entry-level technical positions may only require an associate degree. In addition to postsecondary training in graphic design, creativity, and communication and problem-solving skills are crucial. Graphic designers also need to be familiar with computer graphics and design software. A good portfolio—a collection of examples of a person’s best work—often is the deciding factor in getting a job. Bachelor’s of fine arts degree programs in graphic design are offered at many colleges, universities, and private design schools. The curriculum includes studio art, principles of design, computerized design, commercial graphics production, printing techniques, and Web site design. In addition to design courses, a liberal arts education or a program that includes courses in art history, writing, psychology, sociology, foreign languages and cultural studies, marketing, and business are useful in helping designers work effectively with the content of their work. Graphic designers must effectively communicate complex subjects to a variety of audiences. Increasingly, clients rely on graphic designers to develop the content and the context of the message in addition to performing technical layout work. Associate degrees and certificates in graphic design also are available from 2- and 3-year professional schools. These programs usually focus on the technical aspects of graphic design and include very few liberal arts courses. Graduates of 2-year programs normally qualify as assistants to graphic designers or for positions requiring technical skills only. Individuals who wish to pursue a career in graphic design—and who already possess a bachelor’s degree in another field—can complete a 2-year or 3-year program in graphic design to learn the technical requirements. The National Association of Schools of Art and Design accredits about 250 postsecondary institutions with programs in art and design. Most of these schools award a degree in graphic design. Many schools do not allow formal entry into a bachelor’s degree program until a student has successfully finished a year of basic art and design courses. Applicants may be required to submit sketches and other examples of their artistic ability. Increasingly, employers expect new graphic designers to be familiar with computer graphics and design software. Graphic designers must continually keep up to date with the development of new and updated software, usually either on their own or through software training programs. Graphic designers also must be creative and able to communicate their ideas in writing, visually, and verbally. Because consumer tastes can change quickly, designers need to be well read, open to new ideas and influences, and quick to react to changing trends. Problem-solving skills, paying attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and under pressure also are important traits. People in this field need self-discipline to start projects on their own, to budget their time, and to meet deadlines and production schedules. Good business sense and sales ability also are important, especially for those who freelance or run their own business. Beginning graphic designers usually receive on-the-job training and normally need 1 to 3 years of training before they can advance to higher level positions. Experienced graphic designers in large firms may advance to chief designer, art or creative director, or other supervisory positions. Some designers leave the occupation to become teachers in design schools or in colleges and universities. Many faculty members continue to consult privately or operate small design studios to complement their classroom activities. Some experienced designers open their own firms or choose to specialize in one area of graphic design.Graphic designers held about 228,000 jobs in 2004. About 7 out of 10 were wage and salary designers. Most worked in specialized design services; advertising and related services; printing and related support activities; or newspaper, periodical, book, and directory publishers. Other graphic designers produced computer graphics for computer systems design firms or motion picture production firms. A small number of designers also worked in engineering services or for management, scientific, and technical consulting firms. About 3 out of 10 designers were self-employed. Many did freelance work—full time or part time—in addition to holding a salaried job in design or in another occupation. Employment of graphic designers is expected to grow about as fast as average for all occupations through the year 2014, as demand for graphic design continues to increase from advertisers, publishers, and computer design firms. Among the five different design occupations, graphic designers will have the most new jobs. However, graphic designers are expected to face keen competition for available positions. Many talented individuals are attracted to careers as graphic designers. Individuals with a bachelor’s degree and knowledge of computer design software, particularly those with Web site design and animation experience, will have the best opportunities. Demand for graphic designers should increase because of the rapidly expanding market for Web-based information and expansion of the video entertainment market, including television, movies, video, and made-for-Internet outlets. Graphic designers with Web site design and animation experience will especially be needed as demand for design projects increase for interactive media—Web sites, video games, cellular telephones, personal digital assistants (PDAs), and other technology. Demand for graphic designers also will increase as advertising firms create print and Web marketing and promotional materials for a growing number of products and services. In recent years, some computer, printing, and publishing firms have outsourced basic layout and design work to design firms overseas. This trend is expected to continue and may have a negative impact on employment growth for lower level, technical graphic design workers. However, most higher-level graphic design jobs will remain in the U.S. and will focus on developing communication strategies, called strategic design, for clients and firms in order for them to gain competitive advantages in the market. Strategic design work requires close proximity to the consumer in order to identify and target their needs and interests. Graphic designers with a broad liberal arts education and experience in marketing and business management will be best suited for these positions. Median annual earnings for graphic designers were $38,030 in May 2004. The middle 50 percent earned between $29,360 and $50,840. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $23,220, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $65,940. Median annual earnings in the industries employing the largest numbers of graphic designers were: Architectural, engineering, and related services $42,740 Specialized design services 41,620 Advertising and related services 40,010 Printing and related support activities 32,830 Newspaper, periodical, book, and directory publishers 32,390 The American Institute of Graphic Arts reported 2005 median annual total cash compensation for graphic designers according to level of responsibility. Entry-level designers earned a median salary of $32,000 in 2005, while staff-level graphic designers earned $42,500. Senior designers, who may supervise junior staff or have some decision-making authority that reflects their knowledge of graphic design, earned $56,000. Solo designers, who freelanced or worked under contract to another company, reported median earnings of $60,000. Design directors, the creative heads of design firms or in-house corporate design departments, earned $90,000. Graphic designers with ownership or partnership interests in a firm or who were principals of the firm in some other capacity earned $100,000.
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Are you embarking that career just because you want to make money or you love it? A career you don't have skill in it will soon kill you. Get on a career that you have skill in it (thats the one you love) and use it to money. Remember there are many advices - positive and negatives but all are advices. Choose them and choose them rightly otherwise...
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Studying art narrows your career options..so it may be hard for you to find the job you like, like a graphics designer. If you are focussing on the money you'll earn you are not going in the right direction.... never keep money as you focus cos your career is something you'll have to do for ALL your life.... but if your focus is doing some thing you love for all your life yes you are in the right direction.. But if you can sustain this difficulty and have a vision that you will do what it takes to become a graphics designer go for it... because graphics design and jobs in advertising are very tough to find You definetly seem to have a lot of interest and dedication towards your career choice so go for it..
Friday, December 28, 2012
How much does a bus driver makes in Norway?
How much does a bus driver makes in Norway?
Hi All, How much does a bus driver makes per 40 hours in Oslo, Norway? I heard it is good money...
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According to this site, bus drivers in Norway make 22,655 kroners per month, so about 5,500 kroners per week (40 hours). In US dollars, this is between $1,771 and $2,633 per month.
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You have to compare it with cost of living though. It's about 260,000 300,000 Kr per year based on adverts on NAV (search on Bussjåfør). Cost of apartments are high and that will swallow a big chunk of any wage. Food costs, car procies, general living costs are all very high so this has to be taken into account. Oslo is rated as the 4th most expensive international city after Moscow, Tokyo and London.
Hi All, How much does a bus driver makes per 40 hours in Oslo, Norway? I heard it is good money...
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According to this site, bus drivers in Norway make 22,655 kroners per month, so about 5,500 kroners per week (40 hours). In US dollars, this is between $1,771 and $2,633 per month.
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You have to compare it with cost of living though. It's about 260,000 300,000 Kr per year based on adverts on NAV (search on Bussjåfør). Cost of apartments are high and that will swallow a big chunk of any wage. Food costs, car procies, general living costs are all very high so this has to be taken into account. Oslo is rated as the 4th most expensive international city after Moscow, Tokyo and London.
Friday, December 14, 2012
How much would a profession like this make in norway?
How much would a profession like this make in norway?
If you happen to be a Finishing Contractor in Norway, as in freelance, would you be making a lot of money? Lets say u live outside of Oslo? Are people in this profession considered wealthy, or just have enough to feed a family of 2-3? As a Finishing contractor, and a strong believer of the Christian Faith, can he also be an elder of a church there? putting together financial and professional status...?
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You'd be around average income I think based on the wages for full time employees in construction. It will vary though as depending on the specific business they may have specialist skills, etc that command a higher premium. Depends which church he's in, not sure the church of Norway has elders, but they do have a parish council. Obviously there are other churches. I take it he speaks Norwegian as that would be a bit of a stumbling block
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The pay of most jobs in Norway is fairly equal, meaning people generally earn a good living wage but few are wealthy. Taxes increase as salary increases. If you have a family, both parents usually work, as living on one wage in a country as expensive as Norway isn't ideal. I don't think the Church of Norway has elders either, but free churches usually do, although financial/professional status doesn't really play a part. Norway is statistically the least religious country in the western world though, which means you may not be satisfied with the options and community. Only 36% consider themselves religious at all, and less than 3% attend church regularly (monthly or more). I actually don't know anyone that goes to church and the figures are even lower in Oslo. As mentioned above, either of your questions would require a fluent Scandinavian language. Norwegians speak excellent English, but it's not the language of business or social life here.
If you happen to be a Finishing Contractor in Norway, as in freelance, would you be making a lot of money? Lets say u live outside of Oslo? Are people in this profession considered wealthy, or just have enough to feed a family of 2-3? As a Finishing contractor, and a strong believer of the Christian Faith, can he also be an elder of a church there? putting together financial and professional status...?
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You'd be around average income I think based on the wages for full time employees in construction. It will vary though as depending on the specific business they may have specialist skills, etc that command a higher premium. Depends which church he's in, not sure the church of Norway has elders, but they do have a parish council. Obviously there are other churches. I take it he speaks Norwegian as that would be a bit of a stumbling block
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The pay of most jobs in Norway is fairly equal, meaning people generally earn a good living wage but few are wealthy. Taxes increase as salary increases. If you have a family, both parents usually work, as living on one wage in a country as expensive as Norway isn't ideal. I don't think the Church of Norway has elders either, but free churches usually do, although financial/professional status doesn't really play a part. Norway is statistically the least religious country in the western world though, which means you may not be satisfied with the options and community. Only 36% consider themselves religious at all, and less than 3% attend church regularly (monthly or more). I actually don't know anyone that goes to church and the figures are even lower in Oslo. As mentioned above, either of your questions would require a fluent Scandinavian language. Norwegians speak excellent English, but it's not the language of business or social life here.
Friday, December 7, 2012
Should I date him?? 10 points?
Should I date him?? 10 points?
We go to the same high school. We live in Norway. His dad owns a company and they're like SUPER rich. He lives in a big mansion in the suburbs. When I was carrying a H&M bag in my hand, he like spelled it out: "h and m, huh". He only wears Armani, Tommy Hilfiger, CK and he always have Hugo Boss perfume on. I mean, I don't really shop in H&M alot, I love fashion, so I prefer Chanel, Dior etc. but I just bought a cute necklace there. I hate how he makes fun of people that are not as rich as he & his family. But I still LIKE him. A LOT. He's hot. He's tall. He's nice to me. He has gorgeous eyes. He's rich. He's REALLY smart. He's gonna heir his dad's company. But he's like really RUDE and he's showing off to other people with his parents' money.... Love, Zara ♥
Singles & Dating - 4 Answers
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if you really like him then go for it! but be careful if hes really rude to others he may end up being rude to you too. lots of rich people are spoiled.
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No, no, no. People like this need to get a reality check before they are fit for a 2-way relationship. He seems very selfish, and childish. Exactly what a man should not be. I think you're letting his money and good looks get in the way of seeing who he really is. But it's your call. Good luck!
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I would date him if you really do care for him. Him being rude like that could just be because of his age. You know how guys are. They never mature as fast as girls do. I would give him a chance, but let him know how you feel about him being rude to other people by flaunting his money. Try to explain to him how it hurts others feelings when you put them down. If he really likes you he probably will listen to you, but I wouldnt expect a quick change. He has grown up rich, so it will probably take him a little while to see the other side of life. good luck with LOVE:)
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I wouldn't date him. He is not only rude, but he is also superficial. How can one judge someone considering the clothes or the perfume one wears? Why should I spend thousands of euros on clothes that have nothing more than some clothes for about 100??? I would better go and explore this world or invest the money in something useful. And I actually do not understand why he is acting like this because there are not his own money, he didn't do absolutely anything for them. And wearing designer perfume is not such a big deal. My father also wears Hugo Boss and he is not rich, he is just a normal person with a normal job. Finally a bottle of this perfume is about 30 euro and not 150 euro like Creed or others even more expensive. Oh, and I have a question for you: are you ready to give up your friends or your family? Because I doubt he will ever be able to accept them and by the way he speaks and treats the others I tend to believe that he will also not be accepted by the people in your life.
We go to the same high school. We live in Norway. His dad owns a company and they're like SUPER rich. He lives in a big mansion in the suburbs. When I was carrying a H&M bag in my hand, he like spelled it out: "h and m, huh". He only wears Armani, Tommy Hilfiger, CK and he always have Hugo Boss perfume on. I mean, I don't really shop in H&M alot, I love fashion, so I prefer Chanel, Dior etc. but I just bought a cute necklace there. I hate how he makes fun of people that are not as rich as he & his family. But I still LIKE him. A LOT. He's hot. He's tall. He's nice to me. He has gorgeous eyes. He's rich. He's REALLY smart. He's gonna heir his dad's company. But he's like really RUDE and he's showing off to other people with his parents' money.... Love, Zara ♥
Singles & Dating - 4 Answers
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if you really like him then go for it! but be careful if hes really rude to others he may end up being rude to you too. lots of rich people are spoiled.
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No, no, no. People like this need to get a reality check before they are fit for a 2-way relationship. He seems very selfish, and childish. Exactly what a man should not be. I think you're letting his money and good looks get in the way of seeing who he really is. But it's your call. Good luck!
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I would date him if you really do care for him. Him being rude like that could just be because of his age. You know how guys are. They never mature as fast as girls do. I would give him a chance, but let him know how you feel about him being rude to other people by flaunting his money. Try to explain to him how it hurts others feelings when you put them down. If he really likes you he probably will listen to you, but I wouldnt expect a quick change. He has grown up rich, so it will probably take him a little while to see the other side of life. good luck with LOVE:)
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I wouldn't date him. He is not only rude, but he is also superficial. How can one judge someone considering the clothes or the perfume one wears? Why should I spend thousands of euros on clothes that have nothing more than some clothes for about 100??? I would better go and explore this world or invest the money in something useful. And I actually do not understand why he is acting like this because there are not his own money, he didn't do absolutely anything for them. And wearing designer perfume is not such a big deal. My father also wears Hugo Boss and he is not rich, he is just a normal person with a normal job. Finally a bottle of this perfume is about 30 euro and not 150 euro like Creed or others even more expensive. Oh, and I have a question for you: are you ready to give up your friends or your family? Because I doubt he will ever be able to accept them and by the way he speaks and treats the others I tend to believe that he will also not be accepted by the people in your life.
Saturday, December 1, 2012
How do I get my motivation back? (violin)?
How do I get my motivation back? (violin)?
When I was 2 or 3 I used to pick up my mother's violin and "play" it on my lap while singing Baa, Baa, Blacksheep. When my siblings played, I'd listen in, begging to get lessons, too. I grew up being told by everyone that I was a "wonder child" with huge potential. I got my first violin when I was 4, and immediately started playing one of Mozart's Divertimentos with my family's quartet (dad on flute, sister on cello, brother on viola, mother on violin) after I showed them that I'd picked up the leading melody by heart just by listening to them. I started playing the viola when I was about 8, and the piano when I was 10. I took lessons from one of Norway's great violinists, Terje Moe Hansen, I attended a hugely prestigious musical academy called Barratt Due, I practiced for an hour a day, and then ... it just got less and less fun. The big collapse came when my parents divorced when I was 11. My mother went abroad and my dad didn't force me to practice. So gradually I just played less and less and now that I'm 19, I'm "taking a break". I played in the same orchestra as the now-international Alexander Rybak and Vilde Frang Bjerke, I have an Italian violin that's worth beteen $10,000 and $20,000, and overall I just feel like a huge failure. My parents have invested so much money in this, and I was always told I could become professional, that I could go international. I can't let go of the feeling that there still is some talent left in me. I still play the piano (my latest piece is Beethoven's Sonate Pathétique) but that was not my original passion! I used to play Kreisler-Pugnani's Prelude&Allegro, and now when I pick the violin up raw I can hardly play Meditation from Thaïs without making any errors. What should I do to get my motivation back? I don't want to sit as an adult regretting that I never got back into it? Please give me some advice, guys. I just don't want to quit permanently. N4SXX: Send a $15,000 violin to you? To you? "Send"? No thanks :D The seller offered to buy it back from me for double what I paid. I said no way. I'm never letting go of my Italian beauty.
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I had the same issue with playing piano - all of a sudden I just didn't enjoy it as much. But I came back in full swing when I found popular music that I really enjoyed from my favorite artists or movies, and I started playing those songs instead of the typical classic music I used to play. I found it much more enjoyable. So perhaps you should try the same! Good luck!
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If you don't want to quit permanently, then don't. Pick up that violin and play. It will take some time to play as well as you used to be because there is a physical element in playing an instrument. If you were an athlete and didn't play your sport for several years, you couldn't suddenly start again and expect your muscles and reflexes to be the same. You are also troubled by doubt, regrets, and fears. Fine, let your feelings out in your music. Think of music as life itself. You make mistakes in life, but you have a choice of learning from them or giving up. You will make mistakes when you play, but....? Do you have a current violin teacher? You might need to relearn things you've forgotten. As for switching instruments or genres of music, that is something you must follow your own heart and mind on. Simply switching will simply mean you will still have to work as hard or even harder, but in a different way.
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"I don't want to sit as an adult regretting that I never got back into it" - sounds like you are already doing that... pick it up and play. what type of motivation advice could any of us offer you - you have done more that most here....
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Hi, from what I went through a few years ago, it's a matter of finding an inspiration that picks you back up again, whatever that may be for you... I hated my violin for a while, but after making some new friends (musos) and finding new music, it slowly got me interested again. New music to me means something new and contemporary. Also, at that time, I joined a musical pit orchestra. That took heaps of energy, and it was heaps of fun. It wasn't a professional stage type thing, but it was fun. Music doesn't have to be all about solo-istic works. Even though you are capable to be the next big violinist (from what you've indicated) and become a pro violinist that I'll know the name of, go back to the basics, forget your own expectations, and just have fun! Best of luck!
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listen to some tony robbins tapes
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just send the violin to me and continue playing the piano and dreading the fact that you are a quitter I am 48 and wish that I had the chance to learn with a teacher BUT alas I am forced to learn on my own
When I was 2 or 3 I used to pick up my mother's violin and "play" it on my lap while singing Baa, Baa, Blacksheep. When my siblings played, I'd listen in, begging to get lessons, too. I grew up being told by everyone that I was a "wonder child" with huge potential. I got my first violin when I was 4, and immediately started playing one of Mozart's Divertimentos with my family's quartet (dad on flute, sister on cello, brother on viola, mother on violin) after I showed them that I'd picked up the leading melody by heart just by listening to them. I started playing the viola when I was about 8, and the piano when I was 10. I took lessons from one of Norway's great violinists, Terje Moe Hansen, I attended a hugely prestigious musical academy called Barratt Due, I practiced for an hour a day, and then ... it just got less and less fun. The big collapse came when my parents divorced when I was 11. My mother went abroad and my dad didn't force me to practice. So gradually I just played less and less and now that I'm 19, I'm "taking a break". I played in the same orchestra as the now-international Alexander Rybak and Vilde Frang Bjerke, I have an Italian violin that's worth beteen $10,000 and $20,000, and overall I just feel like a huge failure. My parents have invested so much money in this, and I was always told I could become professional, that I could go international. I can't let go of the feeling that there still is some talent left in me. I still play the piano (my latest piece is Beethoven's Sonate Pathétique) but that was not my original passion! I used to play Kreisler-Pugnani's Prelude&Allegro, and now when I pick the violin up raw I can hardly play Meditation from Thaïs without making any errors. What should I do to get my motivation back? I don't want to sit as an adult regretting that I never got back into it? Please give me some advice, guys. I just don't want to quit permanently. N4SXX: Send a $15,000 violin to you? To you? "Send"? No thanks :D The seller offered to buy it back from me for double what I paid. I said no way. I'm never letting go of my Italian beauty.
Classical - 6 Answers
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I had the same issue with playing piano - all of a sudden I just didn't enjoy it as much. But I came back in full swing when I found popular music that I really enjoyed from my favorite artists or movies, and I started playing those songs instead of the typical classic music I used to play. I found it much more enjoyable. So perhaps you should try the same! Good luck!
2 :
If you don't want to quit permanently, then don't. Pick up that violin and play. It will take some time to play as well as you used to be because there is a physical element in playing an instrument. If you were an athlete and didn't play your sport for several years, you couldn't suddenly start again and expect your muscles and reflexes to be the same. You are also troubled by doubt, regrets, and fears. Fine, let your feelings out in your music. Think of music as life itself. You make mistakes in life, but you have a choice of learning from them or giving up. You will make mistakes when you play, but....? Do you have a current violin teacher? You might need to relearn things you've forgotten. As for switching instruments or genres of music, that is something you must follow your own heart and mind on. Simply switching will simply mean you will still have to work as hard or even harder, but in a different way.
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"I don't want to sit as an adult regretting that I never got back into it" - sounds like you are already doing that... pick it up and play. what type of motivation advice could any of us offer you - you have done more that most here....
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Hi, from what I went through a few years ago, it's a matter of finding an inspiration that picks you back up again, whatever that may be for you... I hated my violin for a while, but after making some new friends (musos) and finding new music, it slowly got me interested again. New music to me means something new and contemporary. Also, at that time, I joined a musical pit orchestra. That took heaps of energy, and it was heaps of fun. It wasn't a professional stage type thing, but it was fun. Music doesn't have to be all about solo-istic works. Even though you are capable to be the next big violinist (from what you've indicated) and become a pro violinist that I'll know the name of, go back to the basics, forget your own expectations, and just have fun! Best of luck!
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listen to some tony robbins tapes
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just send the violin to me and continue playing the piano and dreading the fact that you are a quitter I am 48 and wish that I had the chance to learn with a teacher BUT alas I am forced to learn on my own
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