The "Art" School is Dead

[Merg Ross]

Mine was free, a full ride, one of the best experiences of my life.

But my favorite experience was helping my ex assistant, Zig Jackson, with his his career. A wonderful hard working poor Mandan Indian guy who went to The San Francisco Art Institute for his MFA, on to teach at SCAD, become a Professor Emeritus and get a Guggenheim.

Hi Kirk,

Thanks for the mention of Zig Jackson; I was not familiar with his life and work. A Guggenheim at age 64 --- good for him!

His life story reminded me of Pedro Guerrero who also attended an art school ( Art Center School, LA) and at 22 became Frank Lloyd Wright's personal photographer. Another interesting story of perseverance and accomplishment.

All the best,
Merg