I am a Bi Polar 20 year old student at the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design. My family is not what you would call well off and my parents do not have enough money to fund my schooling which is 20,000 a year. Being a dedicated student, I am determined not to drop out, however my income is becoming a factor that could change that. Art school takes a great amount of time and effort that is difficult enough to manage with Bi Polar Disorder, holding a job outside is doable but not easy. It also effects my grades and hurts my chances of scholarships to a possible graduate school that I dream of post bachellor. I came to aid page with hopes to find help in finances and resources, if anyone has anything to contribute between financial aid, and suggestions of where I might find other help, it would be greatly appreciated. I would also be interested in using my various artistic mediums (sculpture, poetry, film, photo, painting, or cooking) in return for funding. I have learned much already through my first two years of schooling and can create many fine pieces of sculpture (wood,metal,synthetics,busts,mixed media,etc.), photo, movies/documenterys, paintings, or poems. If any art patrons out there would be interested in commissioning a work. I can even work with you on the desired designs or essence of the work a.k.a I can provide professional artistic services to potential patrons, I really just need help.