For most schools, making an art portfolio to apply to a BFA Animation or Computer Art program, is different from other majors.
What to put in your portfolio if you want to major in Animation or Computer Art
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Art Portfolio Prep for NYC Young Artists: Preparing to Apply to Specialized Art High Schools or BFA Programs
No matter how talented you are, taking Portfolio Preparation classes will put you on a whole different level, giving you a great advantage over other applicants. So not only will you get in to the best programs, like most of our students you'll be on track to being awarded large scholarships.
The Right and Wrong way to make a Self Portrait
There are Right ways and Wrong ways to make a Self Portrait for your art portfolio.
Acing the Parsons Challenge
THE PARSONS CHALLENGE - Part of the application requirements for Parsons is the Parsons Challenge- where you have to create a new visual work inspired by the theme within a piece submitted in your portfolio. One Ashcan student made this work for the Parsons Challenge she titled “The Room”, a sculptural installation that she lit [...]
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Authentic Advice for Applying to Art School
Ashcan students sincerely talk about being scared their work isn't good enough, how to stay dedicated to making their art portfolios and some advice if you're struggling with your art school application. Alan ended up getting in to Cornell University, Cooper Union, Syracuse University, USC, SCI- Arc, RISD and PRATT for Architecture Daniela got in [...]
You’ll never guess what Pratts #1 most important tip for your Art Portfolio is…
Nothing shines through like loving what you do. So while there are certain things you need for a complete portfolio like still lifes, portraits , self portraits... you can make them much more appeaing to Pratt admissions if it looks like you enjoyed making it!
The SECRET to our 100% SUCCESS RATE……
Our Secret to 100% ACCEPTANCE (into one or more of your top schools) is that we make sure our students follow these rules: Use conventional materials in innovative ways Use unconventional materials in innovative ways Be Yourself Have Fun! Know that you are a uniquely creative and talented student who will be very successful (if [...]
Dreams do come true… Architecture BFA ACCEPTED!
Thomas's Portfolio got him into Cornell University AND Cooper Union! Because he committed to making a a cohesive series of artworks using conventional and unconventional material in innovative ways. This is important because your portfolio of artwork is evidence of your artistic skills and concepts. A good portfolio is an indication to schools admissions counselors [...]
How Unbelievably Impressive is This??
Allan's art portfolio got him into every one of these top art schools for Architecture!
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