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Artwork by Katrina Phidd, Fall 2023
“The reviewer provided specific suggestions about developing a body of work and encouragement to seek exhibitions for my work. They also gave me recommendations of artists to look up to continue to work on my portfolio.”
—Phyllis Frick, Drawing Certificate
“It was nice to have someone look over my portfolio to make sure it was in good enough condition to send out for job opportunities.”
—Anonymous, Fashion Certificate
“I found that having a reviewer with a fashion background was super helpful because they understood how my pieces were constructed and gave great input on how to showcase my garments.”
—Jeanette Rodriguez, Fashion Certificate
“I appreciated the reviewer’s honest feedback about my work and layout.”
—Lily Austin, Graphic Design Certificate
"The certificate program and Portfolio Review Day really helped me clarify my future career goals in design and what I would need in the portfolio to achieve that. The reviewer showed me the strengths of my portfolio, and suggested areas for improvement on where to highlight certain elements, where to use negative space, and how to present work so that it is engaging and capturing to my audience."
—Aneesh Didwania, Interior Design Certificate
“It was nice to review my work from the last year and present it in a more formal way.”
—Amanda Ip, Interior Design Certificate
"Getting feedback from a professional in a similar medium as myself was so valuable, and it was great to be able to ask questions as part of the review."
—Jennifer Casselberry, Painting Certificate
“I like how the portfolio was more of an open conversation and received advice from a professional.”
—Thitima Sirinupong, Painting Certificate
“The review helped me find ways to test different techniques and improve my work/portfolio.”
—Laura Jimenez, Drawing Certificate
"Having someone view my work without prior knowledge of me or the assignments was helpful. Getting fully fresh eyes and perspective was interesting."
—Anonymous, Fashion Certificate
“The conversations during the entire interview were uplifting and inspiring. The reviewer readily acknowledged and understood my work and skills.”
—Ernestine Fleming-Jones, Fashion Certificate
“I was able to look at my work with pride and in a new light while also wanting to improve myself.”
—Anonymous, Graphic Design
“I found it very helpful for the reviewer to help guide how the work fits in my portfolio and discussed possible future freelance marketplace.”
—Shawna Kaiser, Graphic Design Certificate
“I believe this review helped me to stay on track and stick to my goal.”
—Carmen Ellett, Interior Design Certificate
“It felt good receiving validation from my work and suggestions for layout improvement.”
—Samantha Tarrant, Interior Design Certificate
“It was helpful that the reviewer was able to pull from my work and understand my voice when I hadn't yet heard it.”
—Diane Merin, Painting Certificate
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