Embedded Files
Photographs of 6 to 8 pieces of original artwork that includes the following (for additional support with this portfolio, you may view these visual arts portfolio resources
Piece 1: A self-portrait, using a graphite drawing pencil and paper done from observation (from observation means you draw yourself by looking in a mirror). For additional support with a self-portrait, please see the short self-portrait tutorial produced by the High School of Art and Design
Piece 2: A still life of at least 3 items, using a graphite drawing pencil and paper done from observation (from observation means you draw objects placed before you on a surface in front of you). For additional support with a still life, please see the short still life tutorial produced by the High School of Art and Design.
Piece 3: Choose ONE of the following to prepare and upload.
Option 1: Figure Drawing - Use a graphite drawing pencil and paper. Pose a friend or a family member and draw the figure from observation. (From observation means, you draw a live person). If you do not have access to a friend or family member, see this visual arts portfolio resources or the short figure drawing tutorial produced by the High School of Art and Design.
Draw entire figure, filling the page: Do not cut off any parts of the body.
Draw figure with realistic proportions.
Try to use value or lines to draw the folds of clothing.
Include observed details and draw facial features.
Place figure in a simple setting so your figure is not "floating in space."
Option 2: Interior Room Drawing - Use a graphite drawing pencil and paper. Draw any room of your home done from observation. (From observation means, you draw looking at the interior of a room in your home or another location that you are physically in.) Proportions must be realistic.
Include a corner of the room that you may have a piece of furniture
If these are in your space include:
Details of a window and door (for example the molding)
Chair or sofa upholstery and drapes/curtains using value and line
Include observed details of the room (for example statues, vase of flowers)
Piece 4: Fantastical Sandwich - Use a graphite drawing pencil and paper to design a building or monument inspired by a fantastical sandwich. What would a sandwich look like as a structure? Feel free to use colored pencils if you wish…and have fun with it!
Incorporate architectural elements into the design.
Make sure to include a ground line and background, and fill the whole page.
Use your imagination and creativity – we want to see your wildest ideas.
Ask yourself:
What is the building’s purpose and who would visit it?
Where are the doors and windows?
Are there stairways?
Pieces 5-8: Add 1 to 4 additional pieces to your portfolio. You may select pieces that were created using any material in any form. They may be two-dimensional or three-dimensional. Possible suggestions include:
Looking out your window, what do you see?
A detailed drawing of a building exterior
A close-up of a piece of furniture
A perspective drawing
Student Information
Select three pieces of artwork from your portfolio (Piece 1 and Piece 2 must be included). Upload a short video about the three uploaded pieces of original artwork. Discuss your choice of subject and materials, motivation, and influences. Your video should be no longer than three (3) minutes. If you are unable to create a video, you may upload a written explanation of up to 500 words (either is equally acceptable).
Callbacks
Callbacks
The school may invite you to “callbacks” for other school specific requirements and/or for live on-demand tasks. Do not be concerned if you are not invited for a callback. A callback does not mean acceptance or rejection
SUMMARY: At least 5 pieces of artwork uploaded, Video or essay explaining three pieces of your artwork (including 1 and 2)
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