How to prepare a Portfolio?

How to prepare a Portfolio?

The preparation of your art and design portfolio should demonstrate a high level of the following:

  • Introduction to fundamentals of drawing
  • Introduction to research methods and processes
  • Continual development of sketchbooks, log book and research folder
  • Portfolio Project development
  • Idea development/research for project
  • Exploration of new materials and mediums
  • Evidence of a range of drawing techniques including collage.
  • Model making (if applicable).
  • Extend fine art or design development for final concept
  • Select for portfolio preparation
  • Review layout and presentation
  • Relevant titling of portfolio
  • Finalisation and preparation for portfolio interviews

This is your opportunity to shine. The portfolio is an essential part of your art school application process – your creative passport! Your portfolio should be able to visually communicate clearly. It should have the capacity to share your visual journey of idea development, skills, techniques and processes.

Your sketchbooks should include primary and secondary research, sketches and experimental ideas; adding notes, dates and detail, revealing and sharing a range of thought and innovation. In addition, we also advise students to keep a journal and research folder, both physical and online. A personal blog can also be a great way to store and share your creative direction.

At London Art Portfolio we can help you be selective and clear with your presentation. We will help you understand which specialist filed is best for you. Through one of our Portfolio Courses or bespoke 1-1 Tutorial programmes you will be able to determine your future career and receive supportive direction through your whole application process.

Your portfolio preparation can include any of the following areas of art, design or media:

  • Fine Art: Painting, Drawing, Sculpture or Installations
  • Architecture and Spatial Design
  • Interior Design and Landscape Design
  • 3D Product, Car and Industrial Design
  • Fashion and Textile Design
  • Fashion Styling, Promotion and Art Direction
  • Film, Video and Animation
  • Graphic Design and Illustration
  • Printmaking and Digital Prints
  • Theatre Performance, Prop and Costume Design
  • Photography, Fashion, Fine Art, Documentary and Editorial
  • Printmaking, Hands On and Digital Prints

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