8 College Interview Tips For Introverts

Got interviews for college admissions coming up? The good news is that you have made it this far. The less exciting news, however, if you are quite the introvert, is that you will have the spotlight focused directly on you.   To avoid looking like a deer caught in the headlights, you can take advantage of simple interview tips shared by reputable PhD admission consultants.     These strategies…

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10 tips on creating a highly effective photography portfolio

  Use HTML instead of Flash   HTML is able to load faster as compared to Flash and at the same time it is easily translatable across all platforms. Flash is not functional because it is slow, it does not alert you if there are any updates available and one may not be able to use it in all mobile devices.   Outline your specialty   Having an effective photography portfolio requires on to clearly…

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4 Portfolio Building Secrets

If you want to prove yourself professionally, it is important to show and tell. Research indicates that using visual aids makes you more likely to convince people of your credibility. That is why having a portfolio is so great. Whether you are trying to make yourself more visible on the web, enhance your personal brand, give employers a feel of your skills or attract new customers, a portfolio…

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Where can students go to get portfolio assessed?

A checklist serves the purpose of assessing art portfolios for students. This is in the aim of actively involving the artist in the assessment process.  The course tutors often works together with the students which makes it easy for them to identify criteria for the portfolio rubric.  The portfolio is likely to pass through the hands of a lot of people. Outside reviewers and fellow students get…

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Are Distractions Slowing You Down?

  It’s easy to get distracted. Between technology and loud noises, you tend to lose focus on the task at hand. Here are just a few tips to get back on track making your art portfolio.   1 – Don’t Give in to Pressure and Anxiety   The weight of your future is on your shoulders and that can affect your creative state of mind. You may be worrying “am I good enough?” and that is a completely normal…

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Want To Know Four Secrets On Building A Portfolio?

  If you want to prove yourself professionally, it is important to show and tell. Research indicates that using visual aids makes you more likely to convince people of your credibility. That is why having a portfolio is so important. Whether you are trying to make yourself more visible on the web, enhance your personal brand, give employers a feel of your skills or attract new customers, a…

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What Makes a Portfolio Stand Out?

What Makes a Portfolio Stand Out?

Art portfolios comprise of a collection of an artist’s best work.  An art portfolio needs to display your skills and ideas as well as demonstrate your ability and potential as an artist. It should include a representative series of images that reveal a variety of approaches and styles. Getting into a reputable art school is quite difficult so during your portfolio preparation, you need to put…

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Graphic Design Portfolios

  A physical copy of a portfolio is a valuable tool for students and artists even when most of the work is digital. Unlike online portfolios, a physical portfolio has a sense of permanency. Clients can re-experience a physical portfolio and will be more likely to hold onto it for longer. Consider the following tips when putting together your graphic design portfolio. Brand yourself As a creator,…

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Portfolio Planning for College

Portfolio Planning for College

  In addition to meeting academic requirements, students are often required to produce an art portfolio and are sometimes asked to attend portfolio assessment days.  If a portfolio is required, treat this as the most important component of the application.  Here are a few tips to help you prepare! Look at recently accepted art portfolios Referring to real examples of student portfolios is one of…

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Do’s (and mostly) Don’ts of Art Portfolios

Do’s (and mostly) Don’ts of Art Portfolios

  An art portfolio showcases your artistic skills and potential while giving some insight into who you are as an artist.   How do you create an impressive art portfolio?  Though are many factors that contribute to strong portfolios, there are a few crucial “don’ts” to avoid! Don’t create a portfolio with too many or too few pieces While portfolio requirements vary from program to program, you can…

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Portfolio Tips That Can Get You Art Scholarships

Portfolio Tips That Can Get You Art Scholarships

  Many art programs offer scholarships for students with exceptional portfolios. In addition to saving on tuition, applying to scholarships gives you experience in presenting your artwork in a professional way and marketing yourself as a serious artist. Understand the instructions Scholarship applications usually have additional requirements that are to be included with the portfolio submission.…

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Summer Project for Graphic Design Portfolio

Summer Project for Graphic Design Portfolio

  Summer delivers a great occasion for portfolio work. Your graphic design portfolio is one of the most vital marketing pieces you have as a designer. Usually, it has the most effect on your ability to amaze employers and clients. With that in mind, you should be continuously updating your online and print art portfolio with fresh and interesting projects that display your creativity and skills.…

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Tips for Keeping your Art Portfolio Fresh

Tips for Keeping your Art Portfolio Fresh

  Art progresses as the world around us changes. Emerging social trends, innovative technology, and the environment are just some examples of change that influence art. Artists should allow themselves to be inspired by world events. In doing so, your portfolio will continuously evolve. Putting together a portfolio once does not mean it shouldn’t be re-evaluated and refreshed. Additionally, your…

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Avoiding clichés in your art portfolio

Avoiding clichés in your art portfolio

Ensuring that work is completely original can be a daunting task even for the most confident art student especially if you have selected a theme that has been responded to many times before. It should be exciting to try and make individual and innovative work but avoiding cliché can be very difficult at times. Assessors and marketers are likely to have seen numerous art portfolios containing…

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Tips on observational drawing

Tips on observational drawing

Observational drawing is a basic component of most high school art courses. Often, drawing is the main way of communicating, developing, investigating and researching ideas. While it is acknowledged that there are numerous extraordinary types of drawings and that non representational drawing methods have an important role in art students’ portfolios, it is usually beneficial to exhibit realistic…

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Tips for Character Design

Tips for Character Design

Almost everyone can recall a memorable cartoon character, but did you ever ask yourself how these characters come to life? Extensive research and a lot of love goes into creating recognizable, likable, and iconic characters.   Pick a Theme     Starting a new character design can feel like staring at a blank canvas. It might seem daunting at first but the process is exciting. Planning your…

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2 Step Guide to Art portfolio Preparation and Design

2 Step Guide to Art portfolio Preparation and Design

  Your art portfolio is one of the most important marketing tools you have as an artist. It demonstrates your artistic abilities to potential employers and clients. For prospective students, submitting a portfolio to an institution is like an audition. A lack of preparation often results in repetitive, disorganized portfolios. A professional portfolio preparation course assists students in…

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