Art+Design

Your visual portfolio should consist of 12–20 pieces, including observational drawings (see below) of your best and typically, most recent work.

It should consist of a variety of media and approaches and can include a mixture of assignment-based projects, self-directed work and sketchbook work. Strive to give us insight to your creative process and personal interests!

The portfolio does not need to be major-specific and can include any type of work including painting/drawing, printmaking, sculpture, digital work, etc.

Please do not include work that copies photographs, uses the grid system, or directly replicates any other artist’s work (including replicating anime drawings, cartoons, or video game character designs).

Regardless of major, please include both of the following assignments among your work:

1. One self-portrait in any medium
2. Two drawings from direct observation (not from photos)

In addition to the requirements noted above, please submit examples of recently completed coursework, related to your desired major,  identifying which course it pertains to.

Further detailed Portfolio Requirements for Graphic Design are essential to assist in future course placement. Please reach out to the Art+Design Program Coordinator with specific questions about these prompts.