Friday, April 16, 2010

Art Portfolio Difficulty: Extra Questions i appreciate for advice?

From my last question, I do admit that i feel better from recieving the helpful hand of advices given from really helpful people that have experience or knowledge in this area.





Thank you. I appreciate any further help with my difficulty.





-Im not sure where to start as i know that the "theme" of a portfolio has to have something to do with the art course i want to apply for (Design: Visual Communication which includes...Illustration, Graphic Design, Animation..etc.)


Any pointers or advice?:S


Im really not sure what would deem appropriate.





-Using artwork from school is possible i have read from some responses, but im worried, what if my artwork in art class does not fit in or connect with the "theme" of my portfolio, it would not seem appropriate?





-I know that less than 6 months has been advised to be enough time for preparation, however im considering it on top of heavy schoolwork and an art class itself to work on :'(??





I sincerely appreciate any help provided

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Reply:Hi;


I know that you feel a little overwhelmed with your work from school and doing your portfolio. But don't worry, make time for it and believe me its possible; I've done it... twice!


You could use the work from school, but if it doesn't relate to what you want to show than don't bother.


I you are applying for Illustration or Animation even Graphic you portfolio must show at least 2 life drawings, especially for the former two. It's important for the school to know that you are on your way (if not already there) of knowing the human anatomy.


I think that your work should show a range of things that you can do. Maybe the use of: watercolor, chalk, pastels, graphite. If you are applying for Illustration or Animation; you can have maybe characters that you've created, a background, make sure you know tone (light and shadows) well and show it off...


If you feel that you are not pushing yourself enough, then do it... Start now there's no better time. Try new things, experiment with new mediums, read, get inspired, try to get critiques from your teachers, try to draw and paint thing you're not use to paint... and most of all don't draw what you are comfortable with... when you are pushing yourself, try to get out of the things that you generally draw and experiment, because if you already mastered let's say... drawing still life, then go draw humans or animals, or nature... but push yourself to the limit... it's a great thing to do for an artist...


Observe, that's the key for everything, have a sketchbook with you all the time... and draw things that interest you all the time... it's a good start...


Hope everything works out for you, and hope this helped you out and answered some of your questions...


Take care :-)
Reply:i just went through this. the best thing to do is to arange your portfolio as they request, and if that did not do that then start creating the very best you can. plus what you already have.





put the two or three new best examples in first then add some of the others in. they are not looking for master level work they are looking for improvement and talent. if you could do work that is at a masters level then you don't need school do you?





add to the back of every page the information on the piece. (everything you can remember about it, take pics while doing it, medium ect. )
Reply:I won't pretend to know exactly what the review committee is looking for, but from my experience and what little I picked up going through Art school, what they're looking for is potential. They'll want to see an ability to comprehend, adapt to, and work with what will be taught in whatever direction you choose. If you choose Illustration, submit what you feel to be the best and/or most relevant illustration, and follow suit for other courses. Remember that your portfolio, at this point in your life, is not supposed to be perfect or Gallery/Professional quality. Simply, provide your best, and let the work do the talking without your worrying about whether its good enough or not. Even if you aren't accepted, don't let that stand in your way. If you're serious about the pursuit of creative expression, and keep moving forward with your life you will end up where you need to be, and the right school will eagerly open its doors to you as long as you keep trying.
Reply:I am also doing a design/illustration portfoilo right now and I really know the pressure of making it look perfect as much as possible. lol.





-for the theme, it would be better if it is something that you are really familiar of: your style. Look at all your works and see your "style." With that, try to look for colors, fonts, and random illustrations that best corresponds with your style. Although it would be better to have a white/cream (or even black) background to make your designs pop out and not let the "theme" be the center of attraction. It also helps to look for portfolios of other designers in the web like: http://www.sergeseidlitz.com/


http://www.dekoreone.com/


http://www.thebeastisback.com/index2.htm...





The theme should reflect who you are as a designer/artist. Do you like funky colors? classic style? Minimalist? Retro? etc. Because in the end, the portfolio is something that should represent you or the "you" that you want the people to see.





-do not worry with the work not being with the theme. Again, don't let the "theme" eat your works. There is only one question to consider when putting a work in the portfolio: "is this one of my best work?" If it is, then put it! Don't put a crappy work just because it fits with the theme. Remember, the portfolio should showcase your best works.





-I hope this helps. Goodluck!


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