portfolio & essay workshops

The College of Visual Arts Admissions Office offers workshops to aid high school students through the art & design college admissions process.

Portfolio Building Basics

Saturday February 11, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Register here or call the Admissions Office at 651.757.4040
Are you a high school junior or senior that needs assistance building a portfolio? Learn how to showcase your art and design through our Portfolio Building Basics workshop. Hear from experienced admissions representatives and faculty about steps to building  a portfolio, submitting portfolios to art and design schools, and how to document artwork. Participants can bring in their current work for an optional portfolio review. All participants will receive a CVA application fee voucher valued at $40. Lunch and supplies are provided. Fee: $35
 

Essay Writing for the Visual Arts Student

Saturday, February 11, 2:00 to 3:00 pm
Register here or call teh Admissions Office at 651.757.4040
Learn how to develop a compelling essay by understanding how the elements of a Statement of Interest (thesis statement, topic sentences and supporting statements) work together. You will begin to organize ideas and energize prose, developing a complete outline and thorough draft that you will eventually revise into an effective Statement of Interest. This workshop covers the basics and answers your questions about completing this important component of your application. Fee: Free (Pre-registration is required)