Building a strong portfolio is essential for admission to a college of art and design. In this course, students create a portfolio suitable for submission to Otis or another college art program. Instruction covers drawing techniques and fundamental design principles. Students develop their creative and aesthetic sensibilities, establishing a foundation for all visual art pursuits. Assignments are geared towards portfolio requirements. Includes a guest lecture by a counselor from Otis' Admissions Office who offers information on college requirements.
Prerequisite: None
First class materials: 18" x 24" drawing board, 18" x 24" drawing pad (no newsprint, no bond paper), HB, 2B, 4B drawing pencils, 2B and 4B charcoal pencils, 1 kneaded eraser, 1 Mars white eraser.
Please note: At the Goldsmith Campus, students check in at the Security Desk on the first day of class.