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ART Portfolio Preparation

Winning portfolios in art school admissions require a meticulous strategy. There is a lot of competition when it comes to portfolio submissions and we help to ensure that you become the chosen one. 

CCSA will help you in the successful progression of your academic journey with our portfolio preparation program. We offer portfolio preparation classes to ensure that you get admission in the best art universities and colleges of Canada.

CCSA is an award winning art school that has helped more than 800 students secure admissions in Top Art Schools of Canada through its in-person and online classes. 

These classes teach students to create new pieces of art portfolios and help them develop interview skills with the goal of admission to their preferred art programs. We recommend that you plan for at least 6 months of preparation prior to your program’s application deadline. 

What is an Art Portfolio?

An art portfolio is a collection of a student’s artworks that shows their creative thinking and abilities. In fact, an art portfolio is not necessarily a package of drawings or paintings; it is a portfolio which showcases an artist’s interests, skills and inspirations! It may include a mix of drawing, sketches, digital art, 3D Work, etc. considering the university program a student wants to apply! When applying to art programs in universities and colleges, art portfolio preparation is one of the key things since a well- structured art portfolio is often the most important part of the application in addition to meeting academic requirements.

What is Art Portfolio Preparation?

Art Portfolio preparation is the process of building a thoughtful, compelling, and artistically strong portfolio which is developed to meet the admission requirements of an art program in colleges or universities. It is actually more than just making art; it is about creating the right art presenting in a professional way!

At CCSA portfolio preparation programs, we provide students with the tools and mentorship they need for art schools admission. Through personalized instruction, structured feedback, and project-based learning, students refine their skills and build artworks at CCSA portfolio prep classes that align with the requirements of their target schools. From idea development to final presentation, our art portfolio prep team helps each student create a portfolio that is not only complete but also competitive.

What We Do in Art Portfolio Preparation?

At CCSA, we provide a personalized portfolio preparation program designed for students applying to colleges and universities.

Our Services Include

  • One-on-one and group art portfolio classes

  • Custom curriculum planning based on target colleges and universities

  • Skill-building across various media (drawing, painting, digital art, etc.)

  • Interview preparation (If needed) and mentorship

  • Regular progress reports for parents

  • Final portfolio presentation support and review

 

What areas we cover?

 

SUMMER ART PORTFOLIO PREP

Personalized Attention || Tailor Made Classes || Individual Assessment

Modes : In-Person Group Classes || In Person Private Classes

These classes will provide an opportunity for your child to gradually start preparing their portfolio. We believe that young artists should start early and recognize their talent. These special 2-month classes will help them realize their strength and work professionally on them.

The purpose of this class is to teach the fundamental skills of art portfolio preparation, such as drawing and painting techniques during summer (2 sessions a week during July and August). The two-month preparatory course will help them develop creative expression. The class provides both demonstration-based learning in addition to individual guidance that will help them gear up for a more advanced level of art portfolio preparation during the fall.

 
 
 

School year Portfolio Preparation Classes

Personalized Attention || Tailor Made Classes || Individual Assessment

Students will attend a mix of group teens art classes at CCSA and also a package of private sessions ($70 per hour) during school years. The right group session and also the umber of private sessions will be arranged for each student based on their current skill sets and the target college or university programs they are going to apply.

 
 
 

How to Get Started with Art Portfolio Preparation?

  • Send us an email at info@ccsa.art

    Include the following details:

    • Student’s name, age, current grade, and school

    • The program(s) and institution(s) the student plans to apply to

    • Sample artworks (photos or scanned images)

  • We’ll schedule a free in-person or online assessment session to understand your teen’s current skill level, goals, and readiness.

  • Based on the assessment, we’ll design a customized roadmap that typically includes a mix of private and group sessions.

  • Students begin their art portfolio classes at CCSA. We provide regular updates on progress and ensure portfolios are finalized before application deadlines. Online portfolio sessions are also available for the students who do not leave in the neighbourhood!

 

We have been Successful at PORTFOLIO PREPRATION COURSE!

Our students have been successful in securing admissions in top Canadian schools, colleges and universities.

To name a few :

Universities: Concordia university • OCAD university • York University • Ottawa School of Art • Queens University

Colleges: Centennial College • George Brown College • Humber college • Seneca college

Schools: Earl Haig • Rosedale Height • Etobicoke School of Arts • Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts • Claude Watson School for the Arts