Top Art School Apply and Art Contest
Guide to Applying to Art School
Here is a powerpoint presentation in PDF version on how to Apply to Art School. This guide was created by Ying Bonny Cai, who attends the Rhode Island School of Design and Brown University as part of the Brown|RISD Dual Degree Program.
Here is a powerpoint presentation in PDF version on how to Apply to Art School. This guide was created by Ying Bonny Cai, who attends the Rhode Island School of Design and Brown University as part of the Brown|RISD Dual Degree Program.

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Portfolio and Art School Information

National Portfolio Day:
We highly recommend our students who aspire to attend art school to participate in National Portfolio Day. This event offers a valuable opportunity for students to present their portfolios and receive feedback from professors and admissions officers representing a diverse range of art schools. Additionally, attendees can gather more information about individual schools and their programs.
For the most up-to-date information on this year's National Portfolio Day tour, including dates and locations, please visit their official website at http://www.portfolioday.net/.
Attending National Portfolio Day can be a significant step in your journey towards pursuing an education in the arts and connecting with institutions that align with your creative aspirations. Don't miss this chance to showcase your talent and gain valuable insights into your artistic future.
We highly recommend our students who aspire to attend art school to participate in National Portfolio Day. This event offers a valuable opportunity for students to present their portfolios and receive feedback from professors and admissions officers representing a diverse range of art schools. Additionally, attendees can gather more information about individual schools and their programs.
For the most up-to-date information on this year's National Portfolio Day tour, including dates and locations, please visit their official website at http://www.portfolioday.net/.
Attending National Portfolio Day can be a significant step in your journey towards pursuing an education in the arts and connecting with institutions that align with your creative aspirations. Don't miss this chance to showcase your talent and gain valuable insights into your artistic future.
Here, you can discover a wealth of information and valuable links to various art competitions that you can enter. Whether you're seeking recognition for your talent or simply looking to challenge yourself, these competitions offer a platform to showcase your creativity.
In addition, you'll find a treasure trove of insights and tips on preparing a standout portfolio and navigating the application process for art school. Scroll down the page to uncover valuable resources that will empower you on your artistic journey.
In addition, you'll find a treasure trove of insights and tips on preparing a standout portfolio and navigating the application process for art school. Scroll down the page to uncover valuable resources that will empower you on your artistic journey.
![]() Explore Your Art School Options:
Are you considering applying to art school? Here are some prestigious institutions you might want to explore. To learn more about their application deadlines and portfolio requirements, be sure to visit the "Apply" page on each school's websites Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) Parsons The New School for Design The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) Art Center College of Design Carnegie Mellon School of Design School of Industrial Design - Georgia Tech Ringling College of Art and Design Pratt Institute College for Creative Studies NYU Tisch School of the Art School of the Art Institute of Chicago These institutions are renowned for their art programs, and each offers a unique and inspiring environment to nurture your creative talents. Be sure to explore their websites for detailed information on the application process and requirements." |
Some Art Competition Information
Federal Junior Duck Stamp Competition
About: This competition requires students to create a drawing or painting of a state duck that will be translated into a stamp. The competition is divided into four age groups, and our students work in either color pencil or oil paint. Deadline: March Website: http://www.fws.gov/juniorduck/ See past winner's work from our studio! |
State Fish Art Contest
About: This competition requires students to create a drawing or painting of a state fish. Our students work in either color pencil or oil paint. Deadline: March 31st Website: http://www.wildlifeforever.org/contest See past winner's work from our studio! |
Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
About: This competition requires students to use their imagination and drawing skills in all sorts of different categories. Students can enter drawings, paintings, fashion design, as well as 3-D art such as sculpture and digital art as well. Deadline: December Website: http://www.artandwriting.org/ See past winner's work from our studio! |
Other Competitions....
Animal Action Art Contest: http://www.ifaw.org/united-states/our-work/education/art-for-animals
Marine Art Contest: http://stellwagen.noaa.gov/pgallery/kidscorner.html
The Graceful Envelope Contest: http://www.calligraphersguild.org/envelope.html
Animal Action Art Contest: http://www.ifaw.org/united-states/our-work/education/art-for-animals
Marine Art Contest: http://stellwagen.noaa.gov/pgallery/kidscorner.html
The Graceful Envelope Contest: http://www.calligraphersguild.org/envelope.html