A lot of students and parents who consult with us ask how long it will take to start and finish a portfolio. Well, to be honest, all art-making processes vary by individuals. It also depends on how fast you work, and how technical the projects you are working on are required to be. Art making is not simple; it’s not something you can crank out one piece after another within a couple of weeks. It requires a lot of attention, diligence, and patience, which oftentimes needs adequate feedback and help to polish it.
On average, one portfolio (with multiple bodies of works) could take from 6 months to 10 months, depending on your experience, as well as the pace of your style. Here at New York Art Studio, we offer short-term intensive options where that span could be shortened, but it’s always important to plan ahead of time especially if an art school is your goal. The majority of our students had no experience in the arts prior to working with us, whether you are preparing for undergraduate programs or graduate programs. Some of them were non-art majors who also got accepted to art&design graduate programs by following through our guidelines and diligently working towards their goals.
We are here to find out about your situation and come up with the best plan and curriculum for your portfolio, so if you are a prospective art student who doesn’t know where to start with your portfolio, let us know because we’ve got your back! Our targeted program is designed so that all our individual students can maximize their potential through strong foundational practice and create, well-polished portfolio pieces that will get you into that school that you’ve only dreamed of 🙂 Remember, your portfolio is the most critical part of your application. Talk to us further about our portfolio prep program. Our doors are always open for you and your dreams!
a distinctive art portfolio for your desired school and major.
