Make Art Every Day: How to Make It Happen

A sculpture of spilled flowers shows how it can feel when you want to make art every day but can't find the time or energy

How many people actually have time to make art every day? And how can you do it without getting tired of your art practice and being in the studio? What could fall apart in your life if you spend every day making your art? Not every artist has these kinds of thoughts, but I do. […]

How To Build an Art Portfolio for College in 8 Easy Steps

Making great work is the first step if you're learning ow to build an art portfolio

Most recommendations for how to build an art portfolio focus on the work you should make. That’s important, but there are a few other things you’ll want to know if you’re doing portfolio preparation for art college.  These are some simple steps that can help when you’re building an art portfolio for college that can […]

How I Review an Art Portfolio

Art portfolio review graphic with different artwork examples

An art portfolio review can be nerve-wracking, terrifying, and painful. It can also be an incredible experience that will teach you a lifetime of lessons that you’ll bring with you into the studio. To prepare you for your first art portfolio review, let’s pretend I’m reviewing your art portfolio in person at a Portfolio Day […]

Art Portfolio Ideas: Jumpstart Your Portfolio With These Ideas

Art portfolio ideas can come from the work you've already done or online, and these are some other easy and fun ways to do it

If you’re trying to build up your portfolio, it’s easy to get stuck. A strong portfolio demonstrates the best of your best, highlighting technical and conceptual skills, as well as your knowledge of media, disciplines, and art history. The pressure is high, which leads many artists to get stuck and go searching for art portfolio […]

Portfolio Review 101: A Complete Guide

Portfolio review image with a miniature art portfolio and two paintbrushes

A portfolio review isn’t just a chance for you to talk to someone about your art or photography. It’s not a time to make your case for admission to your school of choice or the scholarship that you want. It’s mostly an opportunity to connect with someone who understands what you do and how you […]