Join us on Wednesdays from 10:30 am - 4:00 pm for our "Open Studio" Portfolio Preparation sessions. Students work on portfolio pieces that are unique and represent their individuality, all guided by our trained instructors. 

They will work in our semi-private artist cubicles, formulating and completing portfolio pieces in various materials, including oil paint, gouache paint, pastel, and graphite pencil.Students can expect to complete two to three works of art over the duration of this course, depending on their skill level and work ethic.

A course for beginner - intermediate students covering the basics of academic drawing, including proportion, perspective, symmetry, line weight, academic shading techniques, and more. 

Students skill level will be assessed, and each student will be assigned individual assignments to complete each week. Some projects may continue for multiple sessions and can cover geometric shapes, merging shapes, cast and still life drawing or academic portrait plates.

WEDNESDAYS

July 10, 17, 24 & 30

6 - 8 pm

Students will learn the basic building blocks of the methods of the old masters, including the application and understanding of painting an imprimatura and underpainting. They will also discuss color theory, values, the application of color, and more.

To learn these methods, students will paint from various reference images of old masterworks, including landscapes, still lives, and portraits.

The number of pieces completed depends on how well a student comprehends techniques and applies them.

Tuition: $300

July 11, 18, 25 and August 1

6 - 8 pm

Our summer Pre-College Portfolio Preparation Intensive is designed to assist high school students in building strong portfolio pieces to submit as part of their college applications.

We provide students with professional guidance, mentorship, and training to help them develop their artistic skills and create a portfolio that showcases their abilities and individuality.

This program is ideal for high school students interested in pursuing an art-related major in college or those who hope to build a portfolio to supplement regular college applications.It is recommended that students begin preparing their portfolios as early as their freshman or sophomore year of high school. Starting early allows them to develop their skills over time and create a stronger variety of work by the time they apply to college.

During these intense 2 weeks, students will aim to produce between 10-14 diverse art pieces. They will work under the guidance of instructors Anna Neis and Kelsey Doherty to develop concepts via topic research, planning sketches, and final project creation.

For more information, please email our enrollment team at...

" enrollment@princetonacademyofart.com "

NOTE: Tuition includes a CC processing fee