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PART 1: Applicants must demonstrate specific skills by completing 3 problems. Approximately 30 minutes will be given for each problem:
- Draw a live model – Pencil
- Draw a still life from memory – Pencil
- Illustrate a topic that you are given – Cray-pas. Example: A Hot Day at the Beach
PART 2: Each student is required to submit a PORTFOLIO.
- Artwork and portfolio can be any size that is comfortable for the student to handle
- Include no fewer than 10 and no more than 20 pieces of work
- 2 dimensional work ONLY
- Original work ONLY. No copied work will be accepted. Exception: Photographs can be used to show sculpture, ceramics, and other 3 dimensional works
- Label each piece of work:
- Done under supervision… (i.e. in class with a teacher.)
- Done without supervision… (i.e. done completely independently.)
- …from observation
- …from imagination
- All art pieces must be either matted or mounted
- All portfolios are returned at the end of the exam
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions – Art
Q: What does the student bring to the test?
A: The portfolio, pencil, admission ticket, and a 2004-2005 Report Card or Transcript. Paper, the Cray-pas, drawing pencil and eraser will be supplied.
Q: What are the examiners looking for in the test?
A: Potential. They will see if the student can draw from observation, can compose a picture on the page and use color in an effective way. They look for imagination and creative approach within the parameters given in the audition.
Q: What does the Portfolio tell the examiners?
A: The Portfolio demonstrates seriousness and depth of interest. A variety of subject matter indicates someone who is able to try different problems.
Q: Will I have an opportunity to discuss my portfolio?
A: Yes. The proctors will hold a short conference to discuss how the work in the portfolio represents the applicant’s art experience, plans, and commitment.
Q: How can I prepare to take the test?
A: Practice the kinds of problems we give. Here are some examples:
- Set up a series of still life drawing problems: first, a single object such as a pair of eye glasses or a shoe; then use two objects, then three, and so on. Take objects away and draw from memory.
- Work with crayons or Cray-pas to illustrate street scenes, crowd scenes and landscapes.
- Keep a sketchbook. Assign yourself homework such as “Draw telephone in home.” You might then use the drawing for projects done in class.
- Do many projects. Evaluate them and select the 20 that are the most interesting for the portfolio.
Q: What are the procedures in the test room?
A: Twenty applicants are assigned to an art classroom where there are art tables, materials, and a sink for washing hands after the test. Each student is assigned a number. After each problem, the applicant posts work on the board next to that number. By the end of the test, each applicant has 3 pieces of work displayed. While students are working, the examiners are reviewing the portfolios and holding a short conference with each student. All portfolios are returned to the applicant at the end of the exam.
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