Portfolio Review Day Perks
Meet Faculty.
The School of Art, Design and Creative Industries is home to faculty spanning a wide variety of creative disciplines. At Portfolio Review, visitors will have the chance to meet with ADCI instructors in a casual, laid-back environment.
Gain Valuable Feedback.
Portfolio Review Day participants will receive honest, supportive feedback on their artwork, leaving them with a better understanding of their unique, creative voice.
Tour ADCI Facilities.
The School of Art, Design and Creative Industries boasts 120,000+ square feet of space shared between McKnight Art Center and Henrion Hall. At Portfolio Review Day, visitors will have a chance to tour our lecture rooms, studio spaces, and exhibition venues.
Learn About Degrees.
The School of Art, Design and Creative Industries offers four undergraduate majors: art education, art history, graphic design and studio art. Within studio art, we offer concentrations in applied drawing, ceramics media, community and social practice, painting media, photo media, print media and sculpture media. At Portfolio Review Day, participants will have the opportunity to meet with degree representatives and gain a better understanding of what degree path they’d like to pursue.
Access Scholarship Tips.
The School of Art, Design and Creative Industries awards more than $120,000 in scholarships annually. Portfolio Review Day allows prospective students the opportunity to gain insight into the scholarship application process ahead of ADCI’s priority scholarship deadline on February 20th.
Receive Free Swag.
Registered Portfolio Review Day visitors will receive a swag bag full of ADCI-themed goodies.
What to Expect
Check In
Participants will arrive at the first floor of the McKnight Art Center (west building) to check in. During the check in process, they will receive a name tag, swag bag, and can grab some snacks.
Set Up
After checking in, an ADCI staff member will direct participants to a table in the atrium, or a nearby classroom, for set up.
Begin Review
Once set up is complete, students will be paired with various faculty members based on creative interests. These faculty members will rotate throughout the event to meet with students one-on-one, answer questions, and provide feedback on portfolios.
Portfolio Review Day FAQs
Is there a fee to register for Portfolio Review Day?
There is no fee to register for Portfolio Review Day.
I'm not graduating this spring; can I still attend?
Yes! Portfolio Review Day is open to all high school juniors, high school seniors, community college students, and adult learners.
What makes a strong portfolio?
Strong portfolios will contain six to twelve pieces in a range of mediums, but also demonstrate proficiency in at least one area. Portfolios may contain school assignments, independent work and/or professional work.
What if I don't have a complete portfolio?
Portfolio or no portfolio, we want to meet with you! Even if you have no artwork to present, Portfolio Review Day is still a great opportunity to tour facilities, meet faculty, and ask any questions you may have.
What if I'm a digital artist?
Artists of all mediums are welcome to participate in Portfolio Review Day! For digital artwork, we ask that you bring a laptop, tablet, or other device to show images of your work.
I create 3D artwork, but I'm worried about traveling with it. What should I do?
We encourage you to bring the original artwork, but if that's not possible, we ask that you bring a laptop, tablet, or other device to show images of your work.