ART.-204 Portfolio

Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite Placement into ACRD 080; Minimum grade of 2.0 in ART.104, ART.-132 and ART.-142 AND minimum grade of 2.0 in DESN-115.
This course is for students who have completed most of the foundation studio courses and are ready to present their works in a variety of professional ways. Students will document and
create a digital portfolio of their best work, participate in a portfolio review, participate in group discussions, learn to hang their art in a gallery, and explore ways to market their art to the public. Students will be required/expected to fulfill/complete all assignments and responsibilities related to the course as well as participate in a variety of specific events and activities to receive a passing grade for this course.

Course Outcomes

Develop an understanding of the function and importance of a portfolio in future, professional and scholastic endeavors.
Demonstrate the ability to skillfully and professionally display artwork through a group exhibition at the end of the semester.
Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of art exhibitions, art fairs, and other professional opportunities by preparing for and participating in them as a part of the course requirements.
Develop and refine critique and self-critique skills to improve their own work while learning to successfully and skillfully communicate with others while improving their work.
Students will learn mechanical methods of reproducing their artwork for review.
Learn how to design and create a digital portfolio that allows the student to effectively, properly, professionally, and skillfully document their artwork.
To learn how to effectively and skillfully document and catalog artwork.
To learn how to properly write an artist’s statement.
To learn how to properly write a Vita (resume).
Learn how to research and find exhibition opportunities.
Learn how to apply to art schools, colleges, galleries, and other professional opportunities.
To develop practices that allow the student to work independently as well as with fellow artists.