Im a highschooler trying to improve and ad to my application portfolio. Its due soon, but i have lots of time on my hands. I was wondering how valuble are sketches that portray concept in comparison to a finished rendering. Should i polish my existing ideas or keep generating new ones. Oponions would be much appreciated
I think it depends on the school, but most american art programs like to see a lot of traditional studio art: drawing, painting, drawings from observation… my college application portfolios were a pretty even balance between these traditional pieces, and ID type renderings of CD players (it was 1993), watches, shoes and cars.
Its probably best to hedge your bets with a bit of what you know they want and a bit of what shows off who you are.
What schools are you applying to?
Both sketching and rendering are important.
Its good to show your skills in both, but also keep in mind what your portfolio should show is your potential and thinking, not just “finished” product.
Especially as you dont have much experience or real product to show, your thought process (through sketches, especially) is very important.
From my perspective, I believe that rendering is a good skill that anyone can learn, but sketches really show how your mind works and solves problems.
In the end, the more the merrier of both!
R
thanks for the response. Im applying to Emily Carr and OCAD
what program? ID or an art program?
Im applying for ID
have you looked at Carleton University’s ID program. I can highly recommend it, especially compared to Emily Carr and OCAD, both of which are more arts-based and in my opinion not as thorough to prepare you for a real ID job…
R
Whats your definition of a real ID job, and what kind of jobs do you think Emily Carr and OCAD would line me up for?
I should qualify my statement. I dont have first hant experience of either Emily Carr of OCAD, but had seen portfolio from some students from both and the grad show from OCAD.
I only meant that I feel that these programs are less technical based than Carleton and perhaps dont cover as much in the way of manufactuing, etc.
I didn’t mean that you wont get a job from them…
Ultimately it about what kind of education you want and your own skills and drive. A good designer is a good designer a school just helps shape that.
Anyway, just maybe check out all programs and use your own impression to feel whats right for you. I certainly am no expert in all Canadian Design Schools.
R
much thanks for your advice
No problem. Anytime and best of luck with whatever your choice is.
R
yo Gsmith - i also applying to OCAD’s ID program. Do you live in Toronto (I do) , when is you portfolio interview. My is on the Febuary 14 . I was just wondering if you can email me back . I just want to know more about if i’m on the right tract. my name is eden
edenkavuma@gmail.com
peace and good luck.