How to Photograph Artwork for Portfolio Submission
Here’s how to photograph your artwork for portfolio submission the right way. You’ve made strong work. Now you need to […]
CalArts vs RISD: Two Very Different Visions of Art Education
Choosing between CalArts vs RISD art school is one of the most common dilemmas for serious art school applicants. If
What Art Schools Look for in Applicants | Royal Blue
What Art Schools Look for in Applicants: An Overview Every conversation about art school applications eventually comes back to the
Artist Statement for Art School Application: A Complete Guide | Royal Blue
The artist statement is the part of the art school application that most students dread — and most students do
Fine Art vs Design Art School: Which Path Is Right for You? | Royal Blue
One of the most common questions we hear from students is about fine art vs design art school — should
What Is an Art School Portfolio Review — And How to Prepare | Royal Blue
If you’re applying to art school, you will almost certainly face a portfolio review at some point. Some schools conduct
First Month Portfolio Preparation: What to Expect | Royal Blue
The first month of portfolio preparation at Royal Blue isn’t about making pieces — it’s about finding your direction. Here’s exactly what Week 1 through Week 4 looks like.
How to Choose Your Art School List: A Step-by-Step Guide for Serious Applicants
Most students don’t know how to choose an art school list — they start with prestige and work backwards. Or
Parsons vs SVA: Which New York Art School Is Right for You?
Every year, students ask us the same question about Parsons vs SVA: which one is actually right for me? Both
What Makes a Strong Art Portfolio? A Director’s Honest Guide
Every year, we review hundreds of student portfolios at Royal Blue Art & Design. Some stop us in our tracks.