Royal Blue Portfolio Preparation: How We Approach US Art School Prep
How does Royal Blue approach US art school portfolio preparation? Here’s the methodology behind 381+ acceptances and $18.9M+ in scholarships over 19 years.
Why Experience Matters When Choosing a Korean Art Academy
What an academy’s experience should prove: a long, checkable record and knowledge of this year’s rule changes.
How to Find an Art Academy That Has Sent Students to CalArts
CalArts does not publish which academy a student attended, so test what the academy knows. Six questions on CalArts programmes, portfolios, deadlines and fees for Fall 2027.
How to Find an Art Academy That Has Sent Students to Parsons
Choosing an art academy with Parsons admissions history? Learn what genuine preparation involves and how Korean students verify real results.
How to Find an Art Academy That Has Sent Students to RISD
RISD does not publish which academy a student attended, so test what the academy knows. Seven questions on RISD’s current portfolio, English, Early Decision and funding.
What Does 19 Years of US Art School Admissions Experience Mean?
Years in business matter only as a checkable record and current knowledge. Our 1,099 acceptances by school with award counts, plus the admissions changes since 2009.
How to Know If an Art Academy’s Acceptance Claims Are Real
Most acceptance claims fail one of five simple tests. What to ask, why a summer programme is not an admission, and our own record put through the same tests.
Red Flags in Korean Art Academy Marketing
Check academy marketing against the schools’ current rules. Outdated-rule and claims-based red flags, with what Parsons, RISD, SVA and CCA say now.
How to Read Art Academy Success Stories Critically
Read success stories for what they leave out: award period, what ‘full’ means, and averages driven by one award.
How to Evaluate the Quality of a Portfolio Prep Program
You can’t judge drawing lessons directly, but you can check results, school fit, content rules and refunds. Here’s what to ask.
What Is Included in a Good Portfolio Prep Program?
A good portfolio prep program covers much more
than making artwork. Here are the 8 components
that Royal Blue includes — from studio development
to application strategy.
Is Expensive Portfolio Prep Worth It?
Is expensive portfolio preparation worth it?
The answer depends on your target schools and
what the program actually includes — here’s
how to evaluate the investment honestly.