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A portfolio critique is a terrific opportunity to get a comprehensive look into your studio practice, artistic goals, and development.
For many artists, getting an insightful critique and support is hard to find. Our staff provide a professional opinion that is aligned with their related industries in the art world.
Who are portfolio critiques for?
Portfolio critiques are for artists of all levels of experience: self taught artists, beginners, professionals, degree program candidates, and more.
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Portfolio Critique Formats
Slideshow Critiques
Slideshow critiques target both fundamental elements in your studio practice down to small details in an individual artwork.
Suggestions for improvement, ideas for how to move forward are illustrated with text and diagrams added on top of your artwork for easy reference.
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features
- limit 8 artworks
- 8 critique slides
- artist recommendations
- slideshows are created by Prof Lieu
Sample slideshow critiques
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Join our 2025 Art School Portfolio Group!
Our Art School Portfolio Group provides ongoing support and feedback from our staff of professional artists for students applying or transferring to a BFA, MFA, or post-baccalaureate program.
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To participate, you’ll need to 1) join our Discord server and 2) pay a one time fee, or pledge monthly on our Patreon.
Video Critiques
We begin the critique by speaking about the entire portfolio overall, providing fundamental strategies that can be applied to your studio practice.
Next, we critique each individual artwork in the portfolio, concentrating on details specific to each artwork.
Features
- 30 minutes
- limit 20 artworks
- images of the artwork
- critique is spoken audio
What if I have questions?
We are happy to answer any specific questions you have about your portfolio, just write them in your artist statement when you submit the form.
Degree Program Portfolio Critiques
We critique art school portfolios for students applying to BFA, Post-Baccalaureate, and MFA programs as first year students, as well as transfer students.
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Applications for degree programs are challenging, and preparing the portfolio is often confusing for many candidates.
You don’t have to prepare your portfolio on your own! Getting feedback from professionals on your portfolio is essential to produce your best artworks.
Another option is to join our Art School Portfolios Group for BFA & MFA students, where you’ll get critiques & voice sessions + connect with other students. $30-$40 monthly.
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Artist Portfolio Critiques
An artist portfolio critique is a great way to get a fresh pair of eyes on your work. Our staff covers a broad range of fields in the art world and can provide insight into each of these industries.
concept art /
visual development
- Backgrounds
- Character Design
- Creature Design
- Props
- Vehicles
fine arts
- Ceramics
- Drawing
- Mixed Media
- Painting
- Photography
- Printmaking
- Sculpture
ILLUSTRATION
- Children’s Books
- Comics
- Graphic Novels
- Editorial Illustration
animation
- Reels: pro/student
- Storyboarding
- Stop Motion
- Motion Design
- 3D Animation
design
- Graphic Design
- Jewelry
- Wearable Art
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Purchase
To complete your purchase, you’ll need to:
- Pay via the “Pay Now” links.
- Fill out a form via the “Request Form“ buttons.
Contact
Questions? Email Prof Lieu.
Join our 2025 Art School Portfolio Group!
Our Art School Portfolio Group provides ongoing support and feedback from our staff of professional artists for students applying or transferring to a BFA, MFA, or post-baccalaureate program.
![Group class critique Lauryn](jpg/img_9953-2.jpg)
To participate, you’ll need to 1) join our Discord server and 2) pay a one time fee, or pledge monthly on our Patreon.