Portfolio Preparation Course for Art School Admission (Berlin)
Details
A 44-hour intensive course ideal for Visual Communication and Illustration Courses
Build a strong portfolio. Develop your artistic voice. Prepare for admission.
This intensive summer course is designed for teenagers and young adults who want to apply to art-focused high schools or creative university programs in Berlin. Over 4 focused weeks, students will bridge the gap between technical basics and the conceptual "spark" that admissions committees look for. In a supportive studio environment, you will produce portfolio-ready work and learn to curate your best ideas.
Who is this for?
- Teens preparing for art school or creative high school admission
- Motivated beginners and intermediate students
- Young artists who want serious, structured guidance
What makes this course different?
Students will:
✔ Strengthen their drawing skills (figure, light, proportion)
✔ Learn to develop original ideas and compositions
✔ Experiment with materials and color
✔ Create and refine portfolio pieces
✔ Understand how to present their work for admission
✔ Receive individual feedback on their art portfolio
Course Structure
- Week 1 — Foundations of Drawing: Build strong observational skills and confidence
- Week 2 — Structure, Space & Composition: Understanding how images work
- Week 3 — Artistic Development: Explore creativity, and personal expression
- Week 4 — Final Portfolio Preparation: Create and refine works for applications
Course Dates and Times:
- Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10:00 – 14:00
- July 10, 11, 12
- July 17, 18, 19
- July 24, 25, 26
- July 31, August 1
Location:
In person at Kunstraum Heartspace, Danziger Str. 172, 10407 Berlin
Language:
English
You can book individual classes or the whole course (recommended).
- Single Session: €80.00 + €1.00 booking fee + €15.39 VAT
- Full Course Pass: €690.00 + €11.75 booking fee + €133.33 VAT