Summer Portfolio Intensive
A summer intensive program designed to prepare students for art college admissions
Available spots
Service Description
Grades 9+ June 22 - August 7, 2026 Monday Friday | 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM Designed for students who are serious about art school. Daart Studio's Summer Portfolio Intensive guides you in building a powerful, standout portfolio for top art schools. [PHASE 1] Portfolio Planning & Complex Still Life - Completion of one advanced complex still life drawing - Development of a structured sketchbook (croquis studies) - Concept development framework - 1:1 individual idea meetings [PHASE 2] Individual Portfolio Painting - One acrylic or oil painting on canvas - Concept reinforcement artwork development - Daily idea sketches and concept expansion - Mid-program critique and individualized feedback - Artist statement writing guidance [PHASE 3] Mixed Media Portfolio Project - Completion of one mixed media work - Final artist statement completion - Final critique and personalized evaluation - Professional artwork photography session ! Please Note: The total number of completed works may vary depending on the student's pace, the complexity and scale of the concepts, and the specific mediums chosen for each project. What Makes This Program Different? "Elite Training. Exceptional Portfolios." A rigorous, academy-style program designed for serious art students. We bridge the gap between technical mastery and professional portfolio strategy. 1. Expert Mentorship - Elite Faculty: Led by graduates of world-renowned art institutions. - Immersive Training: 125 hours of structured studio sessions. - 1:1 Guidance: Individualized idea meetings and professional critique. 2. Strategic Portfolio Building - Custom Direction: Tailored sequencing to meet your specific goals. - Professional Branding: Artist statement refinement and competition entry support. - Seamless Path: Direct transition to our academic-year portfolio track. 3. High-End Deliverables - Complete three gallery-ready works with professional photography included: - Painting: 1 Advanced Acrylic or Oil on Canvas. - Drawing: 1 Complex, High-Level Still Life. - Mixed Media: 1 Innovative Conceptual Work.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Attendance, Make-Up Classes, and Refund Policy 1. Absences and Make-Up Classes In order to receive a make-up class credit, absences must be reported at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled class time. Make-up classes are limited to one (1) per month per student. Earned make-up credits may only be used during the designated Make-Up Day in the month following the absence. Parents/guardians are responsible for reserving the make-up class at least 24 hours in advance. Make-up classes cannot be carried over to subsequent months. If a student misses a scheduled make-up class, no additional make-up class or credit will be provided. 2. Registration Cancellation and Refunds A full refund will be issued only if cancellation is made within 24 hours of registration and at least 30 days prior to the program start date. No refunds or class credits will be issued if: Cancellation occurs more than 24 hours after registration, or Cancellation occurs within 30 days of the program start date. 3. Withdrawal from Ongoing Classes To discontinue enrollment in an ongoing program, a minimum of one (1) month advance written notice is required. Failure to provide proper notice will result in the following month’s tuition being charged in full.
Contact Details
502 North Kentucky Street, McKinney, TX, USA
daartmanager@gmail.com