Portfolio Development Certificate
The Portfolio Development Certificate is a unique program of intensive, hands-on, structured training in the fine art traditions of drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture.
The program is ideal for students who wish to make a transition into fine arts but have limited formal training. Emphasis is placed on building a high-quality and diverse portfolio, which may be used for application to undergraduate or graduate programs, artist residencies, grants or other opportunities. Through a challenging course of study, students gain confidence in various mediums and refine their personal vision.
Required Classes
| Course # | Title | Term Offered |
| CE 0001 | Fundamentals of Design | Fall + Summer I |
| CE 1001 | Drawing | Fall, Spring + Summer I |
| CE 1606 | Life Drawing | Spring |
| CE 1616 | Studio Painting | Fall, Spring + Summer I |
| Printmaking course from approved list (see below) | ||
| 3-D course from approved list (see below) | ||
| CE 8778 | Professional Practices for Artists + Designers |
Fall + Summer I |
| CE 0004 | Portfolio Development Capstone Project | Fall + Spring |
Approved Printmaking Courses
CE 5093 Monoprinting
CE 5086 Etching
CE 5080 Screen Printing
CE 9000 Lithography
CE 5079 Letterpress
Approved 3-D Courses
CE 1501 Ceramic Handbuilding
CE 1526 Wheel Thrown Ceramics
CE 1716 Woodworking: Design + Build
CE 1619 Metal Sculpture: Forging + Welding
CE 1502 Jewelry Design + Metalsmithing