Portfolio Preparation Course for Art School Admission (Berlin)

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