tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1915490681797832722.post4413241478431280296..comments2013-02-16T18:28:37.565-08:00Comments on (2009 Portfolio Dev): CalArts Portfolio (accepted)Gabriel Linhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03828193799924437680noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1915490681797832722.post-14376266541146892432012-04-03T21:20:34.134-07:002012-04-03T21:20:34.134-07:00hi! I can't even express how much I love this ...hi! I can't even express how much I love this portfolio, it's seriously what I aspire to reach artistically these days. I had a quick question though, would you happen to recall the size of your portfolio/ some of the larger works you submitted? As well as the sketchbook? I've been told before by a friend to submit really massive works (like 18x24 or the like). Thanks in advance!leohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10159160612799595679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1915490681797832722.post-68938456081207211382012-01-05T20:22:04.928-08:002012-01-05T20:22:04.928-08:00using only pencil and paper isn't necessarily ...using only pencil and paper isn't necessarily a bad thing but it does mean that you'll probably need a very strong showing as other people will most likely show a versatility in mediums as well as showing some use of color in their portfolio. I've seen people get in with just black and white drawings and they're super talented. Just do your best to make your portfolio stand out. <br /><br />Fine Arts and Character Animation are very different things here at CalArts so be careful about what you apply to because they'll be two very different paths you'll be taking. My advice would be to apply and do what you want to do and not what you think you're supposed to do (unless I guess those two happen to be the same thing).<br /><br />I'm not sure what your last question is about. I don't remember the application deadline anymore but if it hasn't already ended it should be ending pretty soon. If the deadline is coming up I would suggest that you continue drawing from life and maybe if you haven't tried something new. Then I'd say put together your portfolio! If you've already sent in your portfolio, just continue to draw from life and begin applying the skills you're getting from that to create your own stuff :)Gabriel Linhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03828193799924437680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1915490681797832722.post-47343754820099668312012-01-04T09:31:40.536-08:002012-01-04T09:31:40.536-08:00Question. I'd really like to get in to CalArts...Question. I'd really like to get in to CalArts but there's some flaws and I'm afraid I won't get in. I mainly focused on real life drawing but only use pencil and paper. It feels like I'm supposed to apply for Fine Arts but I really wanted to apply for Character Animation. So, any advice on what should I prepare from now? Should I use a PC(like, on colouring thingy?) or should I started on drawing characters first? <br />Anyways, your portfolio looks great! You're awesome :)<br /><br />Thanks!Feliciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13539932464905982907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1915490681797832722.post-68024576213174409922012-01-01T19:09:58.369-08:002012-01-01T19:09:58.369-08:00@Cat: Responded through email but I feel like you...@Cat: Responded through email but I feel like you probably didn't get it. Using the other side of a page is perfectly fine. People do that all the time in school as it saves money. If you've got a piece you want to put in just make sure the other side is facing the inside of the portfolio sleeve and they won't see it :). <br /><br />@Andy:<br />1. I think they prefer to see the actual physical copy of your work. I've never heard of anyone turning in a sketchbook in DVD format. Personally if you're not done with your sketchbook I'd still turn that in over a DVD. But of course everything's up to you so choose what you think is best.<br /><br />2. You definitely don't have to draw in a "realistic" style for life drawing. Lots of people caricature or stylize their life drawings. So in terms of drawing a certain way, don't worry. Only thing that's a bit worrisome is the drawing cartoony and anime thing you mentioned. From what I remember schools including CalArts don't like seeing anime in the portfolio because it tends to be formulaic. If you live in California you can actually visit the school and get a better idea of the range of style the students draw in. If you aren't I'm pretty sure you can always email me, other students, and even teachers your work and get opinions.<br /><br />hope that helped. Best of luck :)Gabriel Linhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03828193799924437680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1915490681797832722.post-51648449223463999332011-12-31T12:37:14.403-08:002011-12-31T12:37:14.403-08:00Hello Gabriel and Congrats for the getting accepte...Hello Gabriel and Congrats for the getting accepted.<br /><br />I had some questions regarding to the portfolio because I do want to apply for CALarts as a Internacionl student.<br /><br />1. Do I have to send the Whole sketchbook itself? or can I just send all the pages scaned and burned into a DVD?<br />(I wonder because I wouldnt really like to rip the pages off from mine...)<br /><br />2. What happens if my drawing style is other than realistic as yours? My style is more focused of cartoons and anime. I dont feel too confortable with realistic style. Do you think thats a problem?<br /><br />3. Thank you for this Posting! Happy New Year and the best Wishes for you ^^ wish me Luck!Andy Saltosnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1915490681797832722.post-72920447457381642062011-12-06T19:56:12.370-08:002011-12-06T19:56:12.370-08:00I have a quick question regarding the application ...I have a quick question regarding the application process. I have a piece that I would like to submit -- however, it was completed on the reverse side of a gesture drawing I'm not too happy with. Do you happen to know if CalArts frowns on work completed on a previously used sheet? I wasn't expecting it to turn out, or else I would have started new one. (darn) thanks!!!CatBaileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13520090623702279739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1915490681797832722.post-73716518025085761942011-08-01T10:24:04.337-07:002011-08-01T10:24:04.337-07:00Hey everyone.
Anon1: Yes I did accepted with thi...Hey everyone.<br /><br />Anon1: Yes I did accepted with this portfolio. But don't use this as a template lol. Be better.<br /><br />Anon2: You don't have to submit any animation for the animation department. You can if you want but a lot of people have never animated before including me. My personal suggestion is to only submit any animation if you're confident it's just as good if not better than the rest of your portfolio. A bad reel can hurt your overall portfolio.<br /><br />hope that helps and best of luck to all of you guys that are applying!Gabriel Linhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03828193799924437680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1915490681797832722.post-75205397137047404542011-08-01T08:53:28.496-07:002011-08-01T08:53:28.496-07:00Hey that was really helpful information. Just wann...Hey that was really helpful information. Just wanna know, do you have to submit an animation or animated video or a demo reel or something in order to apply for character animation?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1915490681797832722.post-84109032643595694282011-07-28T14:54:37.313-07:002011-07-28T14:54:37.313-07:00did u get accepted buddy??did u get accepted buddy??Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1915490681797832722.post-19880145534192130622011-01-04T17:14:01.882-08:002011-01-04T17:14:01.882-08:00Thank you very much this helped me a lot. This ser...Thank you very much this helped me a lot. This seriously was something I needed to hear and see. Your artwork is amazing and you probably got better already since that's usually what tempts to happen. lol but yea, thanks again. Hopefully Ill get in. :S I'm really nervous.<br /><br />-ArleneAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1915490681797832722.post-952394687192500062010-12-03T08:33:03.865-08:002010-12-03T08:33:03.865-08:00I love looking back at this portfolio! Love the co...I love looking back at this portfolio! Love the color and creativity you put in it. Each drawing is interesting to look at :) I can't just scroll down without taking a lookAmbar Navarrohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15256869924052741064noreply@blogger.com