Art Portfolio Preparation for Submission to Miami Arts Charter (MAC) and other Magnet Middle Schools

Visual Art Audition, Art Portfolio and Sketch Book Requirements

Students auditioning into the Miami Arts Charter School Visual Arts Department must meet the following requirements in order to be considered for entry. Students must bring their portfolios and sketchbooks to the audition. The portfolio and sketchbooks are optional for 6th grade applicants, but are highly encouraged as they supplement the faculty's ability to assess the student's artistic skill set. 

All necessary drawing materials will be provided. The audition process takes approximately 60-90 minutes. 

The audition process consists of two parts:

1. Portfolio & Sketchbook Review

2. Drawing Test (Still Life in Pencil)

PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS: 

The portfolio requirements are listed below and should be adhered to carefully. The portfolios are reviewed by MAC faculty while the drawing assessment is in progress.

Bring in a portfolio of your best artwork. Please choose a portfolio that can be easily opened and closed. There are no specific requirements for the type of portfolio. They can be made of cardboard, durable paper or other materials. Do not include any heavy frames or glass. Please do not include any 3D works of art. Sculptural work should be photographed and printed on quality paper to be included in the portfolio. Digital artwork must be printed on quality paper and included in the portfolio - works on electronic devices will not be assessed. 

Please include the following in your portfolio to the best of your ability:

Middle School Candidates: (Optional for 6th grade applicants)

1. One Self-Portrait in Pencil

2. One Still Life in Color using Colored Pencil 

3. One Landscape Drawing in Colored Pencil 

4. At least 3 additional works of your choice.   

High School Candidates:

1. One Self-Portrait in Pencil 

2. One Still Life in Pencil or Charcoal

3. One Still Life in Color (any medium)

4. One Interior Space in Pencil

5. One Landscape Drawing in Color (any medium)

6. At least 3 additional works of your choice.   

SKETCHBOOK: 

A sketchbook is an essential part of the portfolio because it documents the students' interests, personality and commitment to expressing themselves visually. Sketchbooks can have anything and everything! Students are encouraged to draw, paint, write, cut and paste images, and fill their book cover to cover with interesting material.

If you have any questions or need more information, visit their site at miamiartscharter.net and contact their facilities directly.

To set up your appointment with Sofia Art Academy, call us at 305-949-1617