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Foundations Program

Foundations of Art and Design is a year long, entry-level intensive that prepares students for advanced study in the visual fields of Studio Art and Visual Communications Design. The two-semester, 1000 level curriculum is made up of 15 credit hours covering principles of art & design, drawing and digital imaging proficiency.  The investigation and unification of dexterity, contextual dialogue, and presentation skills are at the heart of the Foundations of Art and Design program at SOVA.

Portfolio Review

Students must pass the annual Portfolio Review in order to enter the B.F.A. programs of Studio Art or Visual Communications Design. The SOVA Foundations of Art and Design curriculum will supply students with the necessary information and proficiency to compete in Portfolio Review.

Eligibility: Studio Art and Visual Communications Design candidates must be currently enrolled or have passed all three Foundation courses (1204, 1404 and 1604). Acceptance is contingent on successfully passing all three of these courses. Students must have and maintain a QCA of 2.0 or greater to enter and remain in Studio Art or VCD programs. 
All artwork must be original and produced by the applicant. The committees encourage submitting work produced during foundational courses.

Review Committees: The Studio and VCD Portfolio Review Committees (comprised of AAH Faculty) screens properly submitted portfolios for outstanding qualities in artistic ability, creativity, presentation skills and overall motivation. The process takes place once a year without exception. You may re-submit a portfolio for review annually as often as you wish. 

Contact Eric Standley, Foundations Coordinator, with any questions.

Foundations Gallery

 

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