College Portfolio Prep
Chalk figure drawing, drawn from life, by Jocelyn, age 17
Rendered from observation, by Olivia, age 17
Graphite Pencil Drawing, drawn from life, from a mirror. Senior in H.S. age 17
INSTRUCTOR - Patrick Seufert
FOR AGES 15 & UP
Prerequisite: All students under 18 & Color Theory or be able must have completed Foundation Drawing to show a proficient portfolio indicating your skill level is ready for this courses.
DESCRIPTION: Portfolio Prep is for juniors and seniors in high school who wish to work on their portfolios’ for college. Knowing the requirements of so many of the best art schools in the country, our studio has put together various projects in order to build students skills and show their proficiency. Drawing from life, color and design, plus imagination are emphasized. Variety!
Supplies needed for this class:
Strathmore 11”x14” spiral bound sketchbook
HB drawing pencil
4B drawing pencil
Kneaded eraser
Black & white charcoal sticks
Black & white charcoal pencils
Newsprint paper
Tracing paper
More supplies will most likely be needed for this course. A full list of minimum supplies needed will be provided before the class starts. Supplies are not included in the cost of the course.
INSTRUCTOR: Known as an urban painter, much of Patrick’s oils are inspired by the city of Philadelphia, where he has lived for the past 10 years. After receiving his BFA from Tyler School of Art, Temple U., Philadelphia, he developed a process of painting in a hyperrealistic style. His unique style has proven to be exceptional, in that it granted him acceptance into many prestigious national juried shows, such as Allied Artists of America, OPA and NOAPS. Over the past 15 years, Patrick’s oils have won numerous prizes, including many Best of Show, Best Landscape, First Prize in Oils & Merit Awards, across the U.S.
He has exhibited in NYC and Philadelphia galleries in the past. Articles on his work have appeared in various suburban Philadelphia magazines and newspapers, including the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Bucks County Magazine (Spring ‘26), and the national publication, Canvas Rebel.
Besides Philadelphia, he has also depicted Washington, D.C., NYC, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, Denver, Lancaster, New Haven, Burlington (VT), Newark (NJ), the coasts of Maine and Delaware as well as (rural) New Hampshire. Patrick’s work is presently included in the Allied Artists International Exhibition, online.