We’re excited to share some fantastic opportunities for your student to receive valuable feedback on their art portfolio from counselors, admissions teams, and faculty from top art and design schools worldwide. National Portfolio Day is a free event where high school and college students can meet with experts, receive personalized insights on their work, and gain guidance to help them prepare for the next steps in their academic and artistic journeys. In-Person Events: Nov. 1

We recently hosted an exciting Free Open Class designed to help young artists refine their portfolios, and it was a fantastic experience! Here's a quick look at what went down: Mixed Media Portrait Collage Participants dove into the world of mixed media, creating unique portrait collages using various materials and techniques. This hands-on activity helped students experiment with textures, colors, and unconventional materials, showcasing the power of combining different medi

Are you the parent of a young, budding artist—or is your child just beginning to explore the world of creativity? The Artist Lab is excited to invite middle school students (Grades 6–8) to a FREE Open Class that offers a hands-on introduction to building a strong art portfolio. 📅 Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
 🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
 📍 Location: The Artist Lab, 5311 University Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 Learn from a Master Portfolio Director This dynamic workshop is l