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Building a Portfolio (Pre-College)

What is an art portfolio? What should you include in a portfolio? Whether you’re applying to an art program or submitting artwork for an exhibition, a portfolio is key in representing your creative vision and skills to others. This class will provide students with one-on-one guidance as well as structured exercises that explore composition, versatility/variety, and conceptual thinking. By the end of the 11 weeks, students will walk away with new portfolio pieces and a better understanding of how to identify their strengths and artistic voices.

Teen Studio: Building a Portfolio is for artist ages 14-18. Students on all artistic journeys are welcome, regardless of whether they intend to apply for art programs with their portfolio.

FALL TERM: October 1 – December 17, 2025 (11 sessions)
No class on November 27

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10% multi-session / sibling discount. Monthly payment plan options and tuition assistance are available.

  • Tuition: $748
  • Location: Kala Gallery and Community Classroom
  • Instructor: Krista Wright
  • 11 Classes
  • Wednesday, October 1, 2025 — December 17, 2025
  • 4pm — 6pm
  • Materials fee included with tuition

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About the Instructor:

Krista Wright is an artist and educator based in the Bay Area. She has been an educator and an administrator for youth art programs for the past 5 years, including the Pre-College and Young Artist Programs at CCA, San Francisco Art Institute, the Community Youth Center After School Programs (SFUSD), and Kala Art Institute. Her work centers on re-imagining imaginary friends from the past and placing them in the present. In her printmaking work, she creates the lore for her creatures; with sculptural work, she brings them into the 3rd dimension; and in her paintings, she places these creatures in everyday scenarios.