What is the difference between the Drawing, 2-D, and 3-D portfolios.
The Drawing portfolio is intended to address a wide variety of approaches and media. Line quality, light and shade, rendering of form, composition, surface manipulation, the illusion of depth and mark-making are drawing issues that can be addressed through a variety of means, which could include painting, printmaking, mixed media, etc. Abstract, observational and inventive works may be submitted. Work submitted in the Drawing portfolio that incorporates digital or photographic processes must address drawing issues such as those listed above.
Links to samples of student work in the Drawing portfolio can be found on AP Central at apcentral.collegeboard.com/studiodrawing.
The 2-D Design portfolio involves purposeful decision-making about using the elements and principles of art in an integrative way. In the 2-D Design portfolio, you should demonstrate your understanding of design principles as applied to a two-dimensional surface. The principles of design (unity/variety, balance, emphasis, contrast, rhythm, repetition, proportion/scale and figure/ground relationships) can be articulated through the visual elements (line, shape, color, value, texture, space). Any 2-D process or medium may be submitted, including, but not limited to, graphic design, digital imaging, photography, collage, fabric design, weaving, fashion design, illustration, painting, printmaking, etc.
Links to samples of student work in the Drawing portfolio can be found on AP Central at apcentral.collegeboard.com/studio2D.
The 3-D Design portfolio is intended to address engagement with physical space and materials. Design involves purposeful decision-making about using the elements and principles of art in an integrative way. In the 3-D Design portfolio, you should demonstrate your understanding of design principles as they relate to depth and space. The principles of design (unity/variety, balance, emphasis, contrast, rhythm, repetition, proportion/scale and occupied/unoccupied space) can be articulated through the visual elements (mass, volume, color/light, form, plane, line, texture). These issues can be explored through additive, subtractive and/or fabrication processes. Examples of approaches include, but are not limited to, figurative or nonfigurative sculpture, architectural models, metal work, ceramics, 3-D fiber arts/fashion, jewelry and body adornment.
How do we submit the portfolio to College Board?
Each of your works must be uploaded as a digital file (maximum of 3MB each). We strongly recommend that you forward your completed portfolio to your teacher by late April, so that AdvancedArtUSA has enough time to review your portfolio before submitting it to College Board. The portfolio consists of 12 works for each of the Breadth and Concentration sections (digitally submitted) and 5 of the best works for the Quality section, which are physically sent out.
How is the AP Studio Art portfolio scored?
Each section is scored separately and the three sections are averaged together for one score ranging from a 1 (poor) to a 6 (excellent). A minimum score of 3 (moderate) and above will, depending on the college and major, allow students to place out of a humanities or an art class. We recommend that students check with the school with which they are applying.
Which colleges accept AP Studio Art scores?
Students should contact the college they are interesting in applying to in order to find out whether or not the AP scores are accepted and what class they can pass out of.
I am not going to major in art. Do you think would it be helpful to do AP Studio Art?
Yes. A score of 3 or above may allow a student in any major to pass out of a humanities or elective class. Students should contact the college they are interested in to find out for sure.
What if I’ve never had an art lesson?
AdvancedArtUSA teaches students how to make art. All students can create a college-level art portfolio by taking our AP Studio Art course, regardless of whether they have any art background or not. We recommend that if you are a beginner you should take the Teacher-Guided course rather than the Self-Paced course.
Can I take AP Studio Art?
Yes. Anyone who is interested in making art or creating an art portfolio should take AP Studio Art.
When do I get my AP Studio Art score after I submit the portfolio?
After your portfolio has been submitted to College Board the first week in May, you will receive your AP score in mid-July, as well as receiving your original artwork back in the mail.