Turning portfolios into possibilities.

ArtBound helps aspiring art students develop and present their portfolios with confidence and professionalism. Through expert coaching, an online course, and valuable resources, we provide the guidance needed to showcase your work effectively and stand out in competitive applications at top art schools.

What we do

You make the art. We help it stand out.

1:1 Portfolio Coaching

ArtBound’s coaching services provide personalized guidance to help you navigate the art school admissions process with confidence. From portfolio evaluation and development to application assistance, college selection, and major guidance, we ensure your application is strategic, professional, and compelling. Whether you’re refining your portfolio or finalizing your school choices, our expert support helps you stand out and succeed.

Online Portfolio Course

ArtBound’s online course provides step-by-step guidance to help you build and present a professional physical or digital portfolio for art school admissions. Designed for flexibility, our self-paced course allows you to learn at your own speed, with lifetime access so you can refine your portfolio whenever you need. Master the skills to showcase your work with confidence and stand out in competitive applications.

We Wrote the Book

ArtBound is the essential guide for students and parents navigating the art school application process. Written by professor and author Brian Miller, it covers portfolio building, admissions insights, and preparation for a successful creative education. Coming Soon!

From the Blog

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12th Grade Art School Prep
12th Grade Art School Prep

Now is the time to finalize your portfolio, submit applications, and prepare for the transition to college-level art programs.

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11th Grade Art School Prep
11th Grade Art School Prep

This is the year to refine your portfolio, research colleges, and start preparing your application strategy.

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College Visits for Art Students: What to Look For
College Visits for Art Students: What to Look For

Visiting colleges is an important step in the application process, especially for art students.

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  • SHU Student

    There are not enough words to describe how helpful he has been in teaching me about design, building my confidence, and building my knowledge about how to handle myself as a professional graphic designer.

  • SASD Student

    Brian’s classroom was lighthearted yet commanding. If you were not serious about art you would find that out in his class.

  • SHU Student

    Brian has provided me with tools that I don't feel my other classes have provided me with, and I feel more prepared for my career because of him.

  • SHU Student

    Brian is extremely passionate and dedicated to helping his students, and though his feedback may be challenging a lot of the time, it is this feedback that has shaped me into a better, more resilient artist.

  • SASD Student

    Brian is among the rare few who do not believe in the "everybody passes" school of thought. The grades received from Professor Miller actually mean something.

  • SHU Student

    Brian’s ability to be honest with students about their work and his expectations for them truly makes them better designers than they were at the beginning of the semester

  • SASD Student

    The knowledge and skills that I gained under Brian’s tutelage will serve me for the rest of my career. I hope he will always teach in some capacity.