Portfolio Coaching

Expert guidance to build, refine, and showcase a standout portfolio.

Portfolio Evaluation

A one-time session providing detailed feedback on your current portfolio, helping you identify strengths and areas for improvement to align with college admission standards. Students will receive an ArtBound portfolio scorecard with written feedback, actionable insights, and easy-to-understand scoring, offering clear guidance for their next steps.

One-Time Fee: $299

Grades: 9-12

Portfolio Development

A fully customized program based on your evaluation, designed to help you create or refine a professional and cohesive portfolio tailored to your unique artistic voice and the specific requirements of your target schools. The number of sessions typically ranges from one to four, depending on the student’s needs. Sessions focus on critiques, discussions, and detailed feedback on assignments provided by Brian, while the creative work is completed independently by the student outside of the sessions.

Prerequisite: Portfolio Evaluation

Fee: $99/session

Application Assistance

Expert guidance to help you select the best artistic specialization, major, and schools that align with your talents, interests, and career aspirations. Parents are encouraged to participate in these discussions to ensure that the choices align with the family’s budget and lifestyle requirements, creating a well-rounded and practical plan for success.

Prerequisite: Portfolio Evaluation

Fee: $149/session

Summer Workshops

Join our exclusive 2-week summer session, open to just 20 students, for an immersive portfolio development workshop. Designed to help students refine and expand their portfolios, this program features hands-on art exercises tailored to showcase creativity and technical skills. Participants will have the opportunity to create new pieces and strengthen their portfolios under expert guidance. Stay tuned—more information is coming soon!

School Visits

Bring Brian Miller, founder of ArtBound, into your classroom for a free, engaging Zoom session designed for aspiring art students. Brian will cover the art college admissions process, portfolio expectations, and key strategies for building a standout application. Each session includes a Q&A, allowing students to ask questions and gain valuable insights. Ideal for educators looking to prepare their students for success in the competitive world of art school admissions.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • ArtBound is designed for high school students preparing to apply to art colleges or programs. Whether you’re just starting your portfolio or refining it for submission, we provide personalized guidance to help you succeed.

  • No, you don’t need to be a senior to work with Artbound. We welcome high school students of all grade levels and skill levels, from freshmen just starting to explore their artistic interests to seniors preparing for art college applications. Our consultations are tailored to meet each student’s unique needs, goals, and experience level.

    For younger students, our focus may be on foundational skills, exploring different media, and helping them develop a strong, diverse portfolio over time. For upperclassmen, we concentrate on refining their portfolios, ensuring they align with college application requirements, and providing guidance on personal statements or artist statements.

  • No, you don’t have to live in Wilton to participate. We welcome students from Darien, Westport, New Canaan, Weston, and all towns surrounding Wilton. For students outside this area, we also offer Zoom sessions to ensure everyone can access our services.

  • Portfolio development is a multi-session program tailored to your goals. We guide you in creating a cohesive and professional portfolio that showcases your unique artistic style while meeting the specific requirements of your target schools.

  • The portfolio review is required for portfolio development because it allows me to assess your current work, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and better understand your artistic goals. This ensures that any development opportunities I recommend are tailored specifically to your needs.

  • Yes, we offer reduced-rate and free services for students who demonstrate a need for financial support. Eligibility is determined through an application process to ensure assistance is provided to those who need it most.