Portfolio Requirements

1. 10-15 works of art, ideally representing a mix of both two-dimensional and three-dimensional media.

• Work should be original and not copied from other artists, photographs, or magazines.
• One work should be a current self-portrait drawn from life, not a photograph.

2. Written recommendation from an art teacher.

Tips

1. Present your best works rather than a wide variety of media. The work will be evaluated on your understanding of the creative process, handling of the medium, drawing and design skills, creativity and presentation.

2. Practice talking about your artwork.

• Are all of the pieces class assignments, or are any of them personal projects?
• Which is your strongest piece, and why?
• Which is your weakest piece, and why?
• How do the pieces in your portfolio relate to your personal and professional goals relative to art making?

3. The portfolio review lasts approximately twenty minutes and includes an interview with members of the Art Department faculty. You are encouraged to ask any questions you may have about the program at that time.

If you have any questions or need clarification about the studio art portfolio, please contact the Office of Admission.

Piano Auditions

Two pieces in contrasting styles from two of the following historical periods: Baroque, Classical, Romantic or Modern (20th and 21st Century). Music should be performed from memory. If you have questions please contact piano professor, Dr. Chenny Gan at cgan@wesleyancollege.edu.

Organ Auditions

Students should prepare two works of contrasting styles to perform and a hymn from any standard hymnal; music may be used for this audition. Please arrange a practice time on the organ before the audition by contacting the organ professor, Dr. Michael McGhee at mmcghee@wesleyancollege.edu.

Voice Auditions

The student should prepare two selections from the solo vocal repertoire in contrasting styles. It is recommended that, when possible, one of the selections should be a song in a foreign language (Italian, French, or German) plus a second selection in a contrasting style. One selection from musical theatre may be used. Please bring a copy of your selections to the audition; an accompanist will be provided. Taped accompaniments are not appropriate. Music should be performed from memory. 

Instrumental Auditions

The student should prepare two solo selections to successfully demonstrate your musical abilities and talents. Please bring a copy of the accompaniment unless the composition is specifically written for the instrument alone; an accompanist will be provided if needed. If you have questions, please contact Professor Nadine Cheek at ncheek@wesleyancollege.edu.