- TIMESTAMPS - 00:54 - software 1:30 - font tips 2:14 - ordering tips 3:39 - description tips 6:19 - one page vs. two page spreads 7:26 - photographing your work tips 11:00 - medium tips 11:45 - how many pieces should I submit? 12:08 - types of projects 12:32 - acceptance dates 13:00 - audition day
@Chanitnanth Phadungnanonth Hey there! Really happy you liked the video. As for the overhead camera, I used a tripod and pointed my camera downwards. But since you're having a zoom interview, you can probably use something like this: amzn.to/3cgoyQ5 Good luck on your interview :)
I want to do architecture and I’ve been searching lots on RU-vid but yours is the best by far!! (It’s even better than a few portfolios I’ve seen by uni students)!!! You should be really proud of yourself!!
Thank you so much! I was just in struggle about how to do a portfolio without any idea , and with this video that I followed step by step, my portfolio was accepted by my University! Keep going on what you are doing and don't stop to share with us! It is really helpful for everyone here
Great content! I think your portfolio tips apply fairly well to portfolios in general too: Only show your best work, keep it simple, and keep a variety. I noticed, however, annoying horizontal banding on your main front camera. The likely cause was a mismatch between shutter speed and a room light. Just something to watch out for in future videos. Keep up the great work!
@@RayaKee That is indeed a possible fix. It depends on the relationship between the framerate, shutter speed, and how many Hz the light is running at. In general- the 180 shutter rule is your best bet, but moving to 1/60 shutter may be needed with some lights since you are in Canada (US & Canadian electricity runs at 60Hz- vs 50Hz for most of the world). Doing a quick test with your lights and different camera settings and comparing is my recommendation for finding best results. EDIT: Also check out some post de-flicker options! They can be a lifesaver when you don't have control of all the lights. I use Da Vinci Resolve Studio's built in deflicker plugin when needed. I'm sure the Adobe suite has similar plugins available.
Hm if you want tips on actually creating pieces, you'd have to look at more specific videos. This vid is more general in the sense that it covers how I selected and arranged art into my portfolio. I used my Fujifilm XT2 camera and edited in Lightroom for photos.Thanks for watching!
Hey, I'm in grade 11 and trying to stay ahead even though I feel so delayed. do you have any tips on what I should do to prepare for college application?
we’re at the same age and i’m very jealous that you’re very passionate about what you’re doing. your art are greatttt and you literally inspires me! looking forward to more of your arts!
wow your portfolio is so amazing! Im planning on applying to ryerson this year and im so nervous ahhhhhh. I was wondering if your house model was to scale?
I prepared my whole portfolio with the help of this video. You are Amazing! Thank You so very much!🙏💗 Hope my portfolio will be accepted by the Architecture School...🙏🙏🌷🌷
@@RayaKee Thanks a Lot for your Reply💜 It means a Lot! At the moment I'm doing the final touch ups before submitting my portfolio... This was such a Motivation! Thanks Again!!!🙏🙏💗💗
I applied to Waterloo (hopefully going for architecture this fall), and I'm so scared to do the precis test omg. I can't find anything that could help me prepare either! Though I was looking for a video that explained portfolios well from beginning to end, and this video is so insightful and I really appreciate you taking the time to show your portfolio and just giving an idea of what a good portfolio looks like. :)
Hii! Please let me know if you have any advice or things you were surprised to learn about while applying to Waterloo. I am also aiming for their architecure program once I graduate! 💙 My IG is @june.tesfaye if that is of any help. I wish you the best of luck!
@@AO-vj9gl Hey! I'll just let you know what I've learned here since I've just completed the application process, and am now waiting to hear back (which won't be until May 1st according to them). It's good that you're considering this early, assuming you aren't in Grade 12 yet so I'd advise you to be involved with Waterloo as much as possible before you even apply (they have webinars, contests, students you can talk to make sure you gather as much info as possible). Practice your skills as much as you can and grow so you can present to them the best of what you got when it comes to the application. Build up your work for your portfolio over time across different mediums, (digital work, paintings, drawings, photography, etc)... To show that you are able to be diverse in your practice- and have fun creating so you can talk passionately about it during the video presentation! The precis is honestly the hardest part, in my opinion, I did it at home and I didn't hand it in on time, unfortunately, so I think that will hinder my chances of getting accepted despite my great portfolio and presentation. Practice for the precis by reading articles and summarizing, making sure you are able to be original in how you rephrase. This is the unique time of Covid, so instead of an interview like they usually do you'd create a video presentation talking critically about 3 works from your portfolio, explain more why you want to go into architecture and what inspired you, and answer an architectural question they give you under 10 minutes. It's a tedious process, but you have many opportunities to show them who you really are. I could go on about what I've learned, but bottom line piece of advice: be original with your artwork (be _inspired,_ don't copy), and be you. :) If you want to check out some of the artwork I've gathered over time for my portfolio, here's my insta: @dua_j_art I hope this helps!
@@dua_junaid I learned so much more from your comment than I expected, thank you so much! You're right, I'm not in Grade 12 yet so I will try to be as involved as I can with Waterloo. I have been involved with some of their contests, but I will take a look at the other things you've mentioned! I was particularly unsure of where to start with practicing for the precis, but your advice is so helpful for me to start. I'm looking into some online precis courses so hopefully that'll help, haha. I'd love to follow your Instagram and look at your work - thank you again, I really appreciate it! 💙
@@AO-vj9gl Of course! Glad I could help shine some light on this :) If you have any more questions I'd be happy to answer them, only cause I wish someone did the same for me lol.
Your portfolio looks amazing! I also applied to Ryerson architecture as well as Carelton, Waterloo and Laurentian. I still haven't heard anything from Ryerson either. Are you applying to Waterloo as well?
Hi. I think your portfolio is awesome as well. I applied to Waterloo along with UofT and Ryerson. I also got accepted to UofT but was getting nervous since I haven’t heard from Ryerson and Waterloo yet. Great content btw
@@osazesmith4415 Yeah I don't think Ryerson has given any acceptances yet but you should have gotten an email from Waterloo already for the interview. Mine came in March and the due date for the digital portfolio was this past weekend. Maybe double check?
@Lauren Newell thanks. I knew about the online portfolio due date (also got the notice in March) but I meant that I haven’t heard from them regarding an acceptance/rejection.
i really want to go into architecture but i’m not the best artist. how long did it take you to create your portfolio and all the pieces? did you learn how to do all this on ur own?
Hello! Thanks for reaching out. 1 - For my portfolio, it was an accumulation of the best work I'd done from grade 9 to 12 (most of it was from grade 11 and 1st semester of grade 12 since auditions were held early 2020). 2 - You don't have to be the best or most talented artist to build a great portfolio! I myself will be the first to say that I was just average in my arts program. I really believe that creating a solid portfolio you're proud of is just a matter of building your skills and putting in the work over time. Anyone can do it if they commit to it. 3 - Yes, I am mostly self-taught, but being in an arts program throughout high school helped immensely. Hope that helped!
Hi! First of all, lovely portfolio. Secondly, I want to apply to UofT and Waterloo, but I’m confused about the portfolio requirements. Most of the portfolios I’ve seen submitted to these universities are mainly digital art, photography, sculptures etc and I’m not experienced in any of that unfortunately. So I wanted to ask, would JUST traditional art (like normal paintings sketches using art supplies etc) be okay? Or would that put me at a disadvantage and not meet the requirement? I would really really really appreciate a reply. Thank you so much!
Hey Raya, loved your portfolio, could you please help me out as to what page material should i use for my portfolio and like where is it accessible to get it print and also what type of page dimensions should it be?
Loved the video! I like how in-depth you go into the process! I just wanted to ask does the portfolio work HAVE to be in some way related to architecture? I only decided to try for the program late in my grade 12 year and I don't have much experience with building design;-;
Thanks! Appreciate it. Ideally, an architecture portfolio has to showcase transferrable skills to architecture. (E.g. technical skills, resourcefulness, spacial/perspective awareness, overall creativity, etc.). So, while archi portfolios don’t necessarily have to include “architectural work” per se, the works do have to be relevant. What this means is that- even though you have a late start and have less time- try your best to find strategic and creative ways to get the most “bang for your buck” in terms of the portfolio pieces you invest your time and energy in.
Hey Emily! Glad you liked the video. No, I didn't submit my sketchbook (something I probably should've done). Also about the printing, I didn't print in myself. If you're getting yours printed, I recommend getting it done in Staples :)
Your portfolio is amazing! How did you photograph the sculptures? What was the background? Did you edit the photos? I have small objects that I want to shoot like professionally, but I find it soo difficult using the right background for it..
Hey there! I just had a portfolio bag behind my work, and I was beside a big window for that nice light source. I used a Fuji X-T2, but good lighting is always more important (and cheaper too haha) than expensive equipment! Use your creativity and try to find spaces in your house that can double as a backdrop. Hope this helped :)
Hello Raya, what a great video and portfolio. Well done. Can you please help me find the same folder you used for your portfolio? Maybe give me the link or the full name. You mention in your video you got it from Amazon, but can't find it. I am in Europe, it is possible that it is not available here. It looks so smart.
Hi Eleni! Here's where I got mine - www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B006J2HUUG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Here's the description from the page - "Cardinal Poly Portfolio with Brads, 11 x 17-Inch, Black" Hope this helps and good luck with your portfolio :)
Is architecture program hard? Do you need computer science or visual arts degree to get accepted? Does it really require a lot of science and math? Is it easy? I’m really struggling what program I should choose 😭
Hey there! I actually didn't end up going to architecture for uni so I don't really know for sure, but DM me on IG @raya.kee and I can direct you to a few people in architecture :)
@@RayaKee I actually finally decided on what program to choose, not architecture lol, I’ll still drop a follow on your ig tho, tysm for the help! Love the vid too💜
Hey Isabella! Glad you liked the video. As for UofT, while it's not required to submit a portfolio, they do have an option to submit a few pieces along with your One Idea essay.
Hey! I loved your video!! I was wondering which one you ended up committing to? And which one you think is better? I applied to both and I have no idea which one I should go to, I hear different things from different people and I’m too confused.
Hey Tona! Ironically enough I've chosen to go to BTM (business) at Ryerson instead of archi haha. As for Ryerson vs. UofT I would 100% go to Ry. DM me on IG @raya.kee if you're interested in getting the link to a discord chat for Ry architecture applicants!
Hi Zeinab! Glad you liked the video :) Here's a recent update video I made on my uni decision - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-QfWimfqGnM4.html
Those are awesome but I got a question. Why you choose drawings and photos that are more on the creative side for your portfolio when in architecture school you are only going to do technical drawings?
Good question! Didn't include technical drawings because I'd never done them. They also mentioned in the portfolio instructions that the applicant wasn't expected to have technical/architectural drawings, as more emphasis would be placed on creativity and originality.
I'm looking at videos of portfolios on RU-vid and its totally different from what they university wants me to send them I have to complete 2 exercises Exercise 1 Is about Objigamathing I have to make a object out of cardboard and also I have to draw a step by step instruction manual that clearly show how I made this objigamathing with that writing which I explain how i came about this design and why this design or Objigamathing so significant to me Exercise 2 The journey By this exercise though sketches I must talk about I journey I been on or vacation I been on with my family and I have to represent it through sketches and communication
Hi, I'm really interested in your presentation of your portfolio. What type of fronts did you use to design your presentation on Canva. What there a specific template you use on the website? Love your video! :)
Hi Holly! Not sure what the template on Canva is called, but the hex code for the coloured section is #E4D4C5 and the fonts I used were: Clear sans bold, clear sans thin, and Aileron Thin. Hope this helps and good luck with your portfolio :)
Hey! I am a ryerson undergraduate applicant but I have only added my paintings and sketches to my portfolio as I am inexperienced with 3-D models and designing. Also what is the competitive average to get into ryerson in academic?
Hey Bryanna! Not sure what the template is called, but the hex code for the coloured section is #E4D4C5 and the fonts I used were: Clear sans bold, clear sans thin, and Aileron Thin.
which university did you end up getting into? i'm interested in going into architecture myself (i live in the ontario area as well!) and this video helped a lot (": please do keep up the good work
Hey there! Glad you like the video! I've only gotten into UofT so far, haven't heard back from Ryerson, and I didn't apply to Waterloo. I don't know a lot of ppl who've gotten accepted to Ryerson,I'm assuming because of covid. There's a discord chat if you want to join! DM me @raya.kee if ya like :)
@@JSnuffleupagus Hey Jennifer! Unfortunately I wasn't accepted to the program - honestly have no idea why 😅😅 I thought I did ok in the audition + portfolio and my grades are in the high 80s. So, I'm currently in Ryerson business technology management and it's been really great so far!
Hey, I have a question. Is it okay to take art from the internet or Pinterest, change it a bit, and include it in my portfolio? A friend of mine got into the University of Manchester for her bachelor's by fully copying a few pieces, but I've made some slight changes. I'm thinking of applying to few universities in Australia, is this too risky? Could I get rejected?
Hi, I love your portfolio! I'm actually thinking of applying to architecture at Ryerson as well. I'm planning to include a few piano pieces in my portfolio but I'm not sure how I would include recordings in a physical copy. Do you have any recommendations about how to go about this?
Hey Victoria, glad you liked the video! Not sure how you would submit an online piano piece though. I'd recommend you to go to the Ryerson website and email the architecture advisor: www.ryerson.ca/contact/student/academic_contacts/ Good luck applying!
Hi, it may be a little late but one of friends added his songs in portfolio by using QR Code and a cover image. So if anyone wanna listen to it can scan it and find it on RU-vid or somewhere. Hope it helps. All the Best !
Hi raya, two questions for you:) 1. Did you do early apply? If not when did you applied? 2. On the website it says that no description is needed (i.e no explanations for the images), was is different with you last year or was is the same but you still decide to put description? Thank you!
Hallooo Jess! 1. For Ryerson architecture I did not early apply. 2. Yup, my year it also said no description needed, but I decided to put one anyway. Hope this helps and good luck on your portfolio/uni apps! :)
Hey Shreya! Glad you liked my video. As for my portfolio, I have 12 pieces on it and have around one or two pages dedicated to each piece to "show my work."
Are you applying to the undergrad program? I’m going to apply to the MArch program at UofT, and I have a bachelors in Creative Arts which thankfully is acceptable, but I’m not sure what to do for my portfolio:o
Hey Diba, glad you liked the video! Unfortunately I wasn't accepted to the program. I honestly have no idea why 😅😅 I thought I did ok in the audition + portfolio and my grades are in the high 80s.
Hi! Ryerson architecture is definitely an awesome program to aim for - a few other universities in Ontario with great archi programs are: Waterloo (they have co-op!), UofT, and Carleton. Personally, I'd have Ryerson and Waterloo as my top options and UofT/Carleton as secondary options. ^^ Just my two cents Hope this helps!
Hey there! Glad you enjoyed the video. For your contents page, there should be a bunch of blank templates you can choose from in Canva. Pick one that best fits your portfolio then add the photos accordingly. Hope this helps!
Raya, I need you to save me. I am applying to McGill's Architecture as well and they want all portfolio pages in one file...that is equal to or less than 5 MB. HOW AM I SUPPOSED TO DO THAT WITH LIKE 15 pages? Also, I don't have Adobe because I'm broke. How should I compress my oversized file in 5 mb? I am dyingggg.
Hey Emily!! Export your 15 pages as a PDF, then try compressing it here: smallpdf.com/compress-pdf ^^ If that link doesn’t work for some reason, there are also other websites to compress PDF files - just search up “compress PDF” or something along those lines. Let me know if it works, and good luck with applications!
heyy when did you submit your portfolio to Uoft?, i'm really anxious because i've been wanting to apply there for so long but where I had no idea portfolios were required so i'm working on it right now, I'm worried i might be running out of time.
Hey Rand! I don't remember when I exactly applied, but if I can remember correctly it was a week or two before the deadline. As long as you can do that, you should be good! Hope this helps and good luck with applications :)
Hello, I have a few questions. And I really loved your portfolio, very well organized and decent. Does the time of my art, or when I did it matters? Like I have pieces from 2018, is it okay if I put them into my portfolio? And my art works are graded by my teacher. So basically I took technical drawing in grades 11 and 12 classes and they are graded by my teacher. The grades appear on my paper like a huge 10/10 or 9/10, will they be ok with it if I submit that? I use camscan to take pics for my art works, any other suggestions besides because it appears blurry on my phone...thank you
1. I'm not sure if it makes too much of a difference, but as a general best practice try to put your most recent work in your portfolio (within 3 years). 2. Try your best to crop the part where your teacher marked over your work, but if that's not possible you could download a trial of Photoshop to try to remove it (you can search up tutorials for this). Also, you could always keep it as it is, but I can imagine that it would be super distracting and would detract from the professionalism of your technical drawings and portfolio in general. 3. If your photos are coming out blurry, try to take them where there's more light (e.g. beside a window). I'd avoid using scanner apps because they usually change the perspective and overall colours of the photo. Hope this helps and happy you found the video helpful! Cheers, Raya
I was in an intensive visual arts program at my high school (unionville high school) and it was mandatory to have 2 art courses every year- so I had 2 art courses in grade 12. Keep in mind though that most of these projects were completed in my 2nd sem of grade 11 and 1st sem of grade 12 since the portfolio had to be finished in early February. Hope this helps and good luck with applications!
hey ... don`t know if u`ll see this .. but i have a question .... i have not taken physics and chemistry ... I am from india and chemistry and physics is required in india ..... so that is why i wanna apply abroad .... can u please tell me if i can still without these subjects .... and please make a video of colleges where i can apply ... i have been finding the answer of this question for a while ... but I am nat able to figure it out .... it would be really helpful if u could tell ... thank u
In Canada you can apply to university of Toronto architecture! I applied to UofT archi and they didn't have any science course requirements. You can find more info on the program here: www.daniels.utoronto.ca/admissions/undergraduate/admission-requirements And I actually just made a video on what I wrote in my UofT entrance essay here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Z4WZLeNzZmw.html Glad you reached out and hope this helps!
I'm thinking about applying tp rye's architectural science program .. and I'm stuck with the portfolio since I've been doing online school and haven't had much assignments or any work that I could show like yours ..I have no idea where to start with the portfolio ahhh. I'm also not the best artist .
hmm that IS a tough situation to be in - but remember that most are also in a similar situation as you, in the sense that everyone's been stuck doing online school! While you won't be able to compete with other more technically skilled and well-trained students, you CAN use that to your advantage and use more of your creativity and resourcefulness instead to stand out. Your portfolio doesn't (and shouldn't) have to be limited to 2-D pieces and traditional mediums! Make sure to play to your strengths, whatever those may be (random example: custom shoes, if you're into that), and do a lot of experimentation on your own and researching and looking for inspiration (not plagiarism) online! RU-vid is honestly one of the best places to start. Also, universities nowadays are looking for diversity in skill and artistic backgrounds in the students they select, so as long as you can find a way to stand out, you'll have a chance. Hope this helps and good luck on your portfolio Kaviya!
Hi Raya, I RLLY wanna do archi at uoft, I’m currently in grd10, and I took the pre cal 11 course and got an 82% average on it… I’m thinking if I should retake the course or not, I’m positive to get a over 93%ish GPA however I’m very worried about my precal 11 score. I have a mentor for my portfolio and is pretty positive if putting together a good one, what do u think?
Hello! It's so awesome to see you planning ahead so early! As for grades, I believe UofT only looks at the average of your top 6 grade 12 marks, so as long as those top marks are good then you shouldn't need to worry about your lower grades. Hope that helps and good luck with uni applications :)
Hello, i hope you see this, but im scared of not getting accepted to the same uni ‘cause i don’t know how to use any 3d designing apps neither do i have any 3d models, i just have few art pieces and sketches
Hey, Raya, sorry for bothering. I'm wondering that for one idea u of t, does all of the image must include process just like your portfolio? I'm worried because I did not take a picture of the process.
I used an 11x17 page size on Canva, and yes you can use Canva for the whole process! I just used Lightroom because I wanted to first edit my photos for overall consistency before placing them in my portfolio. I also used InDesign just to make sure that there wouldn't be any cut off parts by the binding area of the folder.
Hi I was wondering how you got architecture experience or knowledge before high school, like does high school provide the info for you or do you need to do something else? I saw on you portfolio some blue print designs (architectural work). I’m a 14 about to go to high school and I want to be prepared. Thanks.
Hey Wong! For me, I was in an intensive arts program in high school - so most of the pieces in the portfolio were from my work during the program. Other than that, I explored architecture-related concepts and designing in my own time. If you want more info, DM me on Instagram @raya.kee and I can send you more details. Good luck on your portfolio!
, I was wondering if you could show us your essay that you used when applying to UofT Architecture. I am applying next year and want an idea of what other people write about haha. Also congrats on getting into UofT! Did you end up getting into Ryerson?
In the Canva editor, there should be an "elements" tab on the right side. When you find that, scroll down to "grids." Add a few grids to your doc then you can drop whatever photo you want into the grids! Hope that helped and good luck on your portfolio Dubem!
Hmm it's usually better if you show a range of your skills and interests - so I'd say add some perspective sketches and also some more creative/complex/abstract work. Hope this helps and good luck with your portfolio!
There's a section in Canva where you can drag and drop "spaces" into your document. Then you just place whatever image you want in it. I briefly clicked into that page when I was talking about the softwares I used. Good luck on your portfolio Mia!
Hey girl I’m starting my portfolio aswell, I’m planning to use Canva, on the template portfolio presentation. My concern is that does the size of the page matter?
Yes! the program you're applying to probably has specific requirements on the max or minimum size for your portfolio - so make sure to select the right page size on Canva!
What type of reasons did you give for applying to RU's BArch program on the supplementary form? I am having trouble finding enough resources that explain things and experiences unique to the program. Would love to hear what you or anyone else wrote
Hey there! For some reason, I didn't have to write a supplementary essay for my Ryerson architecture application last year. Admissions might've changed the requirements from last year bc of covid, etc. I did have to write one for UofT archi, and here's a video I made on that here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Z4WZLeNzZmw.html Hope this helps, and good luck on your applications!
@@RayaKeeI just saw that its only required for non-101 applicants (unfortunately for me) but I checked out that vid for uoft as well, thanks for making them they're a lot of help!
Hey Sara! If you meant general advice or suggestions, I have a couple: 1. Choose your portfolio pieces carefully. Make sure it showcases your creativity and technical abilities well. Getting a second opinion from a knowledgeable person (teacher, parent, etc.) would also be ideal. 2. Take good photos of your work. It would be a huge plus if you know how to edit them. 3. Start early, and aim to finish at least a week before the submission deadline. Things will always take much longer than expected. Good luck!
Hi ur wrk is amazing that following to make a good portfolio of mine too.......iam from india....nd i am applying for admissions for masters of architecture in canada....could u help to get into a good university?
Hey Annick! Not sure what the template is called, but the hex code for the coloured section is #E4D4C5 and the fonts I used were: Clear sans bold, clear sans thin, and Aileron Thin.
The portfolio was for arch undergrad. As for the page size: The digital size was 11x17 inches, but I added 0.5" to the left side of all the pages to make room for the folder rings. So the physical copy is really 11x17.5 inches. Hope this helps!
At the time (Feb 2020), Ryerson still had an in-person audition for their architecture program. For that audition specifically, we had to bring a hard copy portfolio. With that said though, it's probably a lot different now w covid/online submissions. Hope this helps and good luck with your portfolio!
@@gbemigaakinyemi894 Hmm probably physics 12 and a math course (adv func, calc, data) - depending on the program. Some archi programs have very different so make sure to check on their website.
