The Blue Stars team is comprised of working artists passionate about guiding you in launching your brilliant art career. Simply put: we love artists and designers! We understand the power of creative energy and help you channel it into the academic world. You will be assigned a dedicated Blue Stars mentor who will guide you in deep thinking and motivate you to develop, define and present a unique art practice that will get you noticed by the best art schools in the country. Our Art School Admissions service provides the structure, creative inspiration, and strategic guidance necessary to gain entry into top art schools.

• Complete guidance from beginning to end of the admissions process: We understand this process can feel overwhelming and we are here to help. In fact, applying to art school is fun! We are with you each step of the way, keeping you organized and focused. You will emerge from our program with a deeper understanding of who you are as an artist and how you would like to grow.
• School Research and Selection: After we have developed a deep understanding of your abilities and goals, we mentor you through the process of selecting your schools. This includes reports on school options and specific admissions data for each school.
• Fine Art Portfolio: You will work with an art mentor who will guide you in crafting a compelling fine art portfolio and uploading the final presentation via art school platforms for maximum effect
• Comprehensive Artist Statement Coaching: Through creative brainstorming sessions and structured free-write exercises, we work with you to identify themes in your body of work, highlighting your unique voice and approach. This serves to deepen the presentation of your work and showcase your writing skills.

Blue Stars Art Mentoring for 9th-11th graders goes well beyond the scope of beginning art classes, opening your perspective through education and critique. Art schools favor portfolios that display talent, technical skill, independent creative thought and distinction in concept. As a young artist applying to art school, it is imperative for you to be engaged in the art world through exhibitions, awards and other art-related activities. You will work closely with your assigned Blue Stars mentor to gain a higher intellectual understanding of art while developing and defining your artistic voice. Art mentorship includes any of these services:

• Assessment of current art portfolio and practice with recommendations for advancement
• One-on-one coaching sessions with an art mentor to develop, define, and advance your artmaking
• Art portfolio coaching and submission assistance for summer programs