Student art portfolio classes start Monday

Art Box, the art studio in Coconut Grove, is launching a new program catered to those between the ages of 12-18 interested in putting together a formal artist portfolio and improve his/her artistic technique at a profound level.

"I remember being a 17-year-old, wanting to apply to art school but not having a clue as to where to begin." said Sofia del Rivero, owner and founder of the art school. "I needed some guidance; someone to give me constructive criticism, dissect my artwork and come up with a game plan to help me build the strongest portfolio I could. This is now what we have to offer at Art Box. Whether you are interested in applying to a school or not, our weekly sessions are guaranteed to make you a better technical artist."

The Teen Portfolio Art Program is taught by artist and New World School of the Arts alum Johann Muñoz.

Johann puts a very strong emphasis on individualized instruction that depends on the knowledge level, skill set, and area of interest of each student. Students are exposed to various mediums such as Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking, and Animation.

The program launches Monday, August 27 and will take place at the Art Box studio, located in the Mayfair in Coconut Grove at 2911 Grand Ave, Suite 400E, every Monday from 4:30-6:30 pm.

Registrations are per semester (August - December), and prices may be prorated for late sign-ups.

To learn more, please visit artboxmiami.com or call Sofia for more information at 305-778-1270.