Visual Arts Applicants to Gr.7, 8, 9 Due Date: Monday ... · PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL APPLICANTS TO Grades 7, 8, 9 1. Include a printed photo of each portfolio work assigned

Application for Audition/Admission

Due Date: Monday, November 28, 2016

Audition Date: Friday, January 20, 2017

Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts / 36 Greenfield Avenue,

Toronto, ON, M2N 3C8 / Tel: (416) 393-5556 / Fax: (416) 397-6119

http://cardinalcarteracademyforthearts.tcdsb.org

Applicant’s Surname ____________________________________First Name _____________________________

Current Grade _________ Date of Birth (Month, Day, Year) _______________________ Female Male

Home Address _______________________________________________________ Apt/Unit No. _____________

City __________________________________________ Province _______________ Postal Code ____________

Current School ____________________________________________ School Phone No.___________________

Address of Current School _____________________________________________________________________

School Board _____________________________________________School Fax Phone No._________________

Parent/Guardian Name _________________________________________________________________________

Home Telephone No. ________________________ Parent/Guardian Work Phone No. ____________________

Parent/Guardian E-Mail address _________________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature ____________________________ Student Signature _________________________

Visual Arts – Applicants to Gr.7, 8, 9

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Applications/Portfolios and supporting documents must be received by Monday, November 28, 2016.

There is a maximum of ONE audition per candidate. The only audition date is Friday, January 20, 2017.

We regret that assigned audition times cannot be changed.

Our primary years of entry are grades 7 & 9. Applicants to other grades may audition and if successful, will be placed on a waitlist however admission is offered ONLY if spaces becomes available for that grade.

Submission of portfolio by Monday, November 28, 2016. Refer to information on portfolio preparation.

Arts Reference letter written by someone who can attest to the applicant’s creativity must be submitted with application.

Classroom Teacher Reference form – must be submitted directly to Cardinal Carter separately from application.

There is a non-refundable fee of $35.00 per application.

All application materials become the property of Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts.

The decision of the adjudicating panel is final.

Please submit a large envelope (10x13) with completed application and supporting documents:

Application and Non-refundable cheque of $35.00 Audition Fee (made payable to: Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts)

Arts Reference Letter (written by someone who can attest to the applicant’s creativity). Submitted with this application.

Photocopy of June 2016 Report Card

Photocopy of your Fall Progress Report 2016 (if not available by deadline, please submit to school when available).

Portfolio in a 1 inch binder with all the printed materials for the “portfolio items” pages.

Portfolio Submission Form, placed inside binder.

All required Portfolio items submitted in person in a large (10 X 13) envelope

Completed Classroom Teacher Reference Form - mailed directly to Cardinal Carter.

http://cardinalcarteracademyforthearts.tcdsb.org/

INFORMATION FOR ALL VISUAL ARTS APPLICANTS

APPLICATION PROCESS

The application for an audition to Visual Arts is a two-step process.

ROUND 1: A printed copy of all items in the portfolio must be submitted by all applicants. An envelope with all

required documents (refer to portfolio requirements) must be dropped off in person to Cardinal Carter, no

later than November 28, 2016. Late submissions will NOT be accepted. An adjudicating panel will

evaluate all portfolios. A letter with your results will be sent in late December and it will indicate whether

you are invited to Round 2 – the Audition Day on Friday, January 20, 2017.

ROUND 2: Audition Day – Friday, January 20, 2017.

Only successful applicants from Round 1 will be invited to Audition Day. All applicants

will receive follow-up letters by late December indicating whether they are invited to

Round 2 (Audition Day).

Round 1 – All Visual Arts Applicants

PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL CANDIDATES

Submit (in person) all the required documents in a large envelope directly to Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts

In a 1 inch binder, include a printed photo (minimum 4 x 6) of each portfolio item. Affix the printed photo onto the corresponding “Portfolio Item” pages and complete the information requested for that particular item.

On the front of the envelope clearly print the candidate’s name AND the grade to which he/she is applying. Place all required application documents inside this envelope as well.

Complete and sign the “Portfolio Submission” form and place inside the binder.

All candidates will be notified by letter in late December as to whether he/she was successful in moving on to Round 2 (Audition Day).

Round 2 – Audition Day – By invitation only to successful candiates from Round 1

Candidates invited to Round 2 will bring in all of the original works of art submitted in the original portfolio.

Candidates will bring in their sketchbook/ journal (any size or form), which reflects the student’s ongoing

dedication to drawing and the creative process.

Candidates will be asked to complete drawing exercises which will be due on audition day. Successful

candidates to Round 2 will receive more information about this requirement.

Candidates will be required to discuss their portfolio and provide critical interpretations of art.

Candidate will be interviewed individually by an audition panel.

All printed portfolios and drawings created on audition day will remain the property of CCAA.

PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL APPLICANTS TO Grades 7, 8, 9

1. Include a printed photo of each portfolio work assigned and affix the photo to the corresponding “Portfolio Item” page and

complete the information on that page for that particular item and place all printed materials in a 1 inch binder.

2. Complete and sign the “Portfolio Submission Form”. Include this Submission form with your portfolio package.

The Visual Arts Portfolio will include the following 7 pieces of work.

Piece 1: Realistic Self Portrait

A pencil drawing that includes shading and values (no colour), on white paper.

(22 cm x 28 cm /8.5 x 11 inches - suggested size)

Piece 2: Perspective Drawing

Draw the arrangement of 3 patterned boxes facing different direction and placements within a room.

(for example: in a corner, up close, upside down, turned away, leaning etc.)

Make it interesting! One of the boxes must show the inside view. Try to use perspective to show the box

arrangement within the room. Use pencil crayons to colour the composition. Include ceiling, floor and at

least 2 walls.

(22 cm x 28 cm /8.5 inches x 11 inches - suggested size) (example of patterns stripes, polka dots,

checkered etc.)

Piece 3a: Imaginary Creature

Design and draw an imaginary creature combining the anatomies of a sea creature and an animal.

Use at least three different media /materials (ie. collaged photos, paint, pastels, ink, found objects etc.) The

work may have texture, but cannot be a 3D sculpture.

(36 cm x 46 cm/14 inches x 18 inches - suggested size)

Piece 3b: Research File for piece created in 3a

You must include evidence of your research containing collected resources of the animals used, sketch

ideas and any other sources used in your creative process. This research evidence is to be submitted with

the print out portfolio.

Piece 4: Painted Poster

Use poster paint or acrylic paint on Bristol board or canvas surface

(41 cm x 51 cm/16 inches x 20 inches - suggested size)

For Grades 7 & 8 candidates - Create an original cover for a specific book genre.

(for example: adventure, romance, mystery, comedy, etc..) Do not copy a book cover that already exists.

Make it your own original idea! Include a title and an image within the composition that represents your

chosen theme. Be selective of your choice of font and the title’s placement in the composition. Research

these terms if needed.

For Grade 9 candidates - Create an original movie OR video game poster advertising one of the

following titles (note* these must be original – do not copy ideas from any other movies or games that may

have a similar title)

“Chris-Cross”, “Monster Hill”, “Best Day Ever”, or “Big Trouble”

Include the chosen Title and a Slogan on the poster. Be selective of your choice of font and composition.

(Research these terms if needed).

Piece 5a: Sculpture

Use any media /material to create a 3D sculpture of something found at a circus. Research, form, texture

and colour to help inspire your creation. The piece can be a realistic or a stylized interpretation.

(maximum size: 25 cm x 25 cm x 25 cm/10 inches x 10 inches x 10 inches).


You must include evidence of your research containing collected resources, sketch ideas and any other

sources used in your planning of the sculpture. This research file is to be submitted with the print out

portfolio.

Piece 6&7: Personal choices of work

Your own “personal choices” any theme or medium. Whatever inspires you!

*Include a statement about the works and your inspiration on the print out portfolio.

VISUAL ARTS APPLICANTS

FOR GRADES 7, 8, 9

PORTFOLIO ITEM - PIECE # 1

APPLICANT’S NAME_________________________________ Applying to Grade: _______

Piece 1: Realistic Self Portrait

A pencil drawing that includes shading and values (no colour), on white paper.

(22 cm x 28 cm / 8.5 inches X 11 inches - suggested size)

AFFIX PHOTO

OF Piece # 1 HERE

4 X 6

AFFIX PHOTO

OF APPLICANT

(to compare with self-portrait)


FOR GRADES 7, 8, 9

PORTFOLIO ITEM – Piece # 2


Piece 2: Perspective Drawing

Draw the arrangement of 3 patterned boxes facing different direction and placements within a room. (for

example: in a corner, up close, upside down, turned away, leaning etc.). Make it interesting! Show the inside

of one box. Try to use perspective to show the box arrangement within the room. Use pencil crayons to colour

the composition. Include ceiling, floor and at least 2 walls. (22 cm x 28 cm / 8.5 inches x 11 inches -

suggested size)

AFFIX PHOTO

OF Piece # 2 HERE

4 X 6


FOR GRADES 7, 8, 9

PORTFOLIO ITEM – Piece # 3a

APPLICANT’S NAME_________________________________ Applying to Grade: _________

Piece 3a: Imaginary Creature

Design and draw an imaginary creature combining the anatomies of an animal and a sea creature. Use at

least three different media /materials (ie. collaged photos, paint, pastels, ink, found objects etc.) The work may

have texture, but cannot be a 3D sculpture. (36 cm x 46 cm / 14 inches X 18 inches - suggested size)

List of media used: ________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

AFFIX PHOTO

OF Piece # 3a HERE

4 X 6

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FOR GRADES 7, 8, 9

PORTFOLIO ITEM – Piece 3b

APPLICANT’S NAME_________________________________ Applying to Grade: ________

Piece 3b: Research evidence & preliminary work.

You must include printed evidence of your research materials/resources that you used in order to create your

imaginary combination of sea creature and animal. Also, include sketch ideas and any other sources you

consulted during your creative planning process. All this process information is to be attached to this sheet.

Chosen animal : _____________________________Chosen sea creature: _________________________

Staple or paper clip all of your preliminary research/sketches to this sheet.


FOR GRADES 7, 8, 9


APPLICANT’S NAME__________________________________ Applying to Grade: _________

Piece 4: Painted Poster

Use poster paint or acrylic paint on Bristol board or canvas surface

(41 cm x 51 cm / 16 inches X 20 inches - suggested size)

For Grades 7 & 8 candidates - Create an original cover for a specific book genre (for example: adventure,

romance, mystery, comedy, etc.) Do not copy a book cover that already exists. Make it your own original idea!

Include a title and an image within the composition that represents your chosen theme. Be selective of your

choice of font and the title’s placement in the composition. (Research these terms if needed).

For Grade 9 candidates - Create an original movie OR video game poster advertising ONE of the following

titles (note* these must be original – do not copy ideas from any other movies or games that may have a

similar title): “Chris-Cross”, “Monster Hill”, “Best Day Ever” or “Big Trouble”

Include the chosen Title and your created Slogan on the poster. Be selective of your choice of font and

composition. (Research these terms if needed).

AFFIX PHOTO

OF PIECE # 4 HERE

4 X 6

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FOR GRADES 7, 8, 9

PORTFOLIO ITEM – Piece # 5a (2 photos required)

APPLICANT’S NAME_________________________________ Applying to Grade: ________

Piece 5a: Sculpture

Use any media /material to create a 3D sculpture of something found at a circus. Research form, texture

and colour to help inspire your creation. The piece can be a realistic or a stylized interpretation.

(Maximum size: 25 cm x 25 cm 25 cm/10 inches x 10 inches x 10 inches)

Media Used: _______________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________

********************************************************************************************************************

AFFIX PHOTO OF PIECE # 5a

ADDITIONAL VIEW OF INTEREST

(SIDE, OR BACK, OR TOP)

4 X 6

AFFIX PHOTO

OF PIECE #5a HERE

FRONT VIEW

4 X 6

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FOR GRADES 7, 8, 9

PORTFOLIO ITEM – Piece # 5b

APPLICANT’S NAME__________________________________ Applying to Grade: ______


You must include printed evidence of your research containing collected resources, sketch ideas and any

other sources used in your planning of the sculpture. This research file is to be submitted with the print out

portfolio.

Staple or paper clip all of your preliminary research and sketches to this sheet.


FOR GRADES 7, 8, 9


APPLICANT’S NAME___________________________________ Applying to Grade: _______

Piece 6: Personal choice of work

Your own “personal choices” any theme or medium. Whatever inspires you!*Include a statement about the

work and your inspiration on the print out portfolio.

Media Used: ____________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Briefly tell us what the work is about and what inspired the piece. (Please use back if necessary).

________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________

Staple all of your preliminary research/sketches or resources (if used) to this sheet.

AFFIX PHOTO

OF PIECE # 6 HERE

4 X 6


FOR GRADES 7, 8, 9


APPLICANT’S NAME____________________________________ Applying to Grade: _______

Piece 7: Personal choice of work

Your own “personal choice” any theme or medium. Whatever inspires you!

Media used: __________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

Briefly tell us what the work is about and what inspired the piece. (Please use back if necessary).

________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________

Staple all of your preliminary research/sketches or resources (if used) to this sheet.

AFFIX PHOTO

OF PIECE # 7 HERE

4 X 6

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FOR GRADES 7, 8, 9

Portfolio Submission Form


Complete and submit this form along with your portfolio and application package.

Is applicant presently enrolled in any form of private art lessons? _______ NO _______ YES

If yes: Name of program /institution: ________________________________________

Name of instructor: _______________________________________________

******Please have the Art Instructor sign below:

I attest that the works submitted in the portfolio have, to the best of my knowledge, been entirely rendered by the applicant.

Art instructor’s signature: _______________________________________ Date: ________________

Check list – submitted portfolio items:

Applicants for Grades 7 and 8:

____ #1 Realistic self-portrait & Photo of Self

____ #2 perspective drawing

____ #3a imaginary creature

____ #3b research materials for 3a

____ #4 painted poster – book cover

____ #5a sculpture


____ #6 your choice

____ #7 your choice

____ printed photos of all 7 pieces affixed to “Portfolio

Item” pages with completed information.

____ research/process work, included with “Portfolio

Item” pages for art pieces #3b, #5b, #6, #7

____ Complete & sign Portfolio Submission Form and

include with 1 inch binder.

____ Place all printed materials for “Portfolio Items

in a 1 inch binder.

____ in person, submit all materials in a large envelope to

Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts

I declare that all of the works submitted in the portfolio were solely created by me, ____________________________________

Print Name

Applicant’s signature: ____________________________________________________

Parent’s signature: ___________________________________________________________ Date: ___________________

*Please be advised that discrepancy between the applicant’s submitted portfolio and live art presentation or workshop activity may

result in the disqualification of the candidate’s audition.

Applicants for Grades 9:

____ #1 Realistic self-portrait & Photo of Self

____ #2 perspective drawing

____ #3a imaginary creature


____ #4 painted poster – movie/game poster

____ #5a sculpture

____ #5b research materials for 5b

____ #6 your choice

____ #7 your choice

____ printed photos of all 7 pieces affixed to “Portfolio

Item” pages with completed information.

____ research/process work, included with “Portfolio Item “

pages for art pieces #3b, #5b, #6, #7

____ Complete & sign Portfolio Submission Form and

include with 1 inch binder.

____ Place all printed materials for “Portfolio Items

in a 1 inch binder.

____ in person, submit all materials in a large envelope to



Classroom Teacher Reference Form

This is a confidential 2-page form to be completed by your child’s classroom teacher.

The information on this form is not to be shared with the candidate.

The Application will not be processed without this form.

This form must be forwarded to Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts in a sealed envelope OR it can be

scanned and e-mailed to [email protected] OR faxed to 416-397-6119.

This form must be received by Cardinal Carter by Monday, November 28, 2016.

Student: ___________________________________________________________________________

Last Name First Name

Current School: _____________________________________ School Board: __________________

School Phone No. ___________________________School Fax No. __________________________

Completed by: _________________________________ Position: ____________________________

The Student is applying to: (please check one box only)

DANCE

DRAMA

VISUAL ARTS

In order to more adequately facilitate curriculum programming for this student, please complete the

following chart and questions in order to provide us with a fuller picture of his or her learning profile.

*No student will be denied admission to Cardinal Carter based on this information.

Criteria Excellent Good Satisfactory Needs Improvement

Communication skills- Oral Communication skills - Written Attendance, Punctuality Ability to focus on task Attitude towards school and learning Leadership potential Ability to accept constructive criticism Creativity Artistic potential Completion of work/ time management Organizational skills

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MUSIC – VOCAL

MUSIC - STRINGS

MUSIC - BAND

mailto:[email protected]

1. In which co-curricular activities does the student participate at school?

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. Describe any academic, social/emotional, physical or medical concerns that you may have for this applicant.

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. Additional information:

A. Has this student ever been declared exceptional by an IPRC? Yes No

If yes, please specify exceptionality:

Learning Disabled Intellectual Giftedness

IEP without Exceptionality Other:

B. English Language Learner:

Not applicable

Minimal English Language proficiency

Beginner

Intermediate but requires some support

4. What supports, if any, do you anticipate this student would require as a student at Cardinal Carter?

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

Signature of Teacher: ________________________________________________

We extend our appreciation for your assistance in our audition process. This information is extremely important in order

for us to program effectively for our incoming students.

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Please return this form in a sealed envelope marked “Confidential” to:


36 Greenfield Ave. Toronto, ON, M2N 3C8

OR Scan signed document and email to [email protected]

OR Fax it to the school at (416) 397- 6119, addressed to Mrs. Dorothy Di Rosa

by Monday, November 28, 2016.


Common Questions about the Audition

Although CCAA’s primary intake years are for grades 7 and 9, we do audition all grade levels. Our wait list expires at the end of

September in each school year.

Q. What should I include in my portfolio?

A. All candidates for grade 7 through grade 12, are asked to complete all of the art projects outlined in the portfolio requirements

sheets available on line at http://cardinalcarteracademyforthearts.tcdsb.org

There are 7 specific pieces to be created. The submitted portfolio includes printed photos of each art piece collated in a folder. Please

ensure the images are max 300 dpi (high quality photos) and approximately 6 x 8 inches. Incomplete portfolios will not be considered.

Please read through the details of each project carefully and what is required from each candidate.

Q. What happens in round one?

A. All of the applications and portfolios submitted will be reviewed and assessed by the adjudicating panel. Technical skill, conceptual

and theoretical approaches, and individual responses to the creative challenges are considered. The strongest candidates will be

invited to round 2 held on audition day.

Q. What happens in round two (on audition day)?

A. All successful candidates who are invited to Round 2 must bring in the original 7 works of art created for the portfolio. Students will

take part in a studio workshop that will require on-site drawing. This is followed by an interview and presentation of their actual portfolio

pieces. All candidates will also take part in an art appreciation/critique activity. Applicants will be asked to bring in additional items to

share on that day (details will be mailed out with the invitation). Candidates who do not bring in their original portfolio art works created

for the audition will be disqualified.

Q. Will I get my original art works back?

A. Print portfolios for round 1 and some workshop activities in round 2 will remain CCAA property. Yes – all original art works will be

returned to each applicant on the day of auditions after the interview.

Q. Can I get help to create my portfolio? Do I need private lessons?

A. We encourage you to seek opinions, however all work must be solely created by the candidate. A declaration form is to be signed

when submitting the portfolio. Discrepancies in candidate’s work during round 1 and round 2 will be noted. Understandably, there may

be assistance in the documenting and printing of the art pieces for submission to round 1. Private lessons are not a requirement.

Please note that we do not endorse any private studios nor their claim of ensuring the candidates’ success through our

audition process.

The Ideal Visual Arts Candidate Is:

Open minded and willing to explore diverse themes, media and techniques that span historical and contemporary genres.

Motivated, dedicated and passionate about the creative process.

Prepared and organized with good time management skills to balance the demands of the art program and academic courses.

Eager to share his/her work with others both in the studio and with the greater community.

Has a strong NEED to create and craves a deeper understand of the historical, theoretical and technical aspects of art.

Celebrating Some of Our Fabulous Graduates

Alexandra Pelligrino (Food Network Cake Walk judge / owner of Cake Opera)

Baron Mong (Emmy winner for Nicholodeon animation ‘Bubble Guppies’)

Chani Gatto-Bradshaw (Inaugural class of NYU Abu Dhabi / Film maker)

Shannon Wong (Art director Big Studios, Juno Winner for NFL & Sports Network graphics)

Kik DiNino (Art Director/YTV)

Kira Shaimanova (Illustrator & Juno winner music video animation, Rolling Stone, Toys R U)

Lisa Santos-Canning (Marilyn Denis Show & HGTV host /Interior Designer)

Marvin Mariano & Valentine DeLandro (Illustrators/designer for Marvel Comics and Hasbro Toys)

Salini Perera (Illustrator /Cristal Award for best short France 2013)

Tessar Lo (Professional Artist: Included in ‘One of 60 Important Contemporary Canadian Artist” Exhibition 2012)

Sam Yip (Art Director, Disney Studios)

Inquiries:

[email protected] OR [email protected]

http://cardinalcarteracademyforthearts.tcdsb.org/



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Visual Arts Applicants to Gr.7, 8, 9 Due Date: Monday ... · PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL APPLICANTS TO Grades 7, 8, 9 1. Include a printed photo of each portfolio work assigned