A successful portfolio is a compilation of work that conveys your creative vision and skill while also serving as an expression of your unique identity and ideas. Learn how to assemble and present a portfolio that communicates your unique skills, personality, and point-of-view. Spend a week immersed at Fallingwater and its beautiful site while creating original, portfolio-worthy pieces in a collaborative studio environment. High School Residency: Portfolio Prep is for students in grades 9 through 12 who are considering college and careers in creative fields. All ability-levels are welcome.
Features
- Architecture and design exercises with hands-on drawing and design projects inspired by Fallingwater
- In-depth, scholarly discussions and applications of Wright’s principles of organic architecture
- Career exploration
Program Sessions
No sessions are currently scheduled
Eligibility
High school students and gap year students are eligible to apply. No previous design experience is required. Students curious about careers in creative fields, such as architecture, design, and visual art are strongly encouraged to apply. Enrollment is limited. Applications are reviewed and accepted in the order they are received.
For more information, contact fallingwaterinstitute@paconserve.org.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
If you cancel your registration for a one-day workshop any time up to 30 days before the day of the program, you will receive a refund minus a $25 processing fee.
If you cancel your registration for a multi-day program (residencies, Insight/Onsite, etc.) any time up to 30 days before the first day of the program, you will receive a refund minus a $50 processing fee and a $150 cancellation fee.
If you cancel less than 30 days before the first day of a Fallingwater Institute program, refunds are not available.
COVID-19 Update: Masking is optional but always welcome. Complimentary masks are available to all participants. We will carefully and continually monitor the situation in our region and make adjustments to our COVID-19 requirements as needed. Any changes to the requirements will be shared with you prior to the date of the program.