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  • CSUF Entertainment Art/ Animation BFA Portfolio Review

  • Students may apply up to two times to be admitted to the BFA in Entertainment Art/Animation, provided they meet the criteria and have not exceeded 96 units toward the degree. If a student will submit a portfolio for a second review, it should be within two semesters of the first portfolio review and before finishing 96 units toward their degree. Applicants who are not accepted after the second attempt will not be admitted into the program. Applicants are encouraged to meet with a faculty advisor in the area concentration to verify that they meet the criteria and unit counts, and to discuss their goals prior to applying to the program.

    Informational Video: https://youtu.be/C85pPWO5V7w

    Application Deadline: Monday, October 6, 2025 @ 5 PM

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  • Entertainment Art/ Animation Portfolio

    The portfolio (.pdf format) will include 10-12 examples of your best artwork. If you have movie files, please provide the link to the movie file on a blank document and add it to your portfolio. Please label your portfolio with LastName_Firstname_EAAPortfolio.pdf. Only link to movies (YouTube, Vimeo), do not embed them in the pdf. Always check PDF on multiple computers before uploading.

     

    The portfolio is representative of your original work and should include from the following:

     

    1. Observational Drawings: (3-4 examples): Drawings and sketches from real life that show an understanding of 2D design principles including perspective, shape, form and lighting.


    2. Figurative and Life Drawing: (3-4 examples): Drawing and sketches that capture the human form both nude and clothed, in a variety of gestures and dynamic poses. The examples should demonstrate a solid understanding of gesture, structure, weight, balance, anatomy, motion, and attitude.


    3. Creative expression: (3-4 examples) Artworks that demonstrate your animation and storytelling skills. Examples can include storyboards, character turnarounds, stylized backgrounds and props, 2D and 3D animation, character designs, character expressions, sketches/sketchbooks.

    Not required: You may also provide links to exceptional animation work 

    Keep in mind that all works submitted should be original and not copied from other artists or brands. Collaborative works need to clearly state your contributions.

     

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