"Hi! I'm Ciara, a college art and art portfolio tutor. I earned a BFA from Rhode Island School of Design and studied for a Master of Architecture at Yale University. Prior to teaching, I also worked for over ten years as a professional designer. I love using my academic, art, and design experience to help my students improve their artistic skills and preparing their portfolios. I enjoy teaching students ages 8+ and I specialize in helping middle and high school art students apply to specialized art colleges. My students enjoy fun, but challenging personalized lessons. With me, they craft new artworks, sketchbooks, and essays for IB Visual Arts Programs, high school, and college applications. I ensure that lessons are tailored to my student's interests: my classes are always specific to your student's unique personality and learning style.

At all levels, I can help your student to improve their abilities and artistic confidence. Art-making is a challenging and emotionally rewarding way to "think with your hands." Art helps my students to see the world more clearly, to process emotions, and improve communication. This will serve your student for the rest of their life.

If your student is applying to art schools, I can help them to improve their skill set while filling in crucial gaps in their portfolio. I have professional writing experience and can help your student identify strengths to highlight in their application essays. My experience getting accepted at several Ivy programs gives me a clear understanding of what it takes to make a college applicant's portfolio stand out from the crowd.

Feel free to read my reviews at NYC Art Tutor dot com! Book a trial lesson or reach out for a free 15 minute consultation call so that we can discuss your or your child's goals!" less...