@Chanitnanth Phadungnanonth Hey there! Really happy you liked the video. As for the overhead camera, I used a tripod and pointed my camera downwards. But since you're having a zoom interview, you can probably use something like this: amzn.to/3cgoyQ5 Good luck on your interview :)

Hello Raya, I've wanted to study architecture ever since I was in high school. I don't really know where to start, any tips?

@@nymphahchristah2344 DM me on IG @raya.kee and I can send you a few starter tips!

Haha i was actually in the same boat as you before I made this video. Happy to help Sam! :)

Ahh thanks Isabella! Really appreciate it :)

Haha thank you!

OMG! Huge congrats!!

Thanks Farouk! Super happy to hear that I've inspired you to improve your portfolio 🙏🙏

Thank you! Really appreciate it :)

Thank you!

Thanks Marcus! :)

Aww thank you!! Much appreciated :’)

Yup, I didn't notice the banding until I was editing a few days after. So do I just slow down my shutter speed a bit? (Was shooting at 1/50)

@@RayaKee That is indeed a possible fix. It depends on the relationship between the framerate, shutter speed, and how many Hz the light is running at. In general- the 180 shutter rule is your best bet, but moving to 1/60 shutter may be needed with some lights since you are in Canada (US & Canadian electricity runs at 60Hz- vs 50Hz for most of the world). Doing a quick test with your lights and different camera settings and comparing is my recommendation for finding best results. EDIT: Also check out some post de-flicker options! They can be a lifesaver when you don't have control of all the lights. I use Da Vinci Resolve Studio's built in deflicker plugin when needed. I'm sure the Adobe suite has similar plugins available.

@@MKevinL2 Thanks for the tips Kevin! I'll check to see what the optimal settings are for my lights and camera.

Thanks Sammy! And good luck with your applications :)

Ahh thank you Shabrina!! I really appreciate it 😊

Not sure what the exact scale is, but the house dimensions are about 16x12 inches!

Glad you liked it!!

Thank you!

Woww! I hope you get accepted!

@@RayaKee Thanks a Lot for your Reply💜 It means a Lot! At the moment I'm doing the final touch ups before submitting my portfolio... This was such a Motivation! Thanks Again!!!🙏🙏💗💗

Thanks! 😄

Aww happy to hear that!! Hope you get into Waterloo ahaha :)

Hii! Please let me know if you have any advice or things you were surprised to learn about while applying to Waterloo. I am also aiming for their architecure program once I graduate! 💙 My IG is @june.tesfaye if that is of any help. I wish you the best of luck!

@@AO-vj9gl Hey! I'll just let you know what I've learned here since I've just completed the application process, and am now waiting to hear back (which won't be until May 1st according to them). It's good that you're considering this early, assuming you aren't in Grade 12 yet so I'd advise you to be involved with Waterloo as much as possible before you even apply (they have webinars, contests, students you can talk to make sure you gather as much info as possible). Practice your skills as much as you can and grow so you can present to them the best of what you got when it comes to the application. Build up your work for your portfolio over time across different mediums, (digital work, paintings, drawings, photography, etc)... To show that you are able to be diverse in your practice- and have fun creating so you can talk passionately about it during the video presentation! The precis is honestly the hardest part, in my opinion, I did it at home and I didn't hand it in on time, unfortunately, so I think that will hinder my chances of getting accepted despite my great portfolio and presentation. Practice for the precis by reading articles and summarizing, making sure you are able to be original in how you rephrase. This is the unique time of Covid, so instead of an interview like they usually do you'd create a video presentation talking critically about 3 works from your portfolio, explain more why you want to go into architecture and what inspired you, and answer an architectural question they give you under 10 minutes. It's a tedious process, but you have many opportunities to show them who you really are. I could go on about what I've learned, but bottom line piece of advice: be original with your artwork (be _inspired,_ don't copy), and be you. :) If you want to check out some of the artwork I've gathered over time for my portfolio, here's my insta: @dua_j_art I hope this helps!

@@dua_junaid I learned so much more from your comment than I expected, thank you so much! You're right, I'm not in Grade 12 yet so I will try to be as involved as I can with Waterloo. I have been involved with some of their contests, but I will take a look at the other things you've mentioned! I was particularly unsure of where to start with practicing for the precis, but your advice is so helpful for me to start. I'm looking into some online precis courses so hopefully that'll help, haha. I'd love to follow your Instagram and look at your work - thank you again, I really appreciate it! 💙

@@AO-vj9gl Of course! Glad I could help shine some light on this :) If you have any more questions I'd be happy to answer them, only cause I wish someone did the same for me lol.

Hey Isabella! Glad you liked the video. As for UofT, while it's not required to submit a portfolio, they do have an option to submit a few pieces along with your One Idea essay.

Hm if you want tips on actually creating pieces, you'd have to look at more specific videos. This vid is more general in the sense that it covers how I selected and arranged art into my portfolio. I used my Fujifilm XT2 camera and edited in Lightroom for photos.Thanks for watching!

Hey, I'm in grade 11 and trying to stay ahead even though I feel so delayed. do you have any tips on what I should do to prepare for college application?

Thanks! Appreciate it. Ideally, an architecture portfolio has to showcase transferrable skills to architecture. (E.g. technical skills, resourcefulness, spacial/perspective awareness, overall creativity, etc.). So, while archi portfolios don’t necessarily have to include “architectural work” per se, the works do have to be relevant. What this means is that- even though you have a late start and have less time- try your best to find strategic and creative ways to get the most “bang for your buck” in terms of the portfolio pieces you invest your time and energy in.

@@RayaKee thank you!

thanks!

Hey there! I just had a portfolio bag behind my work, and I was beside a big window for that nice light source. I used a Fuji X-T2, but good lighting is always more important (and cheaper too haha) than expensive equipment! Use your creativity and try to find spaces in your house that can double as a backdrop. Hope this helped :)

Glad you like the video Namrata! My high school doesn't have AP art, but it did have an intensive 4-year visual arts program that I was a part of.

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Thank you Mahi! Really appreciate it. The fonts from Canva I used were: Clear sans bold, clear sans thin, and Aileron Thin.

Hey Emily! Glad you liked the video. No, I didn't submit my sketchbook (something I probably should've done). Also about the printing, I didn't print in myself. If you're getting yours printed, I recommend getting it done in Staples :)

@@RayaKee Thank you so much for your reply! It really helps! Thank you!!

YOO THIS IS HUGE!! CONGRATS HUGO!!

Wait you got accepted already? Congrats! Was this for ryerson?

@@dianan668 It wasn't:) It was for Nelson Mandela university.

Hmm I'd love to, but I'm going to university for business 😅😅

Hello! Thanks for reaching out. 1 - For my portfolio, it was an accumulation of the best work I'd done from grade 9 to 12 (most of it was from grade 11 and 1st semester of grade 12 since auditions were held early 2020). 2 - You don't have to be the best or most talented artist to build a great portfolio! I myself will be the first to say that I was just average in my arts program. I really believe that creating a solid portfolio you're proud of is just a matter of building your skills and putting in the work over time. Anyone can do it if they commit to it. 3 - Yes, I am mostly self-taught, but being in an arts program throughout high school helped immensely. Hope that helped!

Hey Victoria, glad you liked the video! Not sure how you would submit an online piano piece though. I'd recommend you to go to the Ryerson website and email the architecture advisor: www.ryerson.ca/contact/student/academic_contacts/ Good luck applying!

Hi, it may be a little late but one of friends added his songs in portfolio by using QR Code and a cover image. So if anyone wanna listen to it can scan it and find it on KZfaq or somewhere. Hope it helps. All the Best !

Hey Shreya! Glad you liked my video. As for my portfolio, I have 12 pieces on it and have around one or two pages dedicated to each piece to "show my work."

Hey Tona! Ironically enough I've chosen to go to BTM (business) at Ryerson instead of archi haha. As for Ryerson vs. UofT I would 100% go to Ry. DM me on IG @raya.kee if you're interested in getting the link to a discord chat for Ry architecture applicants!

Omg congrats!!! Alright I’m on it! Thank you!

Hey Bryanna! Not sure what the template is called, but the hex code for the coloured section is #E4D4C5 and the fonts I used were: Clear sans bold, clear sans thin, and Aileron Thin.

Hi Holly! Not sure what the template on Canva is called, but the hex code for the coloured section is #E4D4C5 and the fonts I used were: Clear sans bold, clear sans thin, and Aileron Thin. Hope this helps and good luck with your portfolio :)

Yep, this portfolio is for undergrad. Good luck with your masters portfolio!!

Hallooo Jess! 1. For Ryerson architecture I did not early apply. 2. Yup, my year it also said no description needed, but I decided to put one anyway. Hope this helps and good luck on your portfolio/uni apps! :)

Hi Zeinab! Glad you liked the video :) Here's a recent update video I made on my uni decision - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h8yHnNCX1q3SfWg.html

Hey Rand! I don't remember when I exactly applied, but if I can remember correctly it was a week or two before the deadline. As long as you can do that, you should be good! Hope this helps and good luck with applications :)

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Yes! the program you're applying to probably has specific requirements on the max or minimum size for your portfolio - so make sure to select the right page size on Canva!

Hmm it's usually better if you show a range of your skills and interests - so I'd say add some perspective sketches and also some more creative/complex/abstract work. Hope this helps and good luck with your portfolio!

Nope, just UofT and Ryerson :)

Hi. I think your portfolio is awesome as well. I applied to Waterloo along with UofT and Ryerson. I also got accepted to UofT but was getting nervous since I haven’t heard from Ryerson and Waterloo yet. Great content btw

@@osazesmith4415 Yeah I don't think Ryerson has given any acceptances yet but you should have gotten an email from Waterloo already for the interview. Mine came in March and the due date for the digital portfolio was this past weekend. Maybe double check?

@Lauren Newell thanks. I knew about the online portfolio due date (also got the notice in March) but I meant that I haven’t heard from them regarding an acceptance/rejection.

@@osazesmith4415 Omg I'm sorry. Anywho, It says in the email they start sending acceptances on May 1st. Kinda nerve-wracking, ahh

It was for bachelor!

There's a section in Canva where you can drag and drop "spaces" into your document. Then you just place whatever image you want in it. I briefly clicked into that page when I was talking about the softwares I used. Good luck on your portfolio Mia!

Appearances may be deceiving 😂😂😂

Hey there! Glad you like the video! I've only gotten into UofT so far, haven't heard back from Ryerson, and I didn't apply to Waterloo. I don't know a lot of ppl who've gotten accepted to Ryerson,I'm assuming because of covid. There's a discord chat if you want to join! DM me @raya.kee if ya like :)

Raya Kee hey! I was wondering if you had to submit your portfolio for uoft architectural studies because I got in with just an essay?

@@amber7067For UoftT, I submitted a few pieces for the optional portfolio plus the essay :)

​@@JSnuffleupagus Hey Jennifer! Unfortunately I wasn't accepted to the program - honestly have no idea why 😅😅 I thought I did ok in the audition + portfolio and my grades are in the high 80s. So, I'm currently in Ryerson business technology management and it's been really great so far!

Hi Eleni! Here's where I got mine - www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B006J2HUUG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Here's the description from the page - "Cardinal Poly Portfolio with Brads, 11 x 17-Inch, Black" Hope this helps and good luck with your portfolio :)

Hey there! Glad you enjoyed the video. For your contents page, there should be a bunch of blank templates you can choose from in Canva. Pick one that best fits your portfolio then add the photos accordingly. Hope this helps!

@@RayaKee thank you !!

Good question! Didn't include technical drawings because I'd never done them. They also mentioned in the portfolio instructions that the applicant wasn't expected to have technical/architectural drawings, as more emphasis would be placed on creativity and originality.

Raya Kee Oohh, that’s nice Thank You for answering my question. :))

@@jordielmolina4169 Happy to help!

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hmm that IS a tough situation to be in - but remember that most are also in a similar situation as you, in the sense that everyone's been stuck doing online school! While you won't be able to compete with other more technically skilled and well-trained students, you CAN use that to your advantage and use more of your creativity and resourcefulness instead to stand out. Your portfolio doesn't (and shouldn't) have to be limited to 2-D pieces and traditional mediums! Make sure to play to your strengths, whatever those may be (random example: custom shoes, if you're into that), and do a lot of experimentation on your own and researching and looking for inspiration (not plagiarism) online! KZfaq is honestly one of the best places to start. Also, universities nowadays are looking for diversity in skill and artistic backgrounds in the students they select, so as long as you can find a way to stand out, you'll have a chance. Hope this helps and good luck on your portfolio Kaviya!

1. I'm not sure if it makes too much of a difference, but as a general best practice try to put your most recent work in your portfolio (within 3 years). 2. Try your best to crop the part where your teacher marked over your work, but if that's not possible you could download a trial of Photoshop to try to remove it (you can search up tutorials for this). Also, you could always keep it as it is, but I can imagine that it would be super distracting and would detract from the professionalism of your technical drawings and portfolio in general. 3. If your photos are coming out blurry, try to take them where there's more light (e.g. beside a window). I'd avoid using scanner apps because they usually change the perspective and overall colours of the photo. Hope this helps and happy you found the video helpful! Cheers, Raya

@@RayaKee you are amazing, never thought about using Photoshop and all. I'll try to do that, and thanks for the tip

Thanks :)

Those projects do sound really interesting. Good luck!

@@RayaKee Yeah ....its very difficult to pull it of and I know what to do but I dont know how I'm gonna set it up which will be presentable

I used an 11x17 page size on Canva, and yes you can use Canva for the whole process! I just used Lightroom because I wanted to first edit my photos for overall consistency before placing them in my portfolio. I also used InDesign just to make sure that there wouldn't be any cut off parts by the binding area of the folder.

Mostly self taught, but being in an arts program for high school helped a lot as well :)

Hey there! You can DM me at @raya.kee :)

@@RayaKee Hey! I was wondering if you could dm me your essay as well. My instagram is @_mxdiwa

@@m.amawoko9385 I actually just made a video breaking down my essay here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kJqHja-Ws-C-nas.html enjoy!

Hey Diba, glad you liked the video! Unfortunately I wasn't accepted to the program. I honestly have no idea why 😅😅 I thought I did ok in the audition + portfolio and my grades are in the high 80s.

@@RayaKee Hey, where did you end up going?

@@m.amawoko9385 I'm currently in Ryerson business technology management! Really enjoying it too.

UofT is online submissions for everyone (for this year anyway)

Next year for me, but I can choose the between online and physical right?

@@khangle8231 UofT is all online, Ryerson is physical if you're within the area.

Raya Kee Ahh, thank you. Can I keep in touch with you for more information? I’m planning to submit uOT and Ryerson next year too.

@@khangle8231 sure! DM me on instagram @raya.kee

And that's completely okay! Everyone has to start somewhere :)

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Hey Wong! For me, I was in an intensive arts program in high school - so most of the pieces in the portfolio were from my work during the program. Other than that, I explored architecture-related concepts and designing in my own time. If you want more info, DM me on Instagram @raya.kee and I can send you more details. Good luck on your portfolio!

@@RayaKee oh alright tysm

Hey there! I actually didn't end up going to architecture for uni so I don't really know for sure, but DM me on IG @raya.kee and I can direct you to a few people in architecture :)

@@RayaKee I actually finally decided on what program to choose, not architecture lol, I’ll still drop a follow on your ig tho, tysm for the help! Love the vid too💜

There was an in-person audition and I submitted a hard copy of my portfolio then. Hope this helps!

Hey there! For some reason, I didn't have to write a supplementary essay for my Ryerson architecture application last year. Admissions might've changed the requirements from last year bc of covid, etc. I did have to write one for UofT archi, and here's a video I made on that here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kJqHja-Ws-C-nas.html Hope this helps, and good luck on your applications!

@@RayaKeeI just saw that its only required for non-101 applicants (unfortunately for me) but I checked out that vid for uoft as well, thanks for making them they're a lot of help!

@@s.a.1083 Ohh gotcha. Happy to help! :)

I personally only submitted the final images for the UofT portfolio, so I think you should be ok!

@@RayaKee Thank you so much for the reply Raya!!

I was in an intensive visual arts program at my high school (unionville high school) and it was mandatory to have 2 art courses every year- so I had 2 art courses in grade 12. Keep in mind though that most of these projects were completed in my 2nd sem of grade 11 and 1st sem of grade 12 since the portfolio had to be finished in early February. Hope this helps and good luck with applications!

Hi! I made my portfolio for the university program application/audition - so yes, it was during grade 12.

Hey Annick! Not sure what the template is called, but the hex code for the coloured section is #E4D4C5 and the fonts I used were: Clear sans bold, clear sans thin, and Aileron Thin.

Hey Sara! If you meant general advice or suggestions, I have a couple: 1. Choose your portfolio pieces carefully. Make sure it showcases your creativity and technical abilities well. Getting a second opinion from a knowledgeable person (teacher, parent, etc.) would also be ideal. 2. Take good photos of your work. It would be a huge plus if you know how to edit them. 3. Start early, and aim to finish at least a week before the submission deadline. Things will always take much longer than expected. Good luck!

Header - clear sans bold Subheading - clear sans thin Text - aileron thin ^^ these fonts are in Canva (not sure if they're available elsewhere)

@@RayaKee oh ok thanks so much!

@@emaan6891 anytiime!!

Huh?

@@RayaKee could you please inbox me in my facebook.(love_mukul@ovi.com) this is my facebook id

@@mukulieltsworld hey Mukul, I have no idea on how schools work in Poland. I think it's best if you ask someone else 😂😅

Hello! It's so awesome to see you planning ahead so early! As for grades, I believe UofT only looks at the average of your top 6 grade 12 marks, so as long as those top marks are good then you shouldn't need to worry about your lower grades. Hope that helps and good luck with uni applications :)

@@RayaKee thank you so much!

In the Canva editor, there should be an "elements" tab on the right side. When you find that, scroll down to "grids." Add a few grids to your doc then you can drop whatever photo you want into the grids! Hope that helped and good luck on your portfolio Dubem!

@@RayaKee thanks

Depends on the university, but yes most require a portfolio!

@@RayaKee U of T too?

@@keilyrz1838 UofT has an optional portfolio, has a mandatory essay called One Idea.

It was for undergrad! :)

Hi! Ryerson architecture is definitely an awesome program to aim for - a few other universities in Ontario with great archi programs are: Waterloo (they have co-op!), UofT, and Carleton. Personally, I'd have Ryerson and Waterloo as my top options and UofT/Carleton as secondary options. ^^ Just my two cents Hope this helps!

@@RayaKee Thank you very much (≡^∇^≡)

Yes they did reply around two months later! Unfortunately I got rejected :/

@@RayaKee what was your average?

@@youssefelshabory2435 I think it was around 87 and 88!

Hey Emily!! Export your 15 pages as a PDF, then try compressing it here: smallpdf.com/compress-pdf ^^ If that link doesn’t work for some reason, there are also other websites to compress PDF files - just search up “compress PDF” or something along those lines. Let me know if it works, and good luck with applications!

@@RayaKee Thank you so so much for helping me! It works like a charm! Love youuuuu

@@thequeenofboba6583 Yayyy great to hear!!

Haha I'm currently in Ryerson business technology management :)

@@RayaKee well then best of luck ahead 👍

@@RayaKee well then best of luck ahead 👍

In Canada you can apply to university of Toronto architecture! I applied to UofT archi and they didn't have any science course requirements. You can find more info on the program here: www.daniels.utoronto.ca/admissions/undergraduate/admission-requirements And I actually just made a video on what I wrote in my UofT entrance essay here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kJqHja-Ws-C-nas.html Glad you reached out and hope this helps!

@@RayaKee thank u so much❤... Really needed this

At the time (Feb 2020), Ryerson still had an in-person audition for their architecture program. For that audition specifically, we had to bring a hard copy portfolio. With that said though, it's probably a lot different now w covid/online submissions. Hope this helps and good luck with your portfolio!

canva?

Hi, glad you like the video! Sorry, but I don't think I'd be able to help for your masters application. Haven't even started university myself 😅

@@RayaKee ohh k....anyways thank you for considering my question..

This is for undergrad! :)

...yes?

Yep!

The portfolio was for arch undergrad. As for the page size: The digital size was 11x17 inches, but I added 0.5" to the left side of all the pages to make room for the folder rings. So the physical copy is really 11x17.5 inches. Hope this helps!

@@RayaKee Thanks! do you have any clue about the page size and format required for m.arch in ryerson. I am applying and im not clear about the size.

@@fauzanmirza7399 I have no idea either, but you could try emailing them here: march@ryerson.ca

Bachelors!