Sectioned Studio
About
Sectioned Studio is a creative platform for artists, architects, and designers navigating the intersections of education, practice, and independent creation.
We believe in growth through sharing—whether you're preparing to study abroad, navigating professional practice, or exploring your creative direction, Sectioned Studio is a space where we learn from each other's journeys.
Publication
Archive Before Graduate [ABG] Series
Sectioned Studio publishes the ABG Series (Archive Before Graduate) annually—a curated archive of portfolios from students accepted into the top architecture graduate programs, including Harvard GSD, Columbia GSAPP, MIT, Yale, Cornell, and UPenn.
ABG is more than a collection of successful portfolios. It documents how each portfolio was built, why it worked, and what decisions shaped the acceptance outcome. For future applicants, ABG serves as a transparent resource that reveals the actual standards and strategies behind world-class admissions.
Arts&Arch Portfolio Prep
Sectioned Studio offers specialized portfolio preparation programs tailored to each student’s major, school, and application level—whether they are applying as high school (8 –12), undergraduate (including transfer), or graduate applicants.
Architecture Programs
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Graduate: M.Arch / MSAAD / MAUD / MS programs
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Undergraduate Architecture (B.Arch)
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Interior Architecture / Interior Design
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Industrial Design / Product Design / Digital Design
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Urban Design / Landscape Architecture
Art & Design Programs
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BFA programs: Parsons, Pratt, RISD, SVA, FIT, SCAD, etc.
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Majors: Fine Arts, Illustration, Painting, Graphic/Communication Design
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Photography, Film & Media Arts
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Design-focused Business programs: Parsons BBA, Design Management, and more
Each program centers on:
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Personalized 1:1 project development
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School-specific requirement analysis (Portfolio, Essay, Interview, Home Test)
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Narrative and layout strategy
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Process refinement and timeline mapping
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Delivering a final portfolio that meets competitive admissions standards
At Sectioned Studio, the goal is not simply to produce visually attractive work—but to create strategic, narrative-driven portfolios that lead to real acceptance outcomes.
K-12 Arts Program
At Sectioned Studio, we offer both online and in-person art programs designed to build a strong foundation for K–12 students preparing for admission to art and design colleges.
Our curriculum focuses on developing essential visual skills through a range of fundamental courses, including Observation Drawing, Mixed Media, Painting & Drawing, and Photography. Each class is structured to strengthen creative thinking, technical ability, and portfolio readiness, ensuring that students grow with confidence as they progress toward their academic goals.
Workshop & Seminar
At Sectioned Studio, we regularly host workshops and seminars designed for students preparing for architecture, design, and art programs abroad.
Our programs go beyond simply delivering information—they are structured to help participants clearly understand their own work and define a direction that aligns with their goals. We dive deeply into the most challenging aspects of the application process, including portfolio development, concept building, storytelling, SOP writing, and school-specific strategies. Each session provides practical feedback and guidance tailored to each individual’s strengths.
Sectioned Studio’s workshops and seminars aim to offer clear direction, actionable feedback, and the momentum needed to continue growing throughout the study-abroad preparation journey.
For more details, please refer to the Workshop & Seminar tab.
