Portfolio Building Workshop
With instructor
Thadius Taylor
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Sun. 10am - 1pm
Course Description
Want a portfolio that feels like you?
Bring your current projects or start fresh, and let’s work together to shape them.
This session combines quick demos with relaxed studio time. We’ll play with drawing, painting, collage, and other materials while improving composition, color, and concept week by week.
All skill levels are welcome.
Beginners build fundamentals; experienced artists push ideas further.
After years of mentoring MFA students at LCAD with their Thesis work, Thadius can help you set clear goals, whether you’re aiming for art‑school admission, gallery shows, or personal growth.
What You'll Learn
Map your vision and lay out a step‑by‑step plan
Layer and combine materials for rich, textured surfaces
Sharpen composition and color for greater impact
Turn loose sketches into polished pieces
Leave each week with practical feedback and next steps
Live demonstrations and personalized instruction to help you learn faster
Assembling a portfolio showcasing a comprehensive skill set in mixed media.
About
Thadius Taylor
Thadius Taylor (b. 1989) lives and works in Southern California. A native of California, Taylor holds a BFA from the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts and an MFA from Laguna College of Art + Design. His work, primarily in oil painting, explores figuration and fragmented spaces, blending meticulous planning with spontaneous execution. Taylor's work has been featured at notable venues, including the Laguna Art Museum, Pennslyvania Academy of the Fine Arts, and the Museum of Ventura County. He has participated in select group exhibitions at prestigious locations like Brea Gallery and the Barrett Art Gallery at Utica College, NY. His accolades include the Trustee Choice Award (Honorable Mention, 2020), the Benjamin West Prize, and the Earl T. Donelson Figure Painting Award. Taylor recently advised and mentored MFA students at Laguna College of Art + Design and has held various teaching positions in art institutions. His work, known for its dynamic depth, continues to engage and challenge viewers.
Testimonial
Avraham Greenhut
Portrait Painting Student
I'm just re-evaluating how lucky I am to have had the opportunity to study with Cheryl, Max, Steve, and Dorian. I turn to Cheryl's Portrait book all the time... Thank you for helping me to keep fighting, Cheryl's words carried weight when she said it would be a shame if I gave up. Cheryl is an amazing instructor and artist.
