Why the APW Curriculum Still Leads in the Age of AI
Explore why APW’s creativity-focused curriculum remains vital in the age of AI, teaching students to develop authentic artistic skills that machines cannot replicate. The prescience of the APW Curriculum The reason that the APW curriculum never gets tired, is because from the very start, it was designed to zero in on the the essential elements […]
Has APW worked?
Learn why the APW curriculum has consistently helped thousands of students create successful animation portfolios and gain admission to top animation schools worldwide. When you combine the areas of expertise that APW Directors Vince and Gerard share between them and have actively worked in as practicing visual artists, it makes for quite a remarkable list: […]
Inside the APW Design Program: From Visual Language Fundamentals to an Application Ready Portfolio
Many students begin the portfolio process unsure where to start. The general trend these days is to try to copy styles and ideas gleaned from portfolios students have found online. The APW Design Program has been created to teach students real foundational design skills so they can create submission‑ready work that is truly there own, […]
The Founders of APW: The Story Behind the Animation Portfolio Workshop
Discover the story of Gerard Sternik and Vince Peets, the founders of Animation Portfolio Workshop (APW), and learn how their 45+ year partnership transformed animation education. The Directors Cut Signature Series Program Who Are the Founders and Directors of APW? APW Founders and Directors Gerard Sternik and Vince Peets go back a long way. Having […]
Choosing the Right Online Design Portfolio Course
There are a lot of online art and design courses available, so choosing the right one can feel overwhelming at times. When it comes to portfolio preparation, live structured design exercises leading to portfolio crafting critique sessions is a far superior method of instruction compared to pre‑recorded content. Key Features to Look For How APW […]
How to Prepare a Design Portfolio for Art School
A strong design portfolio isn’t about demonstrating technical skill for its own sake, it’s about showing how you think and problem solve as a designer. Many students struggle to understand what visual art and design schools actually want to see in their application portfolios. That’s where exercises in design principles leading to structured portfolio crafting […]
New Drawing & Animation Classes for Kids in Toronto — APW Junior Now Open
A New Option for Families in Toronto & the GTA Families looking for drawing classes for kids in Toronto now have a new option designed specifically for young burgeoning artists. APW Junior is a foundational drawing and animation program for ages 10–14, offering both in-person Toronto classes and live online options for families across the […]
APW Design Program: The Smarter Way to Build Your Art & Design Portfolio
Applying to a visual art or design program can be a daunting task—especially when your portfolio determines to a great degree whether you’ll be accepted into the program of your choice. The APW Design Program has been created to impart the skill set required for students to craft a strong, application ready design portfolio that […]
Why We Created APW Junior: Building Strong Visual Art and Animation Foundations in the Early Years
The Benefits of Starting to Study in Early Adolescence Many students begin their study of animation and art in their mid-teens — often after years of copying animation and comic book styles online. APW Junior was created to introduce adolescents to proper drawing and design foundations earlier, while students are still forming how they think […]
Introducing APW Junior: A New Drawing & Animation Program for Kids Ages 10–14
A New APW Program for Young Artists We’re excited to introduce APW Junior, a brand-new drawing and animation program created specifically for students ages 10–14 who are just beginning their creative journey. We’ve developed APW Junior in response to a growing interest among families looking for structured, high-quality art education for adolescents. APW Junior also […]