Art Portfolio Classes in Savannah for Kids and Teens
Compare two Scribble portfolio-building classes by age, schedule and tuition, then use a first-class checklist and simple artwork record to plan the next step.
Updated November 9, 2026
A child who fills sketchbooks for fun and a teenager preparing an arts-school application may both want a portfolio class, but they need different starting conversations. One may want to experiment with new materials. The other needs feedback on existing work and a plan tied to the school’s actual requirements.
In Savannah, Scribble Art Studio lists two relevant options: Portfolio Builder for ages 10–18 after school, and Homeschool Art II for ages 14–17 during the day. This guide compares them and gives families a practical way to prepare for a first class, keep track of artwork and decide whether recurring lessons fit. Both meet at 212 East 37th Street; the current listings have future class dates into May 2027.
Compare the two portfolio-building classes
For a child attending school during the day, start with Portfolio Builder’s afternoon choices. For a teen with a flexible daytime schedule, compare Art II’s landscape, still-life and portrait work with the more individually planned Portfolio Builder course. A lower monthly price does not by itself tell you which teaching plan suits the child.
| Class and ages | Weekly choices | Listed tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio Builder · 10–18 | Mon–Thu 5–6 p.m.; Fri 4–5 p.m. | $180/month or $49.98 drop-in |
| Homeschool Art II · 14–17 | Mon 11 a.m.–noon or 2–3 p.m.; Tue 2–3 p.m.; Wed 11 a.m.–noon | $100/month or $29.97 drop-in |
Checked November 9, 2026. Monthly enrollment selects one weekly class. Tuition is before any checkout charges; use the live calendar for your date and availability.
Portfolio Builder: an individual track and a finished collection
Portfolio Builder at Scribble Art Studio
Ages 10–18 · $180/month or $49.98/drop-in · 212 East 37th Street
The listing describes lessons adapted to the student’s current skills and goals. Work can include graphite and charcoal drawing, two-dimensional design, watercolor and acrylic painting, with three-dimensional, photography or digital work agreed with the instructor. Materials are included, and the course concludes with selecting and documenting the portfolio. The listed term runs August 10, 2026–May 17, 2027.
Ask the provider: How would you start with my child’s current work, and when would you review progress together?
The current weekly schedule offers Monday through Thursday at 5–6 p.m. and Friday at 4–5 p.m. Choose the day that allows an unhurried arrival after school. A drop-in is listed at $49.98; choose a future date in the live calendar and confirm the instructor and available place before booking.
The program also welcomes students building work for personal goals. A child does not need an application deadline to have a useful reason for taking the class: learning to draw from observation, exploring a new medium or finishing a small series can give the teacher a clear starting point.
Homeschool Art II: daytime studio practice for teens
Homeschool Art II at Scribble Art Studio
Ages 14–17 · $100/month or $29.97/drop-in · 212 East 37th Street
This class welcomes beginning and experienced students. Its description combines traditional landscape, still-life and portrait skills with independent study toward a portfolio. Listed choices are Monday 11 a.m.–noon or 2–3 p.m., Tuesday 2–3 p.m., and Wednesday 11 a.m.–noon. The term runs August 10, 2026–May 21, 2027.
Ask the provider: Which weekly group fits my teen’s experience, and what should they bring for independent study?
The Wednesday October 28 drop-in was selectable at $29.97 when checked. For a family combining lessons at home with studio time, include the journey and lunch in the weekly plan. The same one-hour class can fit very differently at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Ask how much individual portfolio feedback is included if that is your main reason for joining. The description names portfolio work, but it does not specify a particular school’s admissions checklist, a fixed number of finished pieces or a completion date for each student.
Bring a useful starting point to the first class
These are preparation suggestions for a conversation with the instructor, not extra enrollment requirements. Ask whether the studio prefers originals, photographs or a sketchbook.
Choose a small sample: Pick a few pieces the child wants to discuss: something they enjoyed making, something that felt difficult and an unfinished idea. Let the child explain the choices. A small, varied sample is easier to talk through than an unsorted folder of everything they have made.
Write one goal in the child’s words: “I want to draw faces with more confidence” or “I want to finish a story in pictures” gives the instructor more to work with than “make the portfolio better.” Keep a parent’s application deadline on a separate line so it does not replace the child’s interest.
Bring the actual brief if there is an application: Save the school’s current instructions, deadline, accepted file formats and any limits on outside help. Review those together with the teacher. Requirements belong to the receiving school; a general portfolio class is not a substitute for checking them.
Agree on a first review point: Ask what the student will try between lessons and when to look at the work together again. Aim to leave with one concrete next step rather than a promise about acceptance or a finished portfolio by an arbitrary date.
Keep an artwork record the student can maintain
A folder of photographs becomes more useful when each image has a little context. Keep the original work safely, take a clear photograph without filters, and add a short note while the student remembers the process. Ask the instructor how they want files shared before sending anything.
The example below is an optional home record. It is not a school application format or Scribble’s required curriculum. Change the fields to match the student’s project and any official submission instructions.
| Field | Example entry |
|---|---|
| Working title and date | Kitchen still life · November 2026 |
| Materials and dimensions | Pencil on paper · record the actual size |
| What I was practicing | Drawing the shapes I could see rather than the shapes I expected |
| What changed | Made the dark areas stronger after reviewing the first version |
| Next question for my teacher | How can I make the glass look more transparent? |
Original planning example. The student should describe their own work, decisions and feedback.
Choose a trial or a month using your real calendar
A drop-in can help a family assess the journey, class atmosphere and instructor conversation before committing to a weekly routine. It does not establish a trial-credit policy or guarantee that the same place will remain available for monthly enrollment. Ask those questions directly.
For Portfolio Builder, three drop-ins total $149.94 in tuition and four total $199.92, compared with the listed $180 monthly tuition. For Art II, three total $89.91 and four total $119.88, compared with $100 monthly. Use that arithmetic alongside the actual dates you can attend, what the month includes, any partial-month billing and the final checkout total.
Both listings say to cancel before the first of the month to avoid the next month’s charge. Review the current cancellation and make-up details before paying. Do not assume that a missed lesson becomes a refund, that every holiday has a class, or that two siblings can attend the same group because they share an address.
Decide what would make the class worthwhile
Before starting, write down a small baseline: one piece the student likes, one skill they want help with and one practical concern such as the travel time. After several attended lessons, revisit those same points. Look for work the child can discuss, useful feedback they can act on and a schedule the family can sustain.
For an application, work backward from the school’s deadline with time to select, photograph and check the submission. Keep ownership of the work with the student and verify the school’s current rules. For a personal portfolio, a small collection the student is proud to explain can be a worthwhile goal on its own.
Ready to compare the actual sessions? Open Portfolio Builder or Homeschool Art II below, select the relevant weekly class and review the current dates. For younger children or a broader mix of creative interests, use the full Savannah art-class comparison.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages can take portfolio-building art classes in Savannah?
Scribble’s Portfolio Builder lists ages 10–18. Homeschool Art II lists ages 14–17 and welcomes beginning and experienced students. Check the specific group and discuss your child’s goals with the studio.
How much do the two classes cost?
Portfolio Builder lists $180/month for one weekly class or $49.98 for a drop-in. Homeschool Art II lists $100/month or $29.97 for a drop-in. These are listed tuition amounts before any checkout charges; confirm the dates and billing terms you select.
Does my child need to be applying to an arts school?
No. Portfolio Builder’s description includes personal portfolios as well as preparation for an arts-related academy. A clear creative goal can guide the first conversation even without an application deadline.
Are materials included in Portfolio Builder?
Yes, the Portfolio Builder listing says materials are included. Ask the instructor what existing work to bring and how any photography, digital or three-dimensional project will be arranged.
Will a portfolio class guarantee school admission?
No class can guarantee an admissions decision. Use the receiving school’s current requirements and deadlines, and discuss a realistic plan with the instructor.
Sources and further reading
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