<p>I have only basic drawing skills like the average person. But I'm great with photoshop and illustrator. I have built a nice portfolio filled with my best work in digital/graphic design. Is it possible for me to still go to a good art college. Such as some of the big ones in New York. SVA, Pratt, Parsons.</p>
<p>Drawing from observation is a big part of the portfolio, especially for good schools like the one you listed. You will also be taking drawing classes even in a design program. A lot of good schools still stress analog skills, working by hand. I’d put in some time soon to get those skills up.</p>
<p>I myself love Illustrator and I’m pretty good with it, and I remember going to portfolio days and having people like RISD and SVA tell me I needed more drawing from observation.</p>
<p>IMO, no portfolio for a design major should ever be 100% digital.</p>
<p>I don’t know about sva in particular but pratt and parsons both like to see a fair amount of drawing in their portfolios. You should make some. Apart from being useful for getting into school they are also good for you as a creative. Drawings aren’t really that difficult to do once you’re willing to put some time and focus into them. As long as you are careful not to get quickly frustrated by a lack of technical skill you will make some decent ones.</p>
<p>My options are to practice in the next couple of months ans submit what I have with my other design work. Or go to a state university and practice and apply next year if the schools allow that.</p>
<p>Most art schools will take you more seriously if you at least attempt traditional media. It shows that you’re not only capable of using shortcuts - and by that I’m not trying to impugn digital media at all - but have the focus, patience, and technical ability to manipulate more gritty and soulful media. Many top art schools will still want to see you draw even if you intend to major in graphic design.</p>
<p>Give it a try and submit it along with what you have right now. You can always transfer next year out of a state university if you’re not successful the first time.</p>
<p>thank you, what schools do you recommend?</p>