M.LiT Application Information and Submission

Submissions

In addition to your application form, please submit one of the following:

  • Portfolio with three examples of art
  • Writing sample
  • Teacher recommendation

Note: Our recommendation to all applicants is to choose the supplemental application material that will make your application stand out from all others.


Portfolio

CD or DVD: Applicants may submit their work digitally on a CD or DVD. Discs should be labeled with applicant’s name and contact information. Individual files should be in JPEG (.jpg) format with file sizes not exceeding 1 MB each. Time-based work should be submitted in either QuickTime (.mov) format or Windows Media Video (.wmv). Digital portfolios should be emailed.

Digital Prints: Students may submit color digital prints of their work. Individual prints should be no larger than 8 1/2″ x 11″ and may be printed on any paper. The back of each print should be labeled with the applicant’s name and contact information. Digital prints should be submitted by mail or hand-delivered to VMFA.

Note: No original works of art will be accepted. If received they will not be returned.


Writing Sample

Your writing sample should be in response to one of the following prompts (keep the helpful writing tips below in mind):

A. Write a short statement about why you think art museums are important to our society. Why do museums collect and preserve art? What can we learn about ourselves, our communities and the world by visiting art museums?

B. In your own words, define what is a work of art and what is an artifact. Make an argument for why the two words can or cannot be used interchangeably. Then, make an argument for preservation of art and/or artifacts.

Helpful Tips:

  • Read and follow directions
  • Be straightforward and confident
  • Be specific and add details
  • Type your work
  • Use 12 pt. Times New Roman font
  • Proofread your work


Teacher Recommendation

The recommendation should provide insight into your:

  • Performance as a student
  • Aptitude and industriousness
  • Maturity and seriousness of purpose
  • Level of commitment and ability to follow through
  • Leadership abilities and/or experience
  • Character

Teacher recommendations can be e-mailed from official school e-mail accounts or mailed on school letterhead.

Deadlines

Application Deadline 
Jan 30, 2015

Applications forms can be completed and submitted online or by completing a downloadable PDF and submitting it by mail.

Applicants that elect to submit application materials by mail should send all components to:

Attn: Jessica Bauserman
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
200 N. Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23220

Or deliver to VMFA’s Pauley Center security desk (Mon – Fri, 9 am – 7 pm or Sat, 9 am – 4 pm).

Students will receive notification of their acceptance by Feb 12, 2015.

Pick up artwork submissions from VMFA’s Pauley Center, Studio A (Mon – Fri, 9 am – 7 pm; Sat, 9 am – 4 pm) after Feb 12, 2015.

Questions?

For information about the program and qualifications, see  M. LiT: Museum Leaders in Training.

Or contact:
Jessica Bauserman, Youth and Family Programs Event Coordinator
jessica.bauserman@vmfa.museum
804.340.1573

Application Form

First and Last Name*

Age*

E-Mail Address*

Home Phone Number*

Mobile Phone Number*

Home Address (Street, City, Zip)*

School Name*

Grade Level for School Year 2014-15*

Recommending Teacher's Name (if applicable)

Recommending Teacher's E-Mail (if applicable)

Extracurricular Activities:

Parent or Guardian Name*

Parent or Guardian E-Mail*

Parent or Guardian Phone Number*

Parent or Guardian Approval*
 I agree I do not agree

I have reviewed the schedules and:*
 Schedule I works best for me Schedule II works best for me

If you forsee any conflicts with the schedules, please explain here:

I am able to meet all of the requirements. I understand that if I do not fulfill the participation requirements I will not be eligible for VMFA staff recommendations and/or a M.LiT Program Certificate.
 I agree I do not agree

Primary emergency contact name and phone number

Secondary emergency contact name and phone number

Does the applicant have any known allergies or medial conditions?
 Yes No

If yes, please explain:



Submission Type:

Writing Sample: