Application for the first 1 year program: Traditional Realist Drawing Techniques

This is the application for the the full first year of study – the 1 year Intensive Drawing Program

Recommended for students who reside outside the EU and need to apply for a student visa/residence permit. The applicant must show an interest in art and, through approved work samples, show an artistic ability.

For student visa application purposes, it is recommended that students from non-EU countries apply to our one-year programs. If you need to apply for a VISA we recommend you to apply at least six months before start of term.


Please fill in your personal information.

    Please answer the following questions thoughtfully.
    The Swedish Academy of Realist Art, (SARA) selection process seriously considers your responses in addition to your portfolio.

    When you intend to begin your studies?

    These images must include one figure study, one portrait, and one still-life created from life. The remaining images may be of your choice and may be created from life or the imagination. Do not include any images created directly from photo references or copied from photographs. Do not send original artwork as your images are part of your application and will not be returned. The images you send should not be larger than A4 in size