CMU: What are the strongest aspects of your portfolio, in your opinion?* We'd like to understand the criteria you use to evaluate your own work. What were your aims, and which aspects of your portfolio are you proudest of? What particular skills, strengths or qualities should we look for in your body of work? (Limit: 140 characters.)
140-character version
...I taught myself to choose the “right” materials...
CMU: What are some areas for improvement in your art practice?* We think an ability to evaluate one's work is essential to becoming better. For this reason, we're also interested in how you perceive your work's shortcomings. What do you believe they are, specifically? (Limit: 140 characters.)
140-character version
...I hope to create art that can interact...
CMU: Please copy-and-paste your primary Personal Essay from the Common Application.* No need to write anything new—please just paste in a copy of your Personal Essay from the Writing section of the Common Application. Your essay helps us to become acquainted with you as a person. (Under 5000 characters, please.)
CMU: Is there anything else you'd like us to know? This question is totally optional, but it's a good opportunity to tell us something unusual about yourself. (Under 140 characters, please.)