Portfolio Confidence Review™
Portfolio Confidence Review™
Professional architecture portfolio feedback before you submit.
Your portfolio is often the first impression you make.
Whether you’re applying to architecture school, internships, university, or your first job, one weak project, confusing layout or missed opportunity could affect the outcome.
Before you press submit, get honest, professional feedback from someone who has spent more than 15 years teaching architecture students and reviewing portfolios.
As a Chartered Architect and former University Lecturer, I’ll review your portfolio with the same critical eye I used when guiding students through applications, design reviews and presentations.
My goal isn’t to change your work.
It’s to help you present your best work with confidence.
What’s Included
You’ll receive:
A personalised video review of your portfolio
Honest, constructive feedback on what’s working well
Clear, prioritised improvements to strengthen your portfolio
Practical advice you can apply immediately
Delivery within 5 working days
Portfolios should be submitted as a single PDF so I can review them in the same format used by universities and employers.
Choose Your Review
Portfolio Confidence Review™ ($149)
Perfect if you want expert feedback before submitting your portfolio.
You’ll receive:
Personalised video review
Practical recommendations for improvement
Clear next steps
Delivery within 5 working days
Portfolio Confidence Review™ + Strategy Session ($249)
Ideal if you’d like to discuss the feedback together and leave with a clear action plan. Everything included in the Portfolio Confidence Review™, plus:
30-minute private Zoom session
Opportunity to ask questions
Personalised advice for your portfolio, applications or next steps
Clear priorities for improving your work
Why Work With Me?
Over the last 15+ years I’ve taught and mentored thousands of architecture and design students.
I’ve reviewed portfolios, led university programmes, interviewed prospective students, and helped aspiring architects build the confidence and skills they need to succeed.
I know what tutors and reviewers are looking for - and I’d love to help you present your strongest work.
Currently accepting just 5 Portfolio Confidence Reviews each month to ensure every review receives the time and attention it deserves.
Book your review today and submit your portfolio with confidence, not uncertainty.
Success Story
“Thank you so much for the portfolio review. It was honestly so helpful and gave me a lot more clarity about what tutors are actually looking for. I feel much more confident about improving my portfolio now.”
Joe, UK
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“I just watched your review video and…WOW! It is incredibly detailed, informative, and easy to follow. I can’t thank you enough for the time and care you put into it. Your feedback took me back to the kinds of thinking and documentation we practised in design school, and it clarified a lot for me. I’m genuinely excited to revise my portfolio with your notes in mind.”
Mawi, USA
Refunds are not available once the service has been delivered.
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MEET THE ARTIST
Hi, I’m Sonia - architect, educator, and the artist behind Reykjavík Sketcher. I hand-draw Iceland’s architecture and landscapes, blending traditional techniques with modern minimalism. My work is inspired by the place I call home, Reykjavík, and the creative journeys of the students and women I teach.
© Sonia Nicolson. All artworks are protected by copyright. No resale, reproduction, or commercial use without permission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. Prints are shipped internationally. Shipping costs and delivery times vary depending on location and are shown at checkout.
What is your refund policy?
Artwork: Returns and exchanges are accepted within 30 days. Buyers are responsible for return postage. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Courses & Digital Products: If, within the first 30 days, you don’t feel a course, class, or masterclass is the right fit, a full refund is available.
Do you create commissioned work?
Commissions are currently open. I create custom hand-drawn architectural sketches for personal or commercial use, including logo design, advertising, and branding. Each commission is discussed individually to ensure the artwork fits your brief and intended use.
Can I purchase your art?
Yes, my prints and original artworks are available for purchase, particularly for those who want to bring a sense of Icelandic architecture and place into their homes. The print shop is popular with visitors to Iceland and collectors who appreciate architectural illustration and hand-drawn work.
Can I use your drawings for my business, marketing, or presentations?
No, not without a licence. All artworks remain the intellectual property of Sonia Nicolson. Purchasing a print or commissioning a drawing does not grant reproduction, advertising, or commercial use rights. If you would like to use any artwork for presentations, branding, social media, publications, or other commercial purposes, a separate paid licence is required. Please email hello@sonianicolson.com to request a licence quote.
What our customers say
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Great little remembrance of our trip to Iceland - JC
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It's incredibly beautiful and suits my room so well. Sonia was a delight and sent it packaged really well. Highly recommended - Angus
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Great print - a lovely reminder of our visit to Iceland many years ago. Excellent service in every way. Many thanks for everything Sonia - Lynda
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Just received this today...it is lovely, good quality paper, excellently packaged. I have already framed it and hung it on my wall - Sharron
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I requested a custom version of a print and it turned out exactly how I expected! Sonia is so kind and responsive when chatting with you. I will definitely be coming back to shop here again - Hannah
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I bought four prints (and a couple of downloads) from Sonia and they are so gorgeous!! They arrived promptly and in immaculate condition, along with a lovely note. They look absolutely gorgeous in our newly renovated home and are a wonderful reminder of one of my favourite places on the planet - Jacqueline
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Just as pictured! Very nice quality paper! Fast shipping - Laura
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I absolutely love my prints and they will look so beautiful in my little girls’ room! - Brynlee
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I really appreciate Sonia's help. She customized this print…for my Icelandic friend’s hometown. It was perfect and she loved it - Esther
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High-quality and super cute! Exactly what I wanted…We travel to Iceland next month for our wedding and I wanted the “thank you” cards for my photographer and makeup artist - Gillian
