Visual arts education plays a vital role in the development of individuals and society. It offers numerous benefits, ranging from personal growth to societal impact. Below are some key reasons why visual arts education is important:
Visual arts education nurtures creativity, which is essential not only in the arts but also in problem-solving, innovation, and critical thinking. Students are encouraged to think outside the box, experiment with new ideas, and express themselves in unique ways.
Artists often face challenges and obstacles while creating their work, which requires them to think critically and solve problems. Whether it's finding a solution to a technical issue or interpreting an abstract idea, the visual arts teach students how to approach and resolve problems creatively.
In an increasingly image-driven world, visual literacy is crucial. Visual arts education helps students understand how to interpret, analyze, and respond to images and visual media. This skill is valuable in areas such as media, advertising, and even technology, where visuals often convey complex messages.
Through visual arts, students learn to communicate their ideas effectively. Art allows for non-verbal expression and can help students develop a deeper understanding of how to convey messages to others, even in contexts beyond the classroom.
Creating art requires patience, attention to detail, and perseverance. As students work on their projects, they learn to focus their energy and develop a strong sense of discipline and dedication. These qualities can benefit students in other academic subjects and in life.
Visual arts education is not only about learning how to draw or paint; it’s about developing a broad range of skills that contribute to personal and societal growth. It encourages creativity, emotional well-being, and critical thinking while fostering a deeper understanding of culture and communication.
This course is exploratory in nature, offering an overview of visual arts as a foundation for further study. Students will become familiar with the elements and principles of design and the expressive qualities of various materials by using a range of media, processes, techniques, and styles. Students will use the creative and critical analysis processes and will interpret art within a personal, contemporary, and historical context.
Prerequisite: None
This course enables students to develop their skills in producing and presenting art by introducing them to new ideas, materials, and processes for artistic exploration and experimentation. Students will apply the elements and principles of design when exploring the creative process. Students will use the critical analysis process to reflect on and interpret art within a personal, contemporary, and historical context.
Prerequisite: None
This course emphasizes learning through practice. It specifically targets studio skills, providing opportunities for participants to develop their technical skills, while incorporating art history and criticism as resource material. Students will explore the principles and elements of design through a variety of media, while simultaneously developing an appreciation of career opportunities and the artwork of crafts artisans.
Prerequisite: None
This course enables students to further develop their knowledge and skills in visual arts. Students will use the creative process to explore a wide range of themes through studio work that may include drawing, painting, sculpting, and printmaking, as well as the creation of collage, multimedia works, and works using emerging technologies. Students will use the critical analysis process when evaluating their own work and the work of others. The course may be delivered as a comprehensive program or through a program focused on a particular art form (e.g. photography, video, computer graphics, information design).
Prerequisite: AVI 1O1 or AVI 2O1
This course explores the realm of producing art with a client in mind. Various areas of applied design will be investigated including product design, information design, interior and/or stage/set design, and fashion design. Students will be required to develop unique solutions for creative problems while utilizing the design process. As well, students will acquire the ability to analyse and assess what is an effective design, whether it be their own work or the work of other designers, past and present.
Prerequisite: AVI 1O1 or AVI 2O1
This course provides each student with an introduction to the basic concepts of digital imaging as applied to photography. With hands-on experience using applicable technology, modern developments will be presented which have led to the present applications of digital imaging which combine traditional photographic ideas with electronic media. The student will have the opportunity to learn how to operate image manipulation software using a variety of scanning equipment, software tools and output devices by executing new assignments and applying these technologies to their photographic process.
Prerequisite: None
This course focuses on enabling students to refine their use of the creative process when creating and presenting two- and three-dimensional art works using a variety of traditional and emerging media and technologies. Students will use the critical analysis process to deconstruct art works and explore connections between art and society. The studio program enables students to explore a range of materials, processes, and techniques that can be applied in their own art production. Students will also make connections between various works of art in personal, contemporary, historical, and cultural contexts.
Prerequisite: AVI 3M1
This course focuses on enabling students to refine their use of the creative process when creating and presenting two- and three-dimensional art works using a variety of traditional and emerging media and technologies. Students will use the critical analysis process to deconstruct art works and explore connections between art and society. The studio program enables students to explore a range of materials, processes, and techniques that can be applied in their own art production. Students will also make connections between various works of art in personal, contemporary, historical, and cultural contexts. This course focuses on Visual Design.
Prerequisite: AWD 3M1
This course will focus on the refinement of skills and knowledge in photography. Students will analyse different photographic art forms and increase their understanding of changes in Western and Canadian Art and art form from around the world. Students will produce a portfolio that highlights their skill in photography as a visual art form. Emphasis will be on the demonstration of a personal style and approach to photography. Emphasis will also be placed on the different forms of photography; traditional and digital through thematic work to reflect a mastery of technique and skill.
Prerequisite: AWQ 3M1