In Foundation Visual Arts, you will:
- Fine-tune your creativity with a preparatory program that teaches drawing, colour study, creative process, art history, design, and writing for designers and makers.
- Develop dexterity and visual problem solving with hands-on, project-based curriculum.
- Document your work and prepare your professional portfolio – a must-have for artists and designers when applying for grants, scholarships and further study.
- Virtually explore a selection of our studios to help determine your direction for the future.
- Use your foundational skills to excel in any of our specialized Diploma programs in the following year.
Duration
1 Year | 2 Semesters | September-April
Location
Foundation Visual Arts is offered in Fredericton, at the College, and in Saint John at the Saint John Arts Centre. You’ll find both options in the online application.
Interested in finding out more?
Contact: The Registrar’s Office, toll free, 1-877-400-1107 or email nbccdrecruiting@gnb.ca
Areas of Study
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- Skill Development (Fine Craft, Applied Design and Visual Arts Practice)
- Elements and Principles of Design
- Creative Process and Visual Problem Solving
- Drawing From Observation
- Historical Trends and Contemporary Theory
- English Language Skills
- Basic Business Practices and Digital Photography
Career Possibilities
FVA prepares you for further study in one of NBCCD’s studio Diploma programs or at other leading visual art or design institutions in Canada and beyond.
Admission Requirements
- Application Fee
- Successfully completed - High School Diploma, GED, Adult High School Diploma
- OR Equivalent experience
- Portfolio Submission: Portfolio Requirements
Apply Now
Apply Here: Canadian Students
Apply Here: International Students
Go to the Admission Requirements to learn more. This page will also provide more details and info on where to mail your transcript of marks, cash, cheques and/or money order.
Drawing Studio
Texture Study Sculptures
Instructor Marcus Kingston in 3D Design
Design Studio
