The Visual Arts Program will provide you with the hands-on training and studio experience to develop as an artist. Your teachers have expertise in a variety of visual art forms and will help harness your creativity and hone your artistic skills. In addition to the practical training, you will learn about the cultural and historical aspects of art. You will graduate with strong visual expression skills, an appreciation of creative processes and a comprehensive portfolio of artwork.
Dawson College is fortunate to be located in a flourishing cultural environment, close to museums, galleries and artist-run centres. This provides a dynamic context for the Visual Arts Program, where our professors instruct, mentor and support students in their artistic development. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Applicants must have a Diploma of Secondary Studies (DES) or equivalent, including Secondary V Language of Instruction, Secondary V Second Language, Secondary IV Science, Secondary IV Mathematics, and Secondary IV History. Students with a DES missing any of the above subjects may be admitted, space permitting, but may be required to complete remedial courses. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | Eligible applicants will be interviewed and are required to present a portfolio. The portfolio should include an assortment of original artworks realized in high school art courses, art centres or through personal experimentation. Sculptural work, large paintings and media work can be presented in digital format (USB key or other) or in printed colour copies. The portfolio should include 10 to 15 artworks in at least two different media, such as: larger drawings from observation and imagination, paintings (figurative and abstract), traditional or digital prints, collage work, sculpture and ceramics, and Media based artwork. The sketchbook should include a variety of sketches that visually explore ideas and/or depict forms from reality or from imagination. Visual journals are also welcomed. |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.