A basic introduction to the principles of line and form, intended as a foundation for further studies in the visual arts.
NOTE Offered during Spring-Summer Sessions only. Not available for credit towards a B.F.A. program.
NOTE    Materials: estimated cost $100.

A foundation course aimed at developing basic skills in drawing and painting, embracing a variety of subjects, materials and techniques.
NOTE Materials: estimated cost: $300.
NOTE Not available for credit towards a BFA program
LEARNING HOURS 144 (48Lb;96P)

A foundation course in drawing and sculpture aimed at examining the visual, tactile and structural characteristics of various materials in relation to 3 dimensional space.
NOTE Materials: estimated cost: $250.
NOTE Only available to students in the Faculty of Education
LEARNING HOURS 144 (48Lb;96P)

This survey course introduces various Printmaking techniques including monoprint, relief, etching, digital and hybrid methods. Students focus on applying the various methods to personal research interests to create original print based imagery that demonstrates formal, conceptual, historical and contemporary consideration.
NOTE BFAH students may not enrol in this course.
NOTE Materials: estimated cost $100.
RECOMMENDATION Some drawing experience.

A foundation course that offers two of the sections from the four media areas available at this level: painting, drawing, two-dimensional fundamentals, and three-dimensional fundamentals. One class per week will be devoted to learning safe procedures and technical skills in the wood-shop. There will be a half-day WHMIS safety training workshop.
NOTE Materials: estimated cost $600 (includes technical skills fee of $25).
LEARNING HOURS 288 (144Lb;144P).

A continuation of ARTF 127/6.0, this course offers two of the sections from the media available at this level: painting, drawing, two-dimensional fundamentals, and three-dimensional fundamentals.
NOTE Open only to students in a BFA Program.
NOTE Materials: estimated cost $600
NOTE A $250 deposit is required by students who intend on participating in the voluntary 2nd year field trip to New York.
LEARNING HOURS 288 (144Lb;144P)

This course offers two of the sections from the four media areas available at this level: painting, drawing, print media and sculpture. Course content builds on concepts developed in ARTF127/6.0 and ARTF128/6.0. New techniques, skills and concepts are introduced.
NOTE Open only to students in a BFA Program.
NOTE The voluntary field trip to New York is highly recommended; the estimated cost is $700.
NOTE Materials: estimated cost $400.
LEARNING HOURS 288 (144Lb;144P)

This course offers two of the sections from the four media areas available at this level: painting, drawing, print media and sculpture. Course content builds on concepts developed in ARTF127/6.0 and ARTF128/6.0. New techniques, skills and concepts are introduced.
NOTE Open only to students in a BFA Program.
NOTE Materials: estimated cost $400.
LEARNING HOURS 288 (144Lb;144P)

Non-B.F.A. students work with media, techniques and strategies of contemporary and earlier artists. Coursework includes drawing, painting, and studio visits. Discussion on artists' writings on studio practice/theory, and art practice as research. Emphasis on understanding process rather than skill development.
NOTE Materials/field trip: estimated cost $150-200.

An intermediate studio practice course exploring the practical and pedagogical aspects of print-based artwork, processes and strategies, as well as the resulting theoretical implications that have accompanied recent technological changes in production and distribution.
NOTE Only available to students in the Faculty of Education.
NOTE Materials estimated cost: $200.
RECOMMENDATION ARTH 120/6.0.

In this introductory studio e-course, students will examine the current nature of digital media practices in relation to Contemporary Art. Through studio research, students will explore the context of digital practices and theories, and its effect on the production of images and objects within the digital landscape.
NOTE Only offered online. Consult Arts and Science Online.
LEARNING HOURS 120 (60O;60P)

In this advanced course students select one media choice from these areas: paint media, sculpture/new media or print media.
NOTE Open only to students in a BFA Program.
NOTE Materials: estimated cost $350.
LEARNING HOURS 324 (144Lb;180P)

In this second advanced-level course students choose two media sections from these areas: paint, media, sculpture/new media, or print media. The media area chosen must be different from that studied in ARTF 337/9.0. The course will include seminars introducing elements of professional practice.
NOTE Open only to students in a BFA Program.
NOTE Materials: estimated cost $350.
LEARNING HOURS 324 (144Lb;180P)

In fourth year, each student must submit a proposal for an individual program of creative exploration and research. This can be based on one or more of the following areas: painting, print media, 3-D media. Instruction at this level is through individual tutorials and critiques, although all students will meet once a week for a common seminar.
NOTE Open only to students in a BFA Program.
NOTE Materials: estimated cost $50 to $150.
LEARNING HOURS 309 (9S;12I;288P)

In fourth year, each student must submit a proposal for an individual program of creative exploration and research. This can be based on one or more of the following areas: painting, printmedia, 3-D media. Instruction at this level is through individual tutorials and critiques, although all students will meet once a week for a common seminar.
NOTE Open only to students in a BFA Program.
NOTE Materials: estimated cost $50 to $150.
LEARNING HOURS 309 (9S;12I;288P)