100 Level Courses
ARTF 127/6.0 Introductory Fine Art I
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 Open only to students in a BFA Program. NOTE Materials: estimated cost $600 (includes technical skills fee of $25). LEARNING HOURS 288 (144Lb;144P) EXCLUSION No more than 6.0 units from ARTF 100/6.0; ARTF 127/6.0. EXCLUSION No more than 1 course from ARTF 101/3.0; ARTF 105/6.0; ARTF 106/3.0; ARTF 127/6.0. EXCLUSION No more than 6.0 units from ARTF 102/3.0; ARTF 110/6.0; ARTF 127/6.0. ONE‐WAY EXCLUSION May not be taken with or after: ARTF 125/6.0; ARTF 260/3.0; ARTF 265/3.0.
ARTF 128/6.0 Introductory Fine Art II
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 $250 deposit required for voluntary 2nd year field trip to New York. LEARNING HOURS 288 (144Lb;144P) PREREQUISITE A minimum grade of C‐ in ARTF 127/6.0 and a GPA of 1.60. EXCLUSION No more than 1 course from ARTF 101/3.0; ARTF 105/6.0; ARTF 106/3.0; ARTF 128/6.0. EXCLUSION No more than 6.0 units from ARTF 102/3.0; ARTF 110/6.0; ARTF 128/6.0.
200 Level Courses
ARTF 227/6.0 Intermediate Fine Art I
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) PREREQUISITE A minimum grade of C‐ in ARTF 128/6.0 and a GPA of 1.60.
ARTF 228/6.0 Intermediate Fine Art II
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) PREREQUISITE A minimum grade of C‐ in ARTF 227/6.0 and a GPA of 1.60.
300 Level Courses
ARTF 337/9.0 Advanced Programs I
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) PREREQUISITE: A minimum grade of C‐ in ARTF 228/6.0 and a GPA of 1.60.
ARTF 338/9.0 Advanced Programs II
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) PREREQUISITE A minimum grade of C‐ in ARTF 337/9.0 and a GPA of 1.60. of C‐ in ARTF 337/9.0 and a GPA of 1.60.
400 Level Courses
ARTF 447/9.0 Individual Programs I
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) PREREQUISITE Level 4 and (a GPA of 2.60 in ARTF 337/9.0 and ARTF 338/9.0) and (a grade of C‐ in ARTH 120/6.0) and (a minimum of 6.0 units in ARTH at the 200‐level) and a GPA of 1.90.
ARTF 448/9.0 Individual Programs II
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) PREREQUISITE A minimum grade of C‐ in ARTF 447/9.0.
100 Level Courses
ARTV 101/3.0 Foundations in Visual Art
A broad introduction to drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture, with an overview of contemporary and historical practices. The course is organized around hands-on workshops, requiring students to replicate technical and theoretical methods that incorporate the elements and principles of art such as line, value, space, texture, shape, form and colour theory. Students will harness fundamental studio skills to enhance their creative expression and artistic intuition while developing the ability to identify and articulate the distinctive aesthetic qualities inherent to each artistic medium.
ARTV 102/3.0 Meaning-Making Through Visual Art
An introduction to the production of meaning through art making across a range of visual media. Although different in their final forms, all works of art are the product of a series of decisions (material, formal, conceptual, cultural, political, relational) that create effects and meanings. These meanings are shaped by different perspectives and worldviews, and they shift over time or across different contexts. In this course, students will be introduced to a variety of artistic processes and use these to convey concepts gaining critical awareness of how their works engage various audiences.
200 Level Courses
ARTV 201/3.0 Foundations in 2D Media
This course explores a range of foundational techniques in 2D media. Students will experiment with historical and contemporary methods, examining the interplay between form, technique, and concepts. The skills, materials, and vocabulary that students will learn a variety of 2D media (e.g., painting, drawing, photography).
ARTV 202/3.0 Foundations in 3D Media
This course explores a range of foundational techniques in 3D media. Students will experiment with historical and contemporary methods, examining the interplay between form, technique, and concepts. The skills, materials, and vocabulary that students will learn may relate to mold-making, casting, observational sculpture, mixed-media, installation, performance, and/or earthworks.
ARTV 203/3.0 Digital Photography and Intermedia
This course explores a range of foundational techniques in intermedia. Students will experiment with historical and contemporary methods from diverse cultural contexts, examining the interplay between form, technique, and concepts. The skills and vocabulary that students will learn may relate to digital photography, scanning, editing, digital painting, sound, video, and performance, among other processes and media.
ARTV 204/3.0 Foundations in Printmaking
This course introduces students to a range of foundational techniques in printmaking, emphasizing technical proficiency and conceptual development. Students will explore historical and contemporary approaches to printmaking from diverse cultural contexts (e.g., achromatic and color techniques across relief, intaglio, lithography, and/or silkscreen processes) and investigate the expressive potential of print while critically reflecting on the unique characteristics and social role of the medium, such as reproducibility and self-publishing.
300 Level Courses
ARTV 301/3.0 Advanced 2D Media
Students will expand their abilities and develop individual practices in a range of 2D media, which may include painting and drawing, mixed media, and/or abstraction in primarily analog and some digital forms. Through studio-based research practices and by exploring historical, contemporary, western, and non-western techniques, ideas and styles, students will use their deepening theoretical knowledge and advancing artistic skills to create and discuss original works.
ARTV 302/3.0 Advanced 3D Media
Students will expand their abilities and develop individual practices in a range of 3D media, which may include sculpture, mixed-media, installation, performance, and/or earthworks. Through studio-based research practices and by exploring historical and contemporary techniques, ideas and styles, students will use their deepening theoretical knowledge and advancing artistic skills to create and discuss original works.
ARTV 303/3.0 Advanced Intermedia
Students will expand their abilities and develop individual practices in intermedia by engaging a range of contemporary, western, and non-western techniques and processes such as chroma key, code-based image manipulation, AI-generated imagery, digital negatives, web-based platforms, site-specific installations, performative practices, and prototyping, among others. Through studio-based research, they will use their deepening theoretical knowledge and advancing artistic skills to create and discuss original works.
ARTV 304/3.0 Advanced Printmaking I: Silkscreen and Woodcut
Students will expand their abilities and develop individual practices in silkscreen and woodcut by experimenting with techniques which may include photomechanical processes, reductive printing, posterization and colour separations. Through studio-based research and by exploring historical and contemporary techniques, ideas, and styles, students will use their deepening theoretical knowledge and advancing artistic skills to create and discuss original works.
ARTV 305/3.0 Advanced Printmaking II: Intaglio and Lithography
Students will expand their abilities and develop individual practices in intaglio and lithographic printing by experimenting with manual and photo-mechanical processes, such as drypoint, etching, mezzotint, cyanotype, photogravure, à la poupée, and stone or waterless lithography. Through studio-based research and by exploring historical and contemporary techniques, ideas, and styles, students will use their deepening theoretical knowledge and advancing artistic skills to create and discuss original works.
400 Level Courses
ARTV 400/3.0 Directed Major Studio Project and Professional Practices
Students will develop a unique body of artworks in the media of their choice. Through studio-based research, experimentation, iterative processes, and critiques with faculty and their peers, they will develop and refine their own creative practice, including important professional skills such as time management, self-direction, and effective communication. The course culminates in a public presentation of students' completed work.
Visual Art Courses for non-Visual Arts students
Please note the following courses may not be offered every year. Please check SOLUS course listings for current offerings.
PLEASE NOTE: Visual Art Courses ARTF102 & ARTF265 for non-Visual Arts students are offered by the Faculty of Education. These courses are only available to students in the Concurrent Education program. We are unable to give Departmental permission to enrol in these courses under any circumstances.
100 Level Courses
ARTF 101/3.0 Fundamentals of Drawing and Painting
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 BFAH students may not enrol in this course. LEARNING HOURS 144 (48Lb;96P) RECOMMENDATION ARTH 120/6.0. A survey course in Art History provides increased visual literacy at the studio level. Previous experience in painting and drawing is highly recommended.
ARTF 125/3.0 Introduction to Studio Art in Printmaking
Designed to appeal to studio novice and seasoned artist alike, this course seeks to foster a broad understanding of historical and contemporary printmaking processes, through hands on studio assisted projects. These will cover lithography, etching relief, book binding, hand transfer and photo-digital etching. Overall emphasis is on experimentation and exploration of imagery. Not available for credit towards a B.F.A. program. NOTE Materials: estimated cost $100. RECOMMENDATION Some drawing experience. ONE-WAY EXCLUSION May not be taken with or after: ARTF 227/6.0.
200 Level Courses
ARTF 275/3.0 Digital Media in Studio Practice
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) PREREQUISITE Level 2 or above.