Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design

Today, the visual arts represent an unlimited range of disciplines and practices. Ever shifting cultural contexts construct and communicate meaning in diverse ways. The emphasis of art making is as much on process as on product; the materials are both traditional and experimental. In Visual Arts, students develop understanding and awareness in the visual arts through the study of theory and history in tandem with the application of technical processes. Visual Arts offers a flexible program of courses in the areas of ceramics, drawing, painting, print media, mixed media sculpture, digital visual arts, and interschool practices. Classes, studios, and workshops encourage students to explore and develop expertise in a number of disciplines. The curriculum provides a forum for students to develop art-making practices through exposure to and experimentation with intellectual theories and concepts. Students may concentrate their studies in one or more specific media, or work in an interdisciplinary manner within Visual Arts or elsewhere in Emily Carr Institute. The synthesis of technical processes with the creative, expressive, and critical aspects of artistic practices is fundamental to all areas of Visual Arts. Students develop fluency in a variety of disciplines and approaches through structured courses and assigned projects at the introductory level. Senior students work in dedicated studio spaces on self-directed projects. Instruction includes presentations, lectures, group critiques, discussions, and one-on-one tutorials with faculty members. The student\'s peer community provides additional support and the opportunity for ongoing critical exchange. Participation in related activities such as field trips, visiting artists\' talks, and exhibition mounting contribute to the student\'s education experience. Graduates think creatively and analytically, communicate effectively, and are able to work with materials as form and content in innovative ways. The development of a practice as an independent artist is one possible outcome; however, as we live in an increasingly visual world, professional applications of a graduate\'s skills can be found in galleries and museums, film and multimedia, and teaching and communications.

The global community constantly redefines itself with design at the forefront. As communication and economic exchange throughout the world intensifies, the need for design innovation increases in subtle and profound ways. Design embraces change and prepares its students to anticipate and address the needs of tomorrow. Our educational emphasis on design process develops designers who thrive on shifting terrain and who are highly cognizant of the wider social, economic, and political implications of their work. Design offers a rigorous, integrated educational experience including interdisciplinary, co-operative, and collaborative project opportunities. Following a Foundation program within or outside of Emily Carr Institute, students select one of two programs: Communication Design or Industrial Design. In both programs, students begin their explorations by developing competencies in verbal and visual literacy, with an emphasis on process, communication, and critical skills. Assigned projects develop historical awareness to inform research, conceptualization, visualization, and form- giving. During the senior years, students refine these abilities while exploring past and contemporary design issues, theories, and business practices. In the final year, students initiate independent projects that represent a synthesis of all conceptual, analytical, and technical abilities acquired throughout their studies at Emily Carr Institute. Upon graduation, students command the skills and knowledge to pursue graduate studies or to become leaders in their chosen design profession as independent consultants, entrepreneurs, or employees. Graduates have a range of expertise and interests that determine their selection of occupation within the fields of soft, electronic, medical product and furniture design for production, innovative wood products, information design, way-finding, exhibit design, packaging design, publication design, type design, corporate communications, promotion and publicity, advertising, multimedia, and design for film and television.

Our lives are continually being recorded and shaped by mechanical devices. Through still photography and moving image and sound, identities are created, memories are constructed and culture is illuminated. At the birth of the new millennium access to information is accelerating beyond conventional means of comprehension. Media forms are evolving to keep pace and provide a context for meaning. Media Arts recognizes the importance of integrating technical and aesthetic education within a defined historical and critical framework. The programs are structured to present in-context technical instruction, illustrated through in-depth critiques, mentoring, co-op opportunities and extensive hands-on experience. Graduates in Media Arts pursue successful careers in film, video, animation, sound design, digital media, photography, or interdisciplinary practices. They are familiar with their chosen media and its historical development and are well versed in related media processes. They are informed citizens of the contemporary world: community-based, imaginative, and thoughtful. Being both independent visionaries and skilled collaborators, they may pursue further studies at the graduate level, become applied artists, communicators, or entertainers - but above all, they are prepared to make significant contributions to their communities and culture.

Are you planning to study at an art school in an English speaking country? Are you planning a career as an international artist? Emily Carr Institute’s Summer Program is the ideal step toward your goals. English for Visual Artists: * Is an intensive art and English program to develop your drawing, painting and English language skills. * Is for non-English speaking students who are interested in becoming artists to pursue their education or career in the international market. * Focuses on the language used in art-making and art criticism. The program includes: * An intensive 4-week program, Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm daily * 3 hours of English language instruction in the mornings focusing on the language used in art-making and art criticism * 3 hours of drawing and painting instruction in the afternoon focusing on contemporary art practice * Great facilities and location on Granville Island, a centre for art and theatre in Vancouver * Organized field trips around Vancouver including the Vancouver Art Gallery, the Contemporary Art Gallery, the South Granville Galleries and various sites around the city. * 27 hours of class per week (one afternoon free each week for personal English or art practice) Class sizes are small; there is a maximum of 16 students per class. This program is intended for non-native English speaking artists with formal training in drawing or painting. Students must be 18 years or older.