Program Description Learn the Fundamentals of Art: You'll get classical instruction in the fundamentals of art such as: Life drawing Painting Sculpture Two-dimensional design Technical drawing Join the Creative Community The Art Fundamentals program emphasizes studio work. You'll produce art from the first day of class, gaining practical skills while discovering your strengths and your preferences. You'll also have the opportunity to explore many options for further study and careers in the visual arts. By the end of the year you'll have a body of work and the beginnings of an artistic identity.
Transfer Opportunities: Your Art Fundamentals certificate will qualify you for more advanced programs. At Sheridan, you'll be considered for admission to Visual and Creative Arts. In addition, students who complete Art Fundamentals with a GPA of 3.5 will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Fine Arts program at OCAD University and the BA program at Brock University.
Additional Information: Like all of Sheridan's visual arts programs, the Art Fundamentals program is highly regarded for its rigorous, hands-on training.
Many students who complete the Art Fundamentals program go on to further study in the artistic specialty of their preference. Some students gain entry-level employment in jobs that require basic visual arts skills.
Note: Art Fundamentals students are required, as part of the curriculum, to study life drawing. This regularly includes drawing the nude figure and the study of human anatomy.
