Electives
Victoria's weather allows for year-round Plein Air painting in our sculpture yard
Our professors are always ready and available to discuss your work
Our program fosters both critical thinking and creative practice
Our instructors are always prepared to engage with students in surprising ways
Enhance your degree . . . and your life
There are enormous benefits to developing your skills as an artist, whatever your field of study. Not only does an art practice increase creativity and your ability for visual analysis, but it can also enhance critical thinking and entrepreneurial insight. Our hands-on approach to art-making allows you to learn from your mistakes and explore ways to improve on your next project — essential skills for almost any professional practice, as well as life itself.
We offer a wide range of electives that will show you how to go from conception to creation, whether you’re interested in practicing art as an addition to studies in another area, are considering adding a Visual Arts minor to your degree or are thinking about becoming a Visual Arts major.
Non-majors can consider classes like
- contemporary art photography
- hands-on explorations of drawing & colour
- an introduction to observational drawing or,
- a look at the world of contemporary visual art
These other popular courses are required for anyone considering Visual Arts as either a major or a minor, but are also open to non-majors:
- drawing & painting
- sculpture
- photography & video art
- core media technologies
- contemporary art theory
Questions? Fine Arts students can meet with our Academic Advisor in room 119 of the Fine Arts building, or simply email the Fine Arts advisor.
If you're a student outside of Fine Arts, you should consult with your own advising office.