Indigenous Art - Art Studio
Credentials available
- Bachelor of Fine Arts - Indigenous Art (Art Studio)
Campus
- Lethbridge
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Program description
Be inspired by art and visual culture, and make your mark on the world. Work with active artists and scholars as you pursue your professional and creative goals in a collaborative environment.
The Indigenous Art (Art Studio) program provides undergraduate students the opportunity to pursue in-depth exploration of indigeneity, land use, and post-colonial theory in contemporary art. Develop your voice as an independent artist or arts professional through an intensive studio experience exploring technical, aesthetic and theoretical studies necessary to pursue contemporary art.
Receive instruction in a range of methods and materials in drawing, painting, photography, installation art, performance art, spatial practices, printmaking, media, and electronic art. Senior students pursue self-directed studio work in a capstone course supported by faculty members of their choice.
Work-Integrated Learning
You have full access to co-operative education, international exchanges, independent and applied studies as well as volunteer opportunities. uLethbridge is the only university in Alberta to offer co-operative education to all majors, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Professional Development
Gain professional art gallery experience through exhibition and curatorial opportunities in the University of Lethbridge Art Gallery, the Student Art Gallery, Penny Gallery, and in the broader Lethbridge arts community.
Internship Opportunities
Expand your experiences and gain new perspectives beyond the art gallery and classroom. Focus on areas such as exhibition organization and installation, collections management and public programming. Learn more.
Possible careers
- Artist
- Art Restoration
- Art Therapy
- Artifact Preservation
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Museum Curator
- Painter
- Photographer
- Arts Management
- Community Organizer
- Fine Art Appraisal
- Art Education
- Art Consulting
- Architecture
Some of these careers require additional education. Students may also choose to continue their education at the MFA or PhD level.
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Admission requirements
For admission, Canadian high school students in Alberta must have completed five of the following courses with a minimum 65% average across them:
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Not a Canadian high school student in Alberta? Find your admission requirements here
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The guidance and instruction I have received from the uLethbridge’s amazing practicing artists and the freedom of having my own studio space has helped me with my goal to promote and preserve my culture through art. This program, and instructors, has encouraged me to utilize my personal cultural history, allowing me to gain a deep appreciation and respect for it. Art has the power to influence change, advocate progress, and inspire future generations of artists. - Sheila Shaw
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Additional information
4 Years
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- Metal shop with foundry, forge and CNC plasma cutter
- Individual studios for senior students
- Modern woodshop, ceramic, plaster and textile studios
- Bronze and aluminum foundry
- Digital fabrication and Data Physicalization lab includes CNC router and 3D printer
- Printmaking studios with Boss Laser Engraver
- Digital media studio with 3D and large format printer
- Photography & camera obscura studio with full wet darkroom
- Painting and drawing studios
- Exhibition, installation & experimental spaces
- Sewing studio and loom
- University of Lethbridge Art Gallery
- Student Art Gallery
- Penny Gallery in downtown Lethbridge
- Excellent technical support and mentorship provided
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Art (Art Studio)
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Indigenous Art (Art History / Museum Studies)
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Art (Art History/Museum Studies)
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Art/Bachelor of Education or Bachelor of Arts (Art) /Bachelor of Education
Bachelor of Arts (Art) or Bachelor of Arts & Science (Art)
Bachelor of Arts (Art)/Bachelor of Management
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