The Fundamental Arts program develops and enhances artistic skills through courses in art history, drawing, design, animation, and digital photography. Students explore mediums such as lino-printing, etching, sculpture, collage, acrylic, and watercolour paint. Strong emphasis is placed on learning the basics of effective design and improving drawing skills. The program helps students build a professional portfolio and prepares them for a future in the visual arts or further education. Located at the Charlottetown Centre (Prince of Wales Campus).
Prerequisites: Grade 12 or equivalent with credits at or above the general level, Submission of a portfolio, Résumé including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, membership in groups, associations or athletics, awards and distinctions, and any other information about yourself relevant to the program, Portfolio of 7-10 original works in at least 3 mediums, Resume or CV, Letter of Intent (essay max 250 words or video), 4 observational drawing artworks (still life, figure drawing, value study, perspective drawing), 2 colour theory artworks, 2-5 personal original works