Fine Craft

For thousands of years, functional and stylish handcrafted objects have been made in Asia, Europe and among our own First Nations people.

Today, not only is modern Canadian fine craft influenced by this rich history, it has established a strong presence on the international scene. Many craftspeople also see their work as a counterpoint to an increasingly industrialized society, celebrating important personal values in the beauty of a hand-made object.

Here you will experience a learning environment that focuses on designing and producing fine craft, in various media. This work is invariably cutting-edge and reflects the highest standards of workmanship. So you’ll be encouraged to create original work that is innovative in creativity, its vision and use of materials.

In our Diploma program you’ll choose a studio major – Ceramics, Jewellery and Metal Arts, or Textiles (this includes book-making, felt-making, paper-making, surface design and weaving). Course work will reflect your own creativity and demonstrate both your critical abilities and your craftsmanship.