Bachelor of Arts in Visual Art

St. Francis Xavier University

Visual Art is a powerful means of communicating social, political, and spiritual ideologies. Our goal in the Art Department is to teach StFX students the importance of understanding images. From the history of art, spanning centuries of artistic achievement to contemporary self-expression in the studio, StFX offers students an exciting learning environment led by art historians and professional artists.StFX is unique in offering Studio Art courses to all students, regardless of previous experience. No portfolio is required. Studio Art courses are taught by professional artists who have a profound working knowledge of their respective media. You will learn and master a wide array of creative techniques and explore drawing, printmaking, painting, ceramics, textiles, photography and filmmaking to understand the fundamental principles of visual culture.