Master of Fine Arts - Painting

University of Alberta

Our program recognizes painting as an enduring, vital practice with its own history and culture of signification and craft. Building on this foundational understanding, we encourage students to work within a broad spectrum of conceptual and material exploration in order to realize their personal vision. Visual literacy developed in the painting program contributes to a richer understanding of the world and offers creative opportunities to engage with it.Important professional and life skills delivered in our program include critical thinking and creative problem solving.Communication skills acquired in group and individual critiques help students develop the ability to articulate ideas about both tangible and abstract concepts.Project course work in painting teaches students to conduct research and organize visual information effectively.