Fine Arts

Programmes in Fine Arts

To be an artist is to be burdened and blessed with the “freedom of no choice!” The need to express oneself through art is as essential to the visual artist as food and water. That need only deepens with the passage of time. Art is continually being redefined. Warnborough recognises that much of the work defined as “art” in the history of art, is comprised of crafts and minor arts. Hence, the Warnborough studio art program welcomes artisans as well as fine artists into its graduate programs. Warnborough also recognizes Photography as a fine arts form. Any reference to “fine arts” is meant to include photography.

The MFA in Studio Art or Photography qualifies the graduate to work as a professional artist in numerous arenas, depending upon the graduate’s area(s) of expertise. Professional opportunities might include: Fine arts, Graphic arts, Illustration, Fashion, interior design, Advertising and Teaching (which may require additional credentials).

Master of Fine Arts recipients are also qualified to work in a variety of employment capacities in Arts Administration, Program Development, Travel and Tourism.

MFA students may also work in museums, galleries and a host of arts organizations. The MFA program familiarises students on the business of being an artist.

Program Structure

MFA students will be required to complete a minimum of 140 ECTS credits, which include an independent MFA Project(s) and/or Exhibition. Compulsory and elective modules must be equivalent at the 700 level or above.

The program is open to individuals who hold a BFA degree. Those holding a BA degree in another discipline may also apply, however they will most likely need to take some additional introductory level modules to prepare themselves for the program. All applicants must submit a portfolio.

14 modules (112 credits)
MFA Exhibit and/or Project* (28 credits)
* This will be developed by the student with oversight and guidance by the Mentor.

The following modules are compulsory: (6 modules, 8 credits each, total of 48 credits)

1. ART 701 Studio Methods, Practices and Procedures for Professional Artists
2. ART 702 Critical Terminology for Professional Artists
3. ART 703 The Business of Being an Artist
4. ART 704 Topics in Critical Analysis for Fine Arts Majors
5. ART 705 Building a Professional Portfolio
6. ART 706 Western Cultural Art History for MFA Students OR
   ART 707 Non-Western Cultural Art History for MFA Students OR
   ART 708 History of Photography for MFA Students
7. ART 707 Non-Western Cultural Art History for MFA Students OR
   ART 708 History of Photography for MFA Students

The following modules are elective: (8 modules, 8 credits each, total of 64 credits)

1. A Choice of 7 modules in or directly related to the major area of fine arts emphasis;
2. A Choice of 1 module outside of the major area of fine arts emphasis.

• DRAWING
• PAINTING
• SCULPTURE
• DIGITAL ART
• GRAPHIC DESIGN
• BUILDING A PORTFOLIO
• GOUACHE
• DECORATIVE ARTS
• INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
• DRY PASTELS I
• SMALL SCALE METAL CONSTRUCTION I
• LIFE DRAWING I
• TEXTILE ART I
• OIL PAINTING I
• ACRYLIC PAINTING I
• ADVANCED THREE-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN
• WATERCOLOURS I
• ASSEMBLAGE
• PAINTING II
• ADVANCED DIGITAL ART I
• STUDIO METHODS, PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES
• THE BUSINESS OF BEING AN ARTIST
• DESIGNING AND EXECUTING AN EXHIBIT
• PAINTING: THEORIES AND PRACTICES
• ART RESTORATION: THEORY AND PRACTICE
• STUDIES IN PORTRAITURE AND SELF-PORTRAITURE
• HUMAN FIGURE
• PRINTMAKING
• STUDIES IN GRAPHIC DESIGN ART
• STUDIES IN THE LANDSCAPE
• FAN PAINTING – TRADITIONAL METHODS
• CHINESE PAINTING TECHNIQUES
• MINIATURE PAINTING
• EXPERIMENTAL PAINTING FORMS
• SCREEN PAINTING
• MARINE ART
• TRADITIONAL TEMPERA