Faculty of Continuing Studies News

The Summer Institute for Teens provides students with an introduction to the rigorous full–time study of art, design and media in a four–week, hands–on, studio–based program.

This program is ideal for students who want to develop both a portfolio and a set of core skills in preparation for post–secondary training in art or design and get a taste of university life. Hands–on studio practice is complemented by discussion, in–class critique, visits to Vancouver art galleries and participation in a public exhibition.

The Summer Institute for Teens culminates with a public exhibition in Emily Carr’s Concourse Gallery, showcasing student work completed during the program.

Emily Carr's Continuing Studies is pleased to announce funding from the Ministry of Advanced Education, Innovation and Technology for Skills Development.  These funds are applied to short-term training activities which support the priorities identified in the BC Jobs Plan and Skills and Training Plan.

Continuing Studies will use these funds to  deliver a fully funded cohort of Interaction Design Essentials for those who are unemployed or underemployed.

Urban Access is a free, four-week all ages (15-100) intensive art and design program that blends studio instruction with cultural studies modules and field trips.

Fifteen participants will be selected to learn traditional forms of art including Carving, Drum Making, Cedar Basketry, Beadwork, Moose Hair Tufting and Form Line Design. In addition, the program includes cultural studies, visual communication, guest artist talks, and field trips to galleries and museums. The program is ideal for students who are interested in learning in an intergenerational environment, and who are committed to sharing the knowledge they gain with others.

This Summer Continuing Studies has some great new ways for you to spend your time. Offering exciting events and exhibitions, we’re also introducing new outdoor courses that include a drawing intensive under the balmy skies of the Okanagan.

For the first time, we are offering an en plein air course in collaboration with UBC farm. This very special course, Bootcamp II: Landscape and Nature - En Plein Air uses inspiration from the natural environment that flourishes in and around the UBC farm, including a Hemlock forest, orchards, cultivated fields and exquisite flora and fauna.

The Leeway is an open, multi-disciplinary resourced studio space for artists and designers at Emily Carr University of Art + Design. Launched in October 2012, The Leeway offers studio space for the general public as well as Emily Carr alumni, staff and faculty.

Leeway member Colette Gagnon shares her experience as a member and the benefits of connecting with a community of like-minded members and technicians.

Continuing Studies gives the public access to Emily Carr’s unique facilities and faculty, including state-of-the-art technology and studio spaces. From beginners trying something new to experienced designers and artists, Continuing Studies provides a wide variety of enthusiasts a place to get creative and work with their hands and minds in the studio. The variety of student ages, backgrounds and skill levels contributes to a fun and dynamic learning environment, giving students the opportunity to learn new skills in a welcoming atmosphere.

This semester, we are excited to offer a variety of original programming for both new and returning students. Some of these new offerings include expansion in our fashion, sculpture and painting departments through:

Summer is slowly coming to an end, which means the fall semester of Emily Carr’s Continuing Studies is fast approaching!

Fall Registration Now Open!
Check out what is new for fall in our brand new Fall 2012 course calendar! Registration opened July 17 - so hurry and register to make sure you get a spot in the class you want.

The Summer Institute for Teens provides students with an introduction to the rigorous full-time study of art, design and media in a four-week, hands-on, studio-based program. This pre-university program is ideal for those students who want to develop both a portfolio and a set of core skills in preparation for post-secondary training in art or design. Hands-on studio practice is complemented by discussion, in-class critique, visits to Vancouver art galleries. The program allows students access to the faculty and facilities at Emily Carr, giving them a head start in terms of critical understanding as well as the opportunity to learn about techniques and technology that they would otherwise have limited access to.

Registration for Spring 2012 Continuing Studies courses, workshops and certificate programs is open now. Courses begin throughout January and February 2012, and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Check the Course Calendar for over 180 ways to spark your creativity!

Highlights include expanded courses in sculpture and metal, new advanced and elective studio courses in drawing, painting, and illustration, and teen workshops in painting, digital photography, and architectural design. Visit the Continuing Studies page for more information.

Advanced Study Certificates are an expansion of the popular Certificate in Fine Art Techniques (CEFA). The CEFA program offers an introduction to contemporary issues in art, and the materials, techniques, and skills fundamental to fine art practice. To date, over 700 students have completed CEFA, and a significant number of graduates return to take additional courses in their area of concentration. The Advanced Study Certificate is a way to meet the needs of these students by building a robust pathway of advanced study in areas in which Continuing Studies already offer a significant numbers of courses.