Fine Art (Pathway)
Delve into the world of creativity with our Fine Art pathway. This program offers an in-depth exploration of various artistic techniques and mediums, helping you develop your unique artistic portfolio.
The study of fine art is integral to all our vibrant and exciting Art and Design courses. Initially, you will acquire a broad art and design skill base, developing briefs and ideas via photography, fashion and textiles, 3D, fine art and graphics, trying new techniques and approaches to widen your creative perspective and thoroughly prepare you for your chosen specialist field of Fine Art.
To enhance your studies, you will have access to fantastic, industry-standard facilities such as a Commercial Graphics Studio and Photography Studio equipped with IMac computers, 3D Modelling and & Animation Suite with Adobe Creative Cloud, Fashion, Textiles and 3D Design Studios with a 3D printer and laser cutter as well as individual fine art spaces.
Artists and practitioners come to College to talk about their work and experience. We work with galleries, universities and businesses to ensure you have the opportunity to showcase your work. Our annual End of Year Show gives you the opportunity to display your best work in a professional environment.
At Level 3 in Year 1, you will study a range of arts disciplines to give you a broad understanding of the arts and attributes to the creative process. In Year 2, you will specialise in your chosen pathway (Graphics) which will allow you to explore and develop your skills and knowledge central to that area. The Graphics specialist pathway forms part of the UAL (University of Arts London) Art and Design Creative Practice: Art, Design & Communication.
Entry Requirements
- Level 3 – 5 GCSEs grade 9-4 or equivalent including English & maths GCSEs grade 9-4 plus portfolio of Art & Design work
What you will study
Year 1 (General Art & Design Creative Practice Units):
- The Creative Process
- Developing Creative Practice
- Responding to a Set Brief
Year 2 (Specialist Graphics Units):
- Researching a Specialist Industry Practice
- Specialist Technical Skills Development
- Specialist Creative Outcome
- Typography
- Branding
- Illustration
- Advertising & Publication
- Environmental graphics
- Packaging
- Motion Graphics
- Comic and concept art
- Photography
What's Next?
Further Study
- Art & Design Foundation Diploma (Level 3/4)
- Graphic Design BA (Hons)
- Design for Industry BSc (Hons)
Careers
- Artist
- Arts Journalist
- Art Director
- Curator
- Gallery Staff
- Exhibition Designer
- Researcher