FACULTY OF FINE ARTS

NATIVE AMERICAN ART - ART STUDIO

Program Description

Be inspired by art and visual culture, and make your mark on the world.  Work with internationally active artists and scholars as you pursue your professional and creative goals in a collaborative environment.  

The Native American Art degree provides an in-depth exploration of indigeneity, land use, and post-colonial theory in contemporary art.  Develop your voice as an independent artist or arts professional through an intensive studio experience exploring technical, aesthetic, and theoretical studies necessary to pursue contemporary art.  Receive instruction in a range of materials and methods in drawing, painting, sculpture, installation, performance art, photography, printmaking, media and electronic art. Senior students pursue self-directed studio work in a capstone course supported by faculty members of their choice.  

You have full access to co-operative education, international exchanges, independent and applied studies as well as volunteer opportunities. uLethbridge is the only university in Alberta to offer co-operative education to all majors in the university, at both the undergrad and grad level.

Exhibition Opportunities

Gain professional art gallery experience through exhibition and curatorial opportunities in the University of Lethbridge Art Gallery, the Student Art Gallery, Penny Gallery, and in the broader Lethbridge arts community.

Internship Opportunities

Expand your experiences and gain new perspectives beyond the art gallery and classroom.  Focus on areas such as exhibition organization and installation, collections management, and public programming.

 

Department of Art

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Degree Length

4 Years

Fine Arts Additional Admissions Requirements

Portfolio and Personal Statement

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Spaces

• Digital fabrication lab
• Digital media studio
• Exhibition, installation & experimental spaces
• Individual studios for senior students
• Metal shop with foundry, forge and CNC plasma cutter
• Modern woodshop, ceramic, plaster and textile studios
• Painting and drawing studios
• Printmaking studios with Boss Laser Engraver
• Photography & camera obscura studio with full wet darkroom
• University Art Gallery
• Student Art Gallery, Penny Gallery in downtown Lethbridge
• Data Physicalization Lab

 

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Related Degree Options

Bachelor of Fine Arts – Native American Art (Art History / Museum Studies)
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Native American Art (Art Studio)
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Art (Art History/Museum Studies)
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Art/Bachelor of Education or Bachelor of Arts (Art)/Bachelor of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art or Bachelor of Arts & Science (Art)
Bachelor of Arts (Art)/Bachelor of Management

Student Testimonials

“The guidance and instruction I have received from the uLethbridge’s amazing practicing artists and the freedom of having my own studio space has helped me with my goal to promote and preserve my culture through art. This program, and instructors, has encouraged me to utilize my personal cultural history, allowing me to gain a deep appreciation and respect for it. Art has the power to influence change, advocate progress, and inspire future generations of artists." - Sheila Shaw

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Fine Arts Scholarships & Awards

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Additional Requirements: 

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