Our Mission
To encourage the unfolding of a vigorous creative force in the mind; to demand professional standards, technical skills and pride in craftsmanship; to put ideas into tangible form
Structual STRENGTHS• Availability of staff beyond class time• We provide a strong foundation in drawing and design skills • Open studios and extra time in all disciplines • Small intimate population with a wide diversity of age and background, both economic and social. • Balance between figurative and nonrepresentational work in drawing, sculpture. • Professional and expert life models for the dedicated life classes • Co-op program with access to a wide variety of art disciplines in both the fine and applied art fields. • Portfolio preparation course • Field trips, near and far • A support group of volunteers |
Professional and Creative Objectives• General foundation in all art subjects• Contemporary and classical training • Sense of professionalism • The ability to make sound artistic judgements and evaluate all types of work • Excellent and vital mix of adult and high school art students • Creative interpretation in all areas • Care and encouragement from a dedicated teaching staff • Family atmosphere of purpose • Strong student rapport |
Program Highlights and Goals• An annual exhibition of the finest work of students and staff• Strong art history curriculum • Broad training in arts perception • Strong grounding in broad and solid art vocabulary • Awareness of the arts community, locally and internationally • Awareness of the vital role of art in the national culture and economy • Interaction between a variety of art skills and principles • Ability to broaden and consolidate personal philosophy |
THE CTS SPECIALIZED ART Program DEVELOPS TALENT AND SKILLS |
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The highly regarded Art Centre of Central Technical School provides a solid foundation for entry into an art profession, or further specialized art education for any student with the desire and talent to seek a career in art
- now the fourth largest employment group in Canada. The Specialized Art Program aims at student development in creativity, technical skills, and growth in judgement, and appreciation. |
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