Visual arts and design
In the visual arts courses, both general education and individual teaching provide students with an understanding of art, with the goal of enabling them to produce works of art independently. The visual arts courses have been planned to complement each other.
In the photography courses, you develop your creative ability to express yourself and learn to take high-quality photos of daily life.
In the ceramics courses, the basics of ceramics are studied. Among other things, you learn to turn and sculpt by following a model. The courses develop the ability for three-dimensional design.
Basic education in visual arts for adults
Basic education in visual arts for adults
- Education is provided to those over 18 years old in accordance with the national core curriculum.
- The studies are goal-oriented and lead to a certificate.
- The studies last for four years.
The aim of the studies is to equip the student with the ability to understand and interpret visual phenomena, both in their own environment and in different cultures. The studies deepen the adult learner’s relationship with visual arts and support their identity as an artist. They also enhance their readiness to pursue further studies in various cultural fields.
- Location: Alma Adult Education Centre, Raastuvankatu 31, 65100 Vaasa
- Room: B233 Visual arts (Kuvataide)
- Period: 8 September – 31 May 2025
- Date and time: Wednesdays from 17.30–21.00
- Application period: until 31 August 2021
- Duration of studies: 4 years
- Structure and content of studies: Classroom teaching and independent study
- Course fee: €82 per study module. The fee is announced in connection with the study modules.
- Course language: Finnish Supporting languages: Swedish and English
- Next application period: Spring 2025
Structure of the studies
- Years 1–3: Study modules 1–9
- Year 4: Final project and exhibition
Academic year 2021–2022: Introduction to visual arts
- 1. Drawing – Visual perception and observation, drawing techniques
- 2. Painting – Pictorial expression and the materiality of painting
- 3. Photography, video, media – Recording media as the foundation for artistic expression
Academic year 2022–2023: Introduction to visual arts
- 4. Three-dimensional perception – Sculpture, ceramics
- 5. Graphic art – Different graphic art techniques
- 6. Art history – The evolution of visual arts from the Early Modern Period to the present day
Academic year 2023–2024: Advanced Studies
- 7. Image and word – The conceptual nature of the image
- 8. Ecology and recycling – Sustainable development, natural and recycled materials
- 9. From a space to the environment, performance – The artist as part of the artwork, environmental art
Academic year 2024–2025: Final project
- 10. Final project – Readiness for independent artistic practice
- Portfolio – Written presentation
More information:
- Coordinating teacher in the arts, Maija Minni, 040 537 3106, maija.minni@edu.vaasa.fi