Sheridan offers a visual arts program like no other. We combine rigorous studio-based visual arts training with business and marketing coursework to produce a unique education in “entrepreneurial art.” You’ll develop more than a portfolio; you’ll also develop the professionalism necessary for a successful career in the vibrant visual arts and culture sector. Sheridan is the only visual arts college in Canada where you can: Establish your identity as an artist. Build up a body of mature work. Understand the business practices of galleries, museums, commercial firms, and other players in the art marketplace. Learn to manage, market, and administer visual arts products and services.

You’ll have many opportunities to use your visual arts diploma in the Greater Toronto Area, which is the centre of Canada’s cultural sector. Recent Visual and Creative Arts program graduates have found employment in such roles as: Web design Digital prepress Gallery operation Graphic artist/design Illustration Photographer’s assistant Public-art projects Signage Self employed artist/designer Visual arts and culture sector professionals are often self-employed, and this program will help prepare graduates to open their own studios or businesses. Graduates can also continue their formal training in a variety of arts programs at Sheridan, or in other arts programs with our university and college partners.