Wodonga TAFE
11 months
Explore your creative potential with foundational visual arts training covering drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, textiles, and photography. Perfect for aspiring artists seeking to develop practical skills and build a professional portfolio through hands-on practice and industry engagement.
There are no formal entry requirements, however completion of Year 10 or equivalent is recommended. Mature-aged students are welcome to apply. Students must provide their own Visual Arts Diary (A4 or A3, 120 pages), general art kit, and personal protective equipment including closed-in shoes, arts apron, and hair tie. Students are also required to bring materials for their final artmaking pieces.
The course covers core visual arts disciplines including observational and technical drawing skills, colour theory and exploration, painting techniques, printmaking methods, sculpture creation, textile work and wearable arts design, and basic photography skills. Students research the art industry and apply theoretical knowledge to their own practice. The curriculum includes work health and safety practices, design techniques, portfolio development, and collaboration skills. All students participate in a major exhibition in November each year, providing professional exhibition experience.
Wodonga TAFE is a registered training organisation (RTO 3097) offering nationally recognised AQF qualifications. The institution provides extensive industry engagement during the course, including participation in the FUSE exhibition and industry-connected excursions. The course is designed by experienced educators to prepare students for both further study and professional art practice, with clear pathways to advanced qualifications.
This entry-level course prepares you for further education and a career in the Visual Arts industry. Graduates can progress to the Certificate IV in Visual Arts to develop advanced techniques and create a professional portfolio. Career opportunities include roles as a Visual Artist or Visual Artist Assistant, with the foundation skills and portfolio developed during this course supporting self-promotion and professional practice in the arts industry.