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: 17 September 2025 – 31 May 2029
- Date and time: Wednesdays from 17.30–21.00
- Application period:1.-21.5.2025
- 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 2025–2026: 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 2026–2027: 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 2027–2028: 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 2028–2029: Final project
- 10. Final project – Readiness for independent artistic practice
- Portfolio – Written presentation
APPLYING FOR STUDIES:
Fill in the attached application form and send it by email to Coordinating teacher in the arts Maija Minni at maija.minni@edu.vaasa.fi during the application period, May 1–21, 2025. Key factors in the application process are a personal interest in visual arts, motivation, and the ability to commit to four years of study. Taking these factors into account, students will be admitted to the program in the order in which applications are received.
Application form: Basic education in visual arts for adults_application form 2025
More information:
- Coordinating teacher in the arts, Maija Minni, 040 537 3106, maija.minni@edu.vaasa.fi