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Studying art at North Metropolitan TAFE is the best thing you can do for your future career as an artist. Throughout your studies, you will be exposed to state-of-the-art facilities and an inspiring environment, right in the heart of Perth’s Cultural Centre in Northbridge. You will benefit from strong, long lasting partnerships with prominent art bodies within the artistic community, and learn from lecturers who are practicing artists in WA.
 
Our courses provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to enter the world of the visual arts and crafts, giving you a solid foundation for a career in this industry. You will also have the opportunity to continue your studies at one of Western Australia’s leading universities.

Sculpture by the Sea

Congratulations to Kathy Allam for winning the 2023 West Australian Sculptor Scholarship award.

Kathy Allam completed an Advanced Diploma in Visual Art at Central Institute of Technology, now North Metropolitan TAFE, in 2012, and has worked as a graphic designer and merchandising manager since 1982. She has been exhibiting her work, in all media, since 1990 and is represented in many private collections as well as that of the Department of Premier and Cabinet.

Also, a congratulations to our Central Gallery and Programs Manager Soula Vouyoucalos-Veyradier for being selected to be part of the judging panel! What an honour! 

The 19th Sculpture by the Sea at Cottesloe commenced on Friday 3 March and is running until Monday 20 March. 

This year's exhibition features work by more than 70 artists including 24 international artists, from countries including the USA, Mexico, New Zealand and Ukraine, alongside 19 national and 28 talented West Australian creators. One of Perth’s largest free public events, the exhibition attracts an estimated 180,000 local, interstate, and international visitors to the popular beach for an extended summer each March.

For more information go to the Sculpture by the Sea website.

Photo credit: Plastic Paradise, Sculpture by the Sea Cottesloe 2017

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    National ID CUA60620 | State ID AC85

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    • Perth

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    Sculptural Mask Making Skill Set

    State ID EAE61

    Transform your ideas into a 3D sculpture

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    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
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    State ID SC-PVA-V2393

    Learn the art of mould making and slip casting from Perth ceramist Melanie Sharpham

    Learn the ancient technique of making a plaster mould from a prototype to enable production of multiple matching forms.

    Campuses
    • Perth

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    Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts

    National ID CUA60720 | State ID BGV3

    Bring your creative ideas and visions to life in an holistic studio environment

    This course is designed for artists and designers from visual art, jewellery and product design who are seeking to refine their skills and knowledge.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
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    Diploma of Visual Arts

    National ID CUA51120 | State ID BGR9

    Refine your skills and bring your ideas to life

    This course provides you with opportunities to focus on painting, print media, ceramics, sculpture and digital art. You'll refine your skills in classes delivered in excellent facilities in the creative and cultural heart of the city.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate III in Visual Arts

    National ID CUA31120 | State ID BGV9

    Let your creativity flow!

    Learn how to create two and three dimensional forms in a variety of visual arts areas. Gain the skills and knowledge to experiment with materials and create a variety of art works such as paintings, sculptures, ceramics, textiles, printmaking and electronic art...

    Campuses
    • Perth

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    Certificate II in Visual Arts

    National ID CUA20720 | State ID BGS4

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    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
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    Certificate IV in Visual Arts

    National ID CUA41320 | State ID BGR8

    Explore a variety of mediums in an immersive visual arts experience

    Painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking and digital art are all covered in the course. You'll get to experiment, explore and develop as an artist while benefiting from our long history of creative arts...

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
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