Shops and Studios
Painting
Painting and Drawing facilities at NSCAD University are vibrant workspaces where students develop their creative and practical skills. During intensive time working in studios, students explore a variety of media, master techniques and large-scale work, and receive guidance that helps them grow as an artist while building professional skills for exhibitions, installations, and beyond.
What To Expect
NSCAD’s Painting and Drawing facilities offer a collaborative and supportive environment where curiosity and experimentation are encouraged. Our technicians provide one-on-one support and guidance on materials, tools, and project planning.
Whether you’re constructing custom painting supports, learning studio techniques, or preparing work for a gallery, technicians and instructors equip students with the skills and confidence to bring their ideas to life.
Our workspaces serve as a resource hub for students navigating practical aspects of artmaking, including shipping, framing, and exhibition setup. Students can book time with technicians to discuss strategies for handling large works, international shipping, or creating durable installations via Brightspace.
Facilities
The department houses a variety of specialized spaces and resources to support different aspects of painting and drawing practice, including:
- Painting and drawing studio (G440) – equipped with art kits and advanced tools for classes and coursework
- Power Tools handling and training – Students learn how to use tools like miter saws, table saws and air compressors under technician supervision.
- Field Easel Kits – portable easels for landscape and outdoor painting courses.
- Projector Equipment – VGA and HDMI projectors for student presentations and studio work.
Equipment
Technicians provide hands-on training for the safe operation of studio tools.
Key equipment includes:
Certain equipment and tools require orientation or demonstrations by a technician to ensure safe and effective use.
Our technicians
