The Visual Arts Department

The Visual Arts Department is committed to maximizing the artistic potential of every student. We fulfill this mission by providing students with multiple opportunities to show their art work, encouraging them to get involved with the art world both in the school and in the community and by delivering rich and diverse programs. Together these opportunities build skills and prepare our students for a changing world. See some of our student work here.

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Our Staff

Ms. Carruthers               Ext. 6571

Mrs. Geddes                  Ext. 6600

Ms. McLean                   Ext. 6633

Ms. Phylactou                Ext. 192

Ms. Schroff                     Ext. 6570

Taking Art at Huron

We have 5 large visual arts studios including a MAC lab, a digital photography lab, a lighting studio, digital animation and media arts labs, along with two traditional studios the size of which cannot be beat anywhere else in the board. Students will have their studies richly complemented through numerous workshops with guest artists and multiple field trips in an attempt to tie academic learning and studio practice with real life applications. Students are encouraged to explore the creative process through a variety of learning experiences. At Huron we have gone beyond the basic visual arts courses to allow for students to experience a wide variety of creative pursuits. Students at Huron have gone on to become creative directors, animators, fashion designers, film makers and stage designers.

The Visual Arts Council

All students are welcome to be a part of the Visual Arts Council, an open group that meets every Tuesday from 3:45-5:00. Here students participate in a wide variety of extracurricular activities. VAC students have created a great number of murals that have been installed in the community in locations including the Food Pantry, South Lake Regional Health Centre, YRP Safety Village and area public schools. Students are given leadership and volunteer hour opportunities as they act as ambassadors for school events including parent’s nights, open houses and the Santa Claus Parade.  Many of our members are also active in cross curricular projects such as costume, sets or hair and makeup design for the school play. Students also have the opportunity to learn new skills and experiment with materials that interest them such as book binding, photography, jewelry making, origami, and manga in a community of peers that also appreciate the arts.

Arts Huron Visual Arts Certificate

Huron is home to one of four regional arts programs in our board for students who want to immerse themselves in the arts experience. Entrance is by application and audition. Applications and audition requirements may be found online. Students are part of an immersive arts community with workshops, field trips and showcase opportunities.

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Benefits of taking art

Heightens self-esteem , Develops problem-solving skills, Allows for expression and creativity, Improves visual discrimination skills, Develops self-discipline and responsibility, Increases motivation to learn, Provides fulfillment through productivity, Creates cultural and historical awareness, Develops ability to make aesthetic judgments, Tends to improve academic performance