First Nation Schools of the Arts: Introducing The En’owkin Centre

First Nation schools that teach art history and techniques don’t exist on every corner. So what do you do if you’re interested in studying art with a community of people committed to preserving First Nations culture? Check out The En’owkin Centre.

Located in the heart of BC’s beautiful Okanagan Valley on the Penticton Indian Reserve, The En’owkin Centre fosters the development of BC First Nations artists and Indigenous artists from across North America in a way that upholds traditional values. This is one of the few true First Nation schools for artists. FREE OFFER!

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Certificate in Indigenous Fine Arts

Through a partnership with the University of Victoria, The En’owkin Centre offers a Certificate in the Foundations in Indigenous Fine Arts program. The program teaches visual arts in such disciplines as painting, installation art and sculpture.

Students must obtain 13.5 credits, including 3.0 units of core classes, to graduate. Sculpture, drawing, printmaking and art theory are some of the courses you can choose.

Art Study for Professional First Nations Artists

Professional First Nations artists who want to further develop artistic careers will love this program. The National Aboriginal Professional Artist Training Program will help you learn to meld traditional First Nations art forms with modern techniques.

Visual artists, writers, performers, storytellers, drum makers, carvers and weavers are all eligible. You’ll not only develop skills and broaden your artistic range, but also learn to market and promote your work to further your career.

Mentorship is an important component. Throughout the 8-month program, you’ll get to work with guest artists in various disciplines who will pass their own knowledge and experience on to you.

Applicants are evaluated based on their portfolios. The program is open to BC First Nations students and aboriginal students from elsewhere in Canada.

Things to know about The En’owkin Centre

• The word En’owkin describes the process of using consensus to come up with the ultimate solutions to a problem.
• During your art study period, you will be able to participate in any of the regional, national or international aboriginal conferences hosted by the centre.
• You’ll be in good company if you engage in art study here. Alumni include Chris Paul and Margaret Orr.