SHSM CERTIFICATIONS

Richmond Hill Art School is excited to offer Special High Skill Major (SHSM) certifications. Students are invited into our bright and modern studio to learn new skills and techniques related to their industry certificate of choice through hands-on workshops.

What is SHSM?

A Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM), which has been approved by the Ministry of Education, enables students to concentrate their learning on a particular economic sector while still fulfilling secondary school graduation requirements. While pursuing their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), students participating in a SHSM have access to a variety of individualized, career-focused learning opportunities.

SHSM Benefits:

Students can earn credits that postsecondary educational institutions and employers recognize.
Students are able to tailor their education to their strengths, interests, and aptitudes.
Students gain valuable specialized skills within niche topics of interest.
Students are able to explore potential career opportunities.
Students can transition after graduation to apprenticeship training, college, university or the workplace.

Why Richmond Hill Art School?

Workshops led by industry professionals & certified teachers

Bright & modern studio space with a capacity of up to 25 students

Equipped with high quality audio/visual systems & art materials

Browse our Certifications:

Single Certifications | Full Day Workshops | 9am – 3pm

	PORTFOLIO PREPARATION & CRITIQUE Includes Experiential Learning Component Artwork Development:* Participants of this workshop will have an opportunity to draw from an engaging and unique still-life that will lend itself as a portfolio piece for a variety of program requirements. Students will leave this workshop with around 1-2 completed artworks to contribute to their portfolio. Feedback & Curation: Participants can expect to review successful examples of portfolios used to gain admission into a variety of post secondary arts programs. Students will learn techniques to elevate the presentation of their existing portfolios in a more polished and professional fashion. Learn More
	BRANDING & DIGITAL DESIGN Includes Experiential Learning Component Packaging Re-Branding:* Participants of this workshop will gain industry level insight of graphic design by rebranding existing products. In the process of this workshop, participants will learn the role Graphic Designers play in marketing and product design. Personal Branding: Participants of this workshop will learn the skills needed for creating professional assets that can be used to represent their personal businesses or future careers. Students will gain understanding of how Graphic Designers manipulate fonts to create logos that are unique, recognizable, and communicate a brand’s identity. Learn More
	ART THERAPY Includes Experiential Learning Component Personal Growth & Profession: Unveil the power of creativity and self-expression! This interactive workshop is designed for high school students seeking to enhance their mental wellness journey and explore the captivating world of art therapy. Discover how art can be your personal sanctuary and even pave the path to a rewarding career as an art therapist. Learn More*
	ARCHITECTURE & CONCEPTUAL DESIGN Includes Experiential Learning Component Architectural Perspective:* Participants of this workshop will explore the history of perspective and the development of the renaissance period to modern day. Students will be taught the true definition of perspective, learning how to define, utilize, and identify its advantages. Conceptual Design: Students will continue to explore and develop a perspective illustration in detail. Students will aim to understand how to draft up: Interior environments Building/ street concept Vehicle design Learn More
	FIGURE ILLUSTRATION Includes Experiential Learning Component Hands-On Workshop:* This workshop aims to teach students the fundamentals of drawing the human form, including anatomy and basic gesture. Participants will explore the human figure in depth through exciting rapid-fire practice. Students will learn how to replicate accurate proportions by breaking down the body into various forms, and studying various dynamic vs. static poses. Gesture Lines & Form Practice Shading & Rendering Live Model Illustration Timed Speed Drawings Dynamic Pose Challenges Clothed/Nude Professional (Male & Female Models) Learn More