The history of Canadian design and craft provides insights into development of applied arts in Canada from earliest times to present. This broad based survey course explores the regions of the Circumpolar Arctic, Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, Prairies and Pacific. Founding Nations, European, Asian and other contributors to Canadian craft and design will be explored. Key Canadian individuals and their contributions to design and craft in will acknowledge and encourage greater awareness of Canadian content. Communities, governments, and industries noted for their influences and promotion of Canadian design will be discussed. The course will encourage greater understanding of both ‘folk’ and ‘academic’ theories of applied arts in Canada.
- Teacher: Sam Carter