The aim of the NAS
is to provide a truly liberal education in the
culture of art and an understanding of the
importance of that culture to our society.
Every degree
course has been designed to impart the combined
knowledge and artistic skills requisite for students
from Australia and all over the world to reach their
own potential whether it be as an artist, art
historian or theoretician.
The School’s
values are informed by the perpetual debate about
the place of art in contemporary society and the
basic premise that drawing is fundamental to an
understanding of visual language. Our philosophy
brings together the cornerstones of art making:
highly developed drawing skills, a comprehensive
understanding of studio methods and techniques and a
knowledge of art history and theory that involves
being profoundly aware of the past whilst
recognising and engaging with the present.
With the greater concentration on
outcomes in a world that focuses on industry based
solutions, our students have the capacity to
influence Australia's economic and cultural
directions by being at the forefront of the creative
process.
Students have
access to the vast experience and skills-base of
over 100 expert and practising artists and
academics. These teachers who are distinguished in
their fields, provide intensive tuition and
encourage students to share ideas and debate issues
with teachers and peers whilst exploring the
technical and conceptual directions of their work.
The National Art
School is the oldest visual arts institute in
Australia. It has a rich tradition of artistic
practice and a highly significant alumni.
I invite you to
consider studying at the NAS located at the
heritage-listed Darlinghurst Gaol, in an environment
aesthetically sympathetic to the study of the visual
arts and ideally located in the commercial and
cultural heart of Sydney.
Bernard Ollis
Director
National Art School |
