Faculty of Design
Material Art & Design
In the Material Art & Design program, students learn how to create jewellery, textiles and ceramics as a professional studio artist or designer. Students choose to focus on textiles or jewellery/metalsmithing as well as electives in ceramics, wearable form, and wearable technology.
Material Art & Design
Oliver Tian Yu Liu aka. Ver
“I'm about to start my own brand after graduation, so if you like my work, please contact me! ”
Material Art & Design
Siheng Wang aka. Catherine Wang
“A group of highly sensitive individuals is concealed within the intricacies of society. We possess heightened senses, residing in a microcosmic emotional universe, uniquely experiencing life while cautiously safeguarding ourselves. I use the theme... More”
Material Art & Design
Richard Coutts
“I see jewelry as an expression of the wearer's personality, feelings, and ideals. These are very personal traits that are unique to the individual. Jewelry can only achieve this purpose by being designed and built specifically for the customer. ... More”
Material Art & Design
Jessica Prust
“When a dream repeats, we tend to ask after its meaning. The suspenseful crux of my recurring dream is the vision of a horse out of place. The specific symbol of the horse, in dreams and in art, spreads over a varied span of interpretation. The... More”
Material Art & Design
Xiao Yi (Mavis) Lin
“"As the sun sets on another day, I find solace in the tranquillity of dusk, a time for reflection and appreciation of life's fleeting moments." More”
Material Art & Design
Keying Zhu aka. Coco
“This work reflects a deep connection to my hometown, Suzhou, and my identity. Humble Administrator's Garden in Suzhou is known as a masterpiece of Chinese garden art. It also represents the rich humanistic and historical traditions of the Jiangnan... More”
Material Art & Design
Emily Yue aka. miyue
“Intertwining and clustering, soft curls and whiplash curves - chaos within structure. More”
Material Art & Design
Katrina Belen Alcantara
“The theme of my work is inspired by the need for personal safety in public spaces especially with the uptake of violence in Toronto public transit. My designs explore methods of protecting the human body for everyday wear. Drawing inspiration from... More”
Material Art & Design
Gengtao Lei aka. Eurus
“Through a feminist lens, Open with surrealism,this installation merges harsh realities with ideal visions, reimagining human reproduction and social norms. It challenges traditional gender roles and advocates for redefined reproductive rights and... More”
Material Art & Design
Aivy Jiawei Huang
“Use needles and threads to feel nature, and replace real insect specimens with handicrafts. If you like my work, please contact me for customization. ”
Material Art & Design
Jamie Rosario
“I gaze deeply through the lattice of trees that construct the net within which I find my mind wandering; there I find space to be still and silent, there I am sheltered. More”
Material Art & Design
kexin Chen aka. Gina
“My passion for life is fueled by a desire to discover the convergence of beauty and art through personal exploration, observation, and practice. I believe that fabrics are a mirror of my life's philosophy, reflecting a deep-seated attitude toward... More”
Celebrate the work of OCAD U’s class of 2023/2024!