M+Creative Arts Studio - The Arts of Becoming
Oakville . Mississauga . Fredericton . Montreal
Media Arts
Photography · Video · Visual Storytelling · Creative Media
See. Create. Tell Your Story.
Media is more than learning how to use a camera or edit a video. It is a way of seeing, thinking, creating, and communicating.
The Media Arts Program at M+ Creative Arts Studio introduces students to photography, video production, visual storytelling, digital media, and creative communication through a highly practical and project-based learning experience.
Students begin with the foundations of visual language—light, composition, colour, space, texture, perspective, and visual narrative—and gradually learn how to transform ideas, observations, and everyday experiences into meaningful photographs, videos, short documentaries, and multimedia projects.
Rather than focusing only on technical skills or software, the program encourages students to develop creative thinking, visual awareness, storytelling ability, and an individual artistic voice.
Media Arts 自媒体与视觉艺术
摄影 · 短视频 · 视觉叙事 · 创意媒体
看见 · 创造 · 讲述你的故事
Media Arts 不只是学习如何使用相机，也不只是学习怎样剪辑一条视频。
它更重要的是学习如何观察、思考、创造与表达。
M+ Creative Arts Studio 的 Media Arts 自媒体与视觉艺术课程，将摄影、短视频制作、视觉叙事、数字媒体与创意表达融入系统而丰富的艺术实践之中。
学生将从视觉语言的基础开始，学习光线、构图、色彩、空间、质感、视角与视觉叙事，并逐渐尝试把自己的想法、观察和生活经验，转化为摄影作品、短视频、微纪录片以及多媒体创作。
我们并不把课程局限在相机操作和软件技术上，而是希望学生在持续的创作实践中培养自己的视觉感受力、创造性思维、叙事能力与独立的艺术表达。
01
Visual Language & Photography
The curriculum combines photography, filmmaking, visual arts, digital production, and storytelling.
Visual Language & Photography
Students explore the fundamental principles of visual communication, including:
-
Lighting and natural light
-
Composition
-
Colour theory
-
Line, shape, texture and space
-
Camera angles and perspective
-
Visual research and analysis
-
Mood boards and concept development
Photography projects may include portrait, landscape, food, lifestyle, cultural, product, commercial, creative and night photography.
Emily Ada Hare, 2023
视觉语言与摄影
摄影首先是一种“观看”的方式。
学生将从视觉艺术与摄影的基本原理开始，学习：
-
光线与自然光
-
摄影构图
-
色彩理论
-
线条、形状、质感与空间
-
摄影视角与画面关系
-
视觉作品研究与分析
-
Mood Board 情绪板与创意概念发展
随着课程的深入，学生将接触不同类型的摄影创作，包括：
人物摄影 · 风光摄影 · 食物摄影 · 生活方式摄影 · 文化主题摄影 · 产品摄影 · 商业摄影 · 创意摄影 · 夜景摄影
我们希望学生不仅学会“怎样把照片拍好”，更逐渐理解：
为什么要这样拍？
你希望通过这个画面表达什么？
02
Video & Visual Storytelling
短视频与视觉叙事
Students move from still images into moving-image storytelling and learn how to develop an idea into a complete visual story.
Topics include:
-
Camera fundamentals
-
A-roll and B-roll
-
Interview techniques
-
Lighting for video
-
Sound and music
-
Story development
-
Visual sequencing
-
Video editing
-
Short-form video
-
Mini documentary
-
Short film production
Students have opportunities to create both individual and collaborative video projects, including short documentaries and narrative films.
从静态摄影进入动态影像之后，学生将进一步学习如何把一个想法发展成为一个完整的视觉故事。
课程内容包括：摄像基础/ A-roll / B-roll/ 采访技巧
-
视频灯光/ 声音与音乐 / 视觉节奏与镜头组织
-
视频剪辑/ 短视频创作/ 微纪录片/ 短片制作
学生将有机会完成个人及团队影像项目，包括短视频、3–5分钟微纪录片及叙事短片。课程特别强调 Storytelling——因为设备和软件不断变化，而真正能够让一件作品打动人的，始终是观察、观点、情感与故事。
03
Digital Creation & Post-Production
Students learn how digital tools can support—not replace—creative ideas.
Depending on the project and level, students may work with:
-
Photo editing
-
Video editing
-
Adobe Photoshop
-
Adobe Premiere Pro
-
Basic graphic and layout design
-
Sound and multimedia integration
-
Digital publishing
The emphasis is always on using technology as a tool for visual expression and storytelling.
数字创作与后期制作
数字技术是今天视觉艺术与媒体表达的重要工具。
根据学生的年龄、基础以及具体项目，课程将涉及：
-
图片后期
-
视频剪辑
-
Adobe Photoshop
-
Adobe Premiere Pro
-
基础平面与版式设计
-
声音与多媒体整合
-
数字媒体发布
我们不会把软件本身作为学习的终点。
技术始终服务于创意、视觉表达与故事。
学生真正需要学习的是：如何选择适合自己的媒介，把一个最初的想法逐渐变成一件完整的作品。
04
Portfolio, Exhibition & Media Presentation
Creating the work is only part of being an artist and media creator. Students also learn how to select, organize and present their work.
Projects may include:
-
Portfolio development
-
Theme and concept development
-
Artist introductions
-
Exhibition planning
-
Print presentation
-
Basic web presentation
-
Personal creative websites
-
Media communication and promotion
Students may also have opportunities to participate in exhibitions, community projects, photography trips, performances, media productions and other creative practices.
作品集 · 展览 · 媒体呈现
完成作品并不是创作的终点。
学生还需要学习如何选择作品、建立主题、整理作品，并最终把自己的创作呈现给观众。
课程与实践可能包括：
-
作品集整理与设计
-
创作主题发展
-
Artist Introduction 艺术家介绍
-
展览策划基础
-
印刷与作品呈现
-
基础网页展示
-
个人创意网站
-
媒体传播与推广
根据课程与项目安排，学生还有机会参与艺术展览、社区艺术项目、摄影采风、公共活动、影像制作以及其他真实的艺术与媒体实践。
让作品真正走出课堂，是这门课程非常重要的一部分。
05
Learning Through Practice
This is a studio- and project-based program.
Students learn through a combination of instruction, demonstration, research, discussion and, most importantly, hands-on creative practice.
Classes may take place not only in the studio but also in parks, streets, galleries, cultural spaces, community events and other real-world environments.
Students are encouraged to observe the world around them, experiment with different approaches, collaborate with others, develop original concepts and gradually build a body of work that reflects their own interests and creative identity.
The goal is not simply to make technically correct photographs or videos.
The goal is to learn how to see—and how to turn what you see into a story.
Who Is This Program For?
This program is suitable for:
Youth & Teens
Students interested in photography, filmmaking, social media, visual arts and creative storytelling.
Portfolio Students
Students preparing for future studies in photography, film, media arts, visual communication, design or related creative programs.
Young Content Creators
Students who want to create stronger photographs, videos and digital stories for today's media platforms while developing a deeper understanding of visual communication.
No advanced experience is required for introductory-level students. Projects and technical expectations can be adapted according to age, experience and individual goals.
Course Format & Tuition
Small Group Program
$300 / 4-week session
-
3 hours per week
-
12 instructional hours per session
-
Small-group learning
-
Minimum 5 students to open a class
-
Maximum 10 students per group
The program combines classroom instruction with practical shooting, editing, creative projects and group activities.
Some projects may include outdoor photography, location shooting or community-based creative practice.
Equipment, transportation, admission fees, printing and specialized project materials are not included unless otherwise stated.
Individual Instruction
One-on-one instruction and customized portfolio development are also available.
Please contact us for individual program options and tuition.
在实践中学习
这是一门以工作室实践与项目创作为核心的课程。
课堂将结合：讲授 · 示范 · 作品研究 · 讨论 · 拍摄 · 创作 · 后期 · 项目实践
但我们尤其重视 Hands-on Practice——真正动手去做。
学习的场所也不一定只在教室里。
公园、街道、美术馆、文化空间、社区活动以及城市生活本身，都可以成为我们的课堂和创作现场。
学生将在真实环境中学习观察、拍摄、采访、合作、解决问题，并通过一次次创作逐渐形成自己的视觉语言。
我们并不要求所有学生拍出相同的照片、剪出相同的视频。
我们更希望每一个学生逐渐找到属于自己的：兴趣、观点、视觉语言和表达方式。
我们希望学生学会如何看见这个世界，并把自己所看见的，变成一个故事。
适合哪些学生？
适合对摄影、短视频、电影、视觉艺术、社交媒体与创意表达感兴趣的学员。
不要求学生已经拥有专业摄影或视频制作经验。
艺术升学与作品集学生
适合未来希望申请或学习以下方向的学生：
Photography · Film · Media Arts · Visual Communication · Digital Media · Design
课程可以根据学生未来专业方向与个人特点，逐渐建立更加系统的创作项目与作品集。
青少年内容创作者
对于喜欢 YouTube、Instagram、TikTok、小红书等数字媒体，希望学习如何创作更有品质的照片、视频和视觉内容的年轻人，这门课程不仅教授“怎么拍”，更重要的是帮助他们理解：
为什么这样表达，以及怎样让内容真正具有自己的风格。
不同年龄、基础和学习目标的学生，可以采用不同难度与项目要求。
课程形式与费用
Course Format & Tuition
小组课程 Small Group Program
$300 / 4周
每周 3小时
每期 12小时
-
5人成团
-
每组最多10人
-
小班项目式教学
-
课堂讲授与实际拍摄结合
-
包含摄影、视频、后期及创意项目实践
根据具体课程项目，部分课程可能安排户外摄影、外景拍摄、艺术参访或社区实践活动。
摄影及视频器材、交通、场馆门票、作品印刷以及特殊项目材料等费用，如无特别说明，不包含在课程费用之内。
同时提供一对一摄影、视频与 Media Arts 指导，以及针对艺术院校申请的个性化作品集辅导。
课程内容与费用根据学生学习目标及项目需求另行制定，欢迎联系我们咨询。
Leading Instructor 主要导师
Charles Pan
Artist · Media Arts Educator · Photographer · Filmmaker
Charles Pan is an interdisciplinary artist and media arts educator with over 20 years of professional media experience and extensive experience in photography, filmmaking, visual storytelling, and arts education. He taught Media Arts & Visual Communication at McKenzie College from 2018 to 2026 and is currently a PhD Candidate in Art Education at the University of New Brunswick.
Mr. Pan 是一位跨领域艺术家与媒体艺术教育者，在音乐教育之余，同时拥有二十余年专业媒体经验，长期从事摄影、影像创作、视觉叙事与艺术教育。2018–2026年任教于 新不伦瑞克省 McKenzie College，麦肯锡视觉与设计艺术学院教授媒体艺术与视觉传播，目前为加拿大新不伦瑞克大学艺术教育博士候选人。
Our Clients & Supporters
导师介绍 | Instructor
Charles Pan
艺术家 · 媒体艺术教育者 · 摄影师 · 影像创作者
Charles Pan 是一位拥有跨领域专业背景的艺术家、媒体艺术教育者、摄影师与影像创作者，其专业实践横跨媒体传播、摄影、影视制作、视觉艺术、艺术教育及社区艺术等多个领域。
在加拿大从事艺术教育之前，Charles 在中国拥有二十余年的专业媒体工作经验，长期从事广播、新闻、电视及媒体内容的策划、制作与管理工作，专业实践涵盖新闻与故事策划、广播电视节目制作、摄影、影像创作、文字与脚本，以及大型文化与艺术项目。在此期间，其主创的作品曾 40余次获得国家及省级专业奖项，包括中国广播影视类专业奖项及“五个一工程”奖等。
2014年移居加拿大后，Charles 继续在 Sheridan College（谢尔丹学院） 深造，先后学习 New Media（新媒体） 及 Advanced Television and Film（高级电视与电影制作），并在此期间参与和创作多部纪录片及影像作品。2018年，他受邀担任 TIFF × Sheridan “NextGen: Catalyst for Change in Canadian Storytelling” 活动主题演讲嘉宾，分享关于影像、媒体与加拿大故事表达的思考与实践。
2018–2026年期间，Charles 在加拿大 McKenzie College 教授 Media Arts & Visual Communication（媒体艺术与视觉传播），长期指导学生进行摄影、视频制作、视觉叙事、创意项目、作品集创作及毕业展览实践。
目前，Charles 为加拿大 University of New Brunswick（新不伦瑞克大学）艺术教育博士候选人（PhD Candidate in Art Education）。在博士阶段的学习与研究中，他持续与艺术教育学者 Dr. Mary Blatherwick 进行视觉艺术、视觉语言及艺术教育领域的学习与研究，并进一步将艺术教育理论、创造性实践与自己的媒体艺术教学经验相结合。
多年来，从专业媒体到视觉艺术，从影像创作到艺术教育，Charles 始终关注一个核心问题：
我们如何看见，又如何表达我们所看见的世界？
他认为，Media Arts 教育不应该停留在教授相机、设备和软件。技术只是表达的工具，更重要的是帮助学生学习：
观察 · 思考 · 想象 · 创造 · 表达
通过持续的创作、研究与真实世界中的艺术实践，学生能够逐渐建立自己的视觉感受力、创造性思维与独立表达，并最终发现属于自己的视觉语言。
因此，他的课堂特别强调创意实践、个人表达、视觉叙事与真实世界中的学习经验——帮助学生从简单的“拍照片、做视频”，逐渐成长为真正懂得用视觉思考、用影像讲故事的人。
Instructor： Charles Pan
Artist · Media Arts Educator · Photographer · Filmmaker
Charles Pan is an artist, media arts educator, photographer, and filmmaker whose interdisciplinary practice spans media and communication, photography, film and video production, visual arts, arts education, and community-based creative practice.
Before beginning his career in arts education in Canada, Charles spent more than two decades working professionally in media in China. His experience encompassed broadcasting, journalism, television, media production and management, as well as photography, visual storytelling, writing and scripting, and large-scale cultural and arts projects. During this period, works he contributed to and led received more than 40 national and provincial professional media awards, including major Chinese broadcasting and television awards and the Five-One Project Award.
After moving to Canada in 2014, Charles continued his studies at Sheridan College, where he pursued postgraduate studies in New Media and Advanced Television and Film. During this period, he participated in and produced a number of documentary and moving-image projects. In 2018, he was invited as a keynote speaker for TIFF × Sheridan’s “NextGen: Catalyst for Change in Canadian Storytelling,” sharing his perspectives and experience in media, filmmaking, and storytelling in Canada.
From 2018 to 2026, Charles taught Media Arts & Visual Communication at McKenzie College, where he guided students in photography, video production, visual storytelling, creative projects, portfolio development, and graduation exhibition practice.
Charles is currently a PhD Candidate in Art Education at the University of New Brunswick. During his doctoral studies and research, he has worked closely with art educator Dr. Mary Blatherwick, exploring visual arts, visual language, creativity, and arts education while connecting educational theory with his extensive experience in media arts and creative practice.
Across his work in professional media, visual arts, filmmaking, and education, one question has remained central to his practice:
How do we see the world—and how do we express what we see?
Charles believes that Media Arts education should go far beyond teaching cameras, equipment, and software. Technology is a tool; what matters most is helping students learn to:
Observe · Think · Imagine · Create · Express
Through sustained creative practice, research, experimentation, and real-world artistic experiences, students are encouraged to develop visual awareness, creative thinking, and an independent voice—and ultimately to discover their own visual language.
His teaching therefore emphasizes creative practice, personal expression, visual storytelling, and learning through real-world experience, helping students move beyond simply “taking pictures” or “making videos” toward becoming thoughtful creators who can think visually and tell meaningful stories through images.