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With 37 years of excellence in photographic education, Focal Point is an ideal Visual Arts Learning Centre. We offer Part Time Classes for everyone from beginner to professional, as well as a comprehensive, intensive 10-month Diploma Program for anyone aiming to take their photographic career to the next level.

All course fees at Focal Point are HST Free and Tax Deductible.

Full Time Diploma Program

We are now accepting applications for the 2012 - 2013 Diploma Program. Focal Point's Full-Time 10 month Diploma program offers students all of the vital information required in starting a career in professional photography. These challenging courses, broken into three 13 week terms, teach both technical and creative skills to develop the student's eye for detail. The next session begins September, 2012.

Read the admission guidelines and call today to book your interview as this program can fill up fast!

For more information, please contact info@focalpoint.bc.ca.


black and white photo of girl in fur
© 2011 Jonathan Lee, Focal Point Instructor

Part Time Certificate Program

colour photo of a bee on a tall purple flower
© 2011 Eduardo Baena, Part Time Student
Winner - 2011 Nature Trust of BC Photo Contest

The certificate program is for individuals seeking accreditation for learning new skills or upgrading existing skills in various areas of photography including: camera techniques, lighting, film processing, digital manipulation, photojournalism, commercial and web design. The program is offered in a flexible, part-time format to accommodate working professionals. It also appeals to individuals who use photography in their work as well as anyone who is determined to make the most out of any photo opportunity.

We take registrations in person and by phone. We can be found at 4474 W 10th Ave., or you can reach us at 604-224-3636, or toll-free at 1-877-224-3636.