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KPU Entertainment Arts KPU's Faculty of Arts hosts exciting new digital arts programs.

06/18/2026

From worrying about making friends to creating her own game.

In episode five of Our Community, Natalie explains how her creative community gave her the confidence to pursue game development. She also shares the secret to keeping your creativity alive in the long run: being kind to yourself and getting enough rest.

Big things are happening at KPU!Our VFX students are showing off the incredible progress on their final-term projects — ...
06/16/2026

Big things are happening at KPU!
Our VFX students are showing off the incredible progress on their final-term projects — and you’re invited to be part of the magic.

June 18 - 7-10 PM
ENTA Lobby, Richmond Campus (2nd floor, behind Thanos)
Light snacks • 🎭 Lots of entertainment • 🤝 Great people

Come mingle with current students, future students, faculty, and staff.
Can’t make it in person? Join us online and still be part of the fun!

Sign up Today: https://loom.ly/TCqSmqk

05/28/2026

Join us June 4, 7-10 pm in the ENTA Wing of our Richmond campus for Milestone 1 of our final term students project showcase. See what our 3D, VFX, and Game Dev students are making, how they are getting started and where they plan to take the project next!!

Can’t come in person but still want to join? Check our bio to register for the online link.

Come support our next wave of creators!

Step into a space where everyone can play, create, and be heard! Join us for All Access Play, a collaborative afternoo...
05/22/2026

Step into a space where everyone can play, create, and be heard!

Join us for All Access Play, a collaborative afternoon exploring Accessibility and Inclusivity in Games — featuring keynotes, panels, lightning talks, and hands‑on demos with our partners PlayAbility, Neil Squire / Makers Making Change, Cerebral Palsy Association, and Technology for Living.

This prototype event is the first step toward an annual Accessibility Week tradition that celebrates creativity, equity, and the future of inclusive game design.

📅 May 28 | 🕑 2–4 PM
📍 Melville Centre for Dialogue, KPU Richmond
Light refreshments. No registration — just come as you are and explore with us.

05/06/2026

Rachel shares why knowing the tools is only half the battle when it comes to lighting for visual effects. In this episode of Our Community, she talks about the power of visualization and the importance of finding a creative support system.

Check out the full story to see how Rachel found her path at Entertainment Arts KPU.

What drives your creative process? Ricardo Rioja Buenfil recently returned to the Entertainment Arts KPU lobby to discus...
04/30/2026

What drives your creative process? Ricardo Rioja Buenfil recently returned to the Entertainment Arts KPU lobby to discuss the motives and workflows behind his work.

This session was an honest deep dive into the realities of being an artist, featuring a great Q&A session where Ricardo shared advice with our current students. It is a must watch for anyone looking for a bit of creative direction and encouragement.

Head to the link in our bio to watch the full video on YouTube.

04/29/2026

Last week we attended the Wilson School of Design’s Grad Show! Our interactive booths featured several creative paths to pursue in entertainment arts. It was a great opportunity to meet so many people interested in these paths and to share more about our community. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat with our team.

04/28/2026

Turn your ideas into a visual story with Entertainment Arts KPU!

This summer, explore digital storytelling through comics. Learn how to build characters, craft clear visual narratives, and experiment with digital tools to create a 3‑dimensional comic strip—with the potential to animate or interact.

Digital Comic Strip Camp
Ages 15–17
KPU Richmond
July 6–10 or August 10–14, 2026

Create your world. Tell your story.

Spots are limited—register now (link in bio).

Curious how film, animation, VFX, and gaming projects actually get funded?Join us for an industry talk with Tatjana Rais...
04/22/2026

Curious how film, animation, VFX, and gaming projects actually get funded?

Join us for an industry talk with Tatjana Raison, Relationship Manager on RBC’s Media & Entertainment team, as she breaks down the financial side of creative industries—from tax credits to production lending.

Tatjana works closely with producers, animation & VFX studios, game developers, and creative entrepreneurs across Canada.

Date: May 25
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Richmond Campus — ENTA Lobby

Bring your questions. Learn how creative projects get financed. Build industry‑ready knowledge.

No registration needed—just show up!



04/17/2026

�What happens when you stop comparing yourself to other artists?

Sophie found the answer through a mindset shift and an unexpected collaboration. In this episode of Our Community, she shares how taking risks helped her build the confidence to pursue 3D texturing on her own terms.

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