Aalesund Kunstfagskole is an art school that focuses on visual art and offers a two-year education as well as a one-year course for artists in establishment. The school has a location that gives students access to inspiring surroundings, close to nature, which can contribute to a creative learning process. The teaching emphasizes practical learning and critical thinking, which is central to the development of artistic skills.
The school collaborates with various art environments, both on nearby islands and in the mountains, as well as in the historic Art Nouveau town of Ålesund. Through the program "Ytring!" gives students the opportunity to develop their artistic tools and explore opportunities to establish a sustainable career in art. Aalesund Art School is a small school with teaching from professional artists, which provides a practical and vocational approach to art education.