MTM College of Animation, Art & Design

MTM College of Animation, Art & Design

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The College Where Careers Begin ® Max the Mutt offers small class size, mentoring and highly qualified instructors who are working professionals.

Founded in 1996 in Toronto, Max the Mutt College of Animation, Art and Design provides three programs of study: Classical and Computer Animation and Production diploma, Concept Art for Animation and Video Games diploma and Illustration for Sequential Arts: Comic Books and Graphic Novels diploma. Max the Mutt prepares students for careers in animation, concept design, advertising, art direction,illustration, comic books and graphic novels.

06/24/2026

Your illustration doesn’t need more detail: it needs a stronger foundation. ✨

Illustration 101 with Scott Cameron is now open for registration!

In this online workshop, students will learn how to create clearer, more compelling illustrations through composition, visual hierarchy, value, contrast, lighting, rhythm, and storytelling.

If your artwork ever feels cluttered, confusing, or like “something is off,” this class will help you understand why, and how to fix it.

✨ Online
✨ Live via Google Meets
✨ Fridays starting July 3
✨ 1:00-4:00 PM EST
✨ Max 8 students

Registration is only open for 2 weeks and closes July 3.

Spots are extremely limited, don’t wait to sign up!

Register here: https://mtmcollege.ca/product/illustration-101/

Photos from MTM College of Animation, Art & Design's post 06/23/2026

MTM College recently hosted our annual Graduation Night, celebrating the students completing their four-year diploma programs alongside their friends, families, instructors, and the MTM community. 💜

We are so incredibly proud of everything our 2026 graduating students have accomplished. The work, growth, persistence, creativity, and dedication it takes to reach this moment is no small thing.

At MTM, we believe in strong foundations, serious mentorship, and helping artists build the skills and confidence to move forward into their creative careers. Seeing our students reach this milestone is exactly why we do what we do.

A huge thank you to our incredible instructors, staff, families, and everyone who supported these students along the way.

To our graduates: congratulations. We can’t wait to see where your creative paths take you next, and no matter where you go, you will always be part of the MTM community. ✨

06/23/2026

Bring your character into the real world. ✨

In Character Sculpture with Steve Millard, students will sculpt a character of their choice in clay and leave with a finished physical piece to take home.

✨ Sculpt any character you want
✨ Step-by-step guidance from Steve Millard
✨ All materials included
✨ In person at MTM College
✨ Finished sculpture to take home
✨ Only 8 spots available

Registration closes July 3.

Don’t wait: Spots are very limited.

Sign up here: https://mtmcollege.ca/product/character-sculpture-workshop/

Photos from MTM College of Animation, Art & Design's post 06/22/2026

Thank you so much to everyone who stopped by the MTM College booth at YetiCon this weekend 💛 A special thanks to those who left drawings in our sketchbook! 🥰

It was so lovely getting to speak with so many artists, students, parents, alumni. To meet people who recognized us, and find people who were hearing about us for the first time and joining our community now.

I hope everyone enjoys their free posters!!

All of the kind words and positive feedback about our booth, our programs, and everything we stand for as a college were so deeply appreciated. It really means the world to us.

This is why we do what we do: We want to bring the highest quality art education possible to artists who are serious about growing, and we are always working to make that education as accessible as possible thanks to our incredible teachers, staff, students, alumni, and wider creative community.

If you signed up for our newsletter or asked to hear from admissions, keep an eye on your inbox this week!

Thank you again for such a wonderful weekend. & Thank you to our amazing host .official for putting on such a great show!✨

Photos from MTM College of Animation, Art & Design's post 06/21/2026

🤯 Just a few examples of the incredible artwork created by MTM instructor Scott Cameron.

A published illustrator, Governor General's Award nominee, and artist whose clients include Disney, Scott has spent decades studying what makes an image truly memorable. Not just beautiful: clear, impactful, and impossible to ignore.

If you've ever looked at your artwork and felt like "something is off," even when the rendering is good, Scott's upcoming Illustration 101 workshop is designed to help you understand why.

Learn how professional artists use composition, value, contrast, focal points, and visual hierarchy to guide the viewer's eye and create stronger, more compelling images.

🎥 Scott's free Design & Composition Masterclass is now live on our YouTube channel!

🎟️ Illustration 101 registration opens June 22
✨ Join the waitlist now to receive a 25% discount code
💻 Online Workshop
👥 Ages 14+
⚠️ Maximum 8 students

https://mtmcollege.ca/product/illustration-101/

Photos from MTM College of Animation, Art & Design's post 06/20/2026

🤯 Ever wanted to hold one of your characters in your hands?

Here are just a few examples of the incredible sculpture work created by MTM instructor Steve Millard. With decades of experience in animation, drawing, and sculpture, Steve has a deep understanding of form, structure, and character design.

This summer, he's sharing that knowledge in a hands-on Character Sculpture Workshop.

Learn how to build your own character sculpture from the ground up using professional techniques, armatures, and oven-bake clay. You'll leave with a finished piece you can proudly display or add to your portfolio.

🧱 All materials included
🎟️ Registration opens June 22
✨ Join the waitlist now to receive a 25% discount code
📍 In Person at MTM College
👥 Ages 14+
⚠️ Maximum 8 students

https://mtmcollege.ca/product/character-sculpture-workshop/

06/19/2026

💻Want to learn digital painting but not sure where to start?

Digital Painting 101 is designed to help artists build confidence with both the technical and artistic foundations of painting digitally. Learn essential software workflows, painting techniques, colour, light, and how to take a piece from sketch to finished illustration.

✨ Taught by industry professional Clarence Man
📍 Online Workshop
📅 August 17–28, 2026
🕙 Monday-Thursday | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM EST
🎟️ Waitlist open
⚠️ Registration opens June 22

Join the waitlist to secure your spot and get a 25% discount when registration opens!
https://mtmcollege.ca/product/digital-painting-101/

Photos from MTM College of Animation, Art & Design's post 06/19/2026

🎉 Congratulations to 2026 MTM Concept Art graduate Sloan Saberton!

Inspired by science fiction and worldbuilding, Sloan's portfolio showcases imaginative environments, intricate prop design, and a passion for creating worlds that push the boundaries of what's possible. We're incredibly proud of everything you've accomplished during your time at MTM and can't wait to see where your artistic journey takes you next.

Thank you for being part of the MTM community, Sloan, and best of luck on your path forward! 🚀

See more of Sloan's work:
https://www.artstation.com/sab3r

Photos from MTM College of Animation, Art & Design's post 06/18/2026

❄️ Heading to YetiCon this weekend?

Come visit MTM College at Booth C7! We'll have free posters, information about our programs, artwork from our students, and more.

📅 June 19-21
📍 Blue Mountain Village

Stop by, say hi, and grab some free loot! 👋

Photos from MTM College of Animation, Art & Design's post 06/18/2026

Last week, MTM College hosted our annual Industry Night, bringing recruiters, art directors, studio representatives, alumni, instructors, and professionals from across the comics, animation, and video game industries, into our school to meet our graduating students.

Our graduates had the opportunity to showcase their portfolios, make valuable industry connections, and take their first steps toward their future creative careers. We're incredibly proud of all the hard work they've put in over the past four years.

A huge congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎉

We'll continue featuring our graduates and their work in the coming weeks. In the meantime, you can explore the incredible talent of this year's class through our 2026 Graduation Showcase on our website.

Finally, a huge thank you to everyone who attended and supported our students. From industry guests and alumni to instructors and faculty, this event wouldn't be possible without you.

Enjoy a well-deserved summer, graduates - and best of luck on your exciting paths ahead! ✨

2026 Graduation Showcase: https://mtmcollege.ca/2026-graduation-showcase/

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Toronto, ON
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