Our Team
Whitehorse Art & Design Center, founded by Mr. Ma and Ms. Xie, is Greater Vancouver’s only art school led by graduates of the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts with advanced degrees from Germany and Canada. With extensive teaching experience, they integrate global art concepts to help students succeed in applying to top art schools in the US, Canada, and Europe. Their tailored portfolio and interview preparation ensure students stand out. Choose Whitehorse for international expertise and top-tier art education.
Small studio, big feelings
Art stems from sincerity and flourishes in freedom. Here, we reject formulaic commercial teaching and firmly uphold our principles, never employing name-only mentors.

Ma Mingze (M.F.A)
Teaching Director
Environmental art design/animation design

(Emma) Jie Xie (M.F.A)
Teaching Director
Graphic Design/Product Designer

Yang (B.F.A)
Teaching Assistant
Entertainment Design / Concept Design

Kevin (B.F.A)
Teaching Assistant
Interaction Design

Spring (Dual Degree)
Teaching Assistant
Creative Writing/Painting

Aerin (B.F.A)
Teaching Assistant
Animation Design/Video Editor