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Course Overview

Course Overview
Tuesday, 12.30-3pm, For those moving on from Drawing and Painting Beginners and those with some experience
This course is designed for learners with some knowledge of drawing and painting
Prosp Is This Right For Me
You will hone previously learnt drawing and painting skills and learn new drawing and painting techniques and approaches. You will continue to develop observational skills and a clear understanding of tone, space, depth, perspective and drawing in three dimensions. The skills you learn in drawing will enhance and overlap into your paintings as you learn how to translate a drawing into painting. You will gain a good understanding of colour mixing, tone, paint application and texture. You will explore composition and work mostly from observed still life and sometimes photographs. The focus of this term will be an introduction to acrylic painting and a continued development of watercolour painting.
Prosp What Will I Learn
Through tutor demonstrations and practical exercises. You will draw and paint a variety of subjects within the sessions. Topics will interlink from week to week. There will be a step-by-step element to some sessions and the tutor will ensure the appropriate learning style is chosen for individual learners. All learners will have regular one to one feedback on their progress. Home studies are encouraged, as practise enhances confidence.
Prosp How Will I Learn
You will not gain a formal qualification, but you may request a Certificate of Attendance and Achievement from your tutor.
Prosp Qualification
You may wish to join a continuation course where your skills will be enhanced and you will learn new skills and techniques, ensuring you develop your painting and drawing skills and confidence.
Prosp Next Steps
Please bring the following to first session: 1 A4/A3 cartridge paper drawing book, Drawing pencils, putty rubber, pencil sharpener, A3 Drawing board. The tutor will provide other materials and the topic. You will need a set of acrylic paints /pad and brushes for session 2. If unsure please bring brushes and paints you already have so the tutor can assess individual needs in session 1. You will be advised whether you will need to buy anything else.
Prosp Please Bring
ACX00671
04/02/2025
Format
01/04/2025
2.50 hours per week
8 weeks
£220.00