Drawing & Painting (Leisure Course)

Course Overview

Course Type:

Part Time

Available at:

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Course Area:

Creative Industries

Course Duration:

11 Weeks

Available at:

Available at Southampton tagSouthampton

The Course in Detail

This part-time course will provide you with the opportunity to learn a basic range of methods, skills and approaches in drawing and painting. It is suitable for beginners and for those who would like to improve on their existing experience. Drawing & Painting Leisure will focus on a range of observational drawing methods and techniques including shape, tone, composition, mark making and measurement. You will produce a portfolio of drawings and paintings, mainly from primary sources such as still life, studio set ups, life model, domestic interiors and urban environment. The course is run as a sequential programme of study allowing you develop drawings with a particular focus, linked to the previous session. It will give you the opportunity to develop your confidence and to refresh and extend your understanding and awareness; if you already have some drawing experience. Important Notice Please note that all courses are subject to minimum numbers. If there are too few enrolments, the College may cancel the course. A place on your chosen course is not confirmed until enrolment is complete and any relevant fees are paid. There is no funding available for this course, so all students will be required to pay the full course fee. The course fee must be paid at least 3 weeks before start date. If you have any questions about this course, please contact us. Tel: 023 8048 4848 Email: enquiries@southampton-city.ac.uk

Classes take place in specially designed art studio and involve a range of fun and engaging practical activities including still life, printmaking, life drawing and painting. Expert tutors are present at every class to guide and support you with your work, your ideas and help you to progress and achieve. There are no assessments or exams.

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Entry Requirements & Progression

What You'll Need

There are no academic entry requirements other than a commitment to the course and an ambition to develop your creative ability, skills and confidence in this area of Art & Design. No interview is required for this course. We will email you information about how to pay and complete your enrolment when we receive your application. Your place is not secure until payment has been received.

This Could Lead to

This course acts as an initial step into the wide and expanding range of Art and Design activities and opportunities. If you wish to take the knowledge and experienced gained whilst on this course further, the next step would be a course with a qualification attached, this could include an Award, Certificate or Subsidiary Diploma with progression into further study at BA, MA and PhD level. This could lead to a career in any area of Art and Design; animation, art history, art journalism, curator-ship, digital media, fashion, fine art, graphic design, illustration, interior design, teaching, textiles, 3D design etc. The scope for potential career destinations within the world of art and design is virtually unlimited.

Availability & Enrolment

College Life & Student Support Services

College is not just about your course – it’s an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and explore your interests! You can socialise with friends in the café and comfy seating areas, join a club or sports team or attend exciting events around the college. Many of our enrichment opportunities are also great on your CV or UCAS application to demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm outside of your studies.

Your time at college can also be affected by life or health difficulties, and it’s okay to need support. Our specialist teams are here every day to listen and give advice, whether it’s about career planning, financial support, mental health, or something else. And if you have a long-term support need or medical condition, we’ll work with you on personalised learning support to help you achieve your full potential.

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