Drawing & Painting (Leisure Course)
Course Overview
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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.
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 lecturers 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.
Important Notice
A place on your chosen course is not confirmed until enrolment is complete, and any relevant fees are paid. Adult course times, dates, durations and fees may be subject to change, and courses may be cancelled if minimum numbers are not met.
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.
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