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Adult and Community Learning

Drawing & Painting for Improvers: Wed 23 Apr, 18:30-20:30

Mode of study

Part Time

Start date

23/04/2025

Fee

£163.00

Teaching staff

A skilled teacher.

Course Code

CL065C1E

Duration

10-weeks

Location

St Albans Campus

Awarding body

Generic award - no awarding body

Assessment

Observation, one-to-one feedback, creation of a portfolio of work, group discussion / peer critique

About the course

NEW: Extended to 10 lessons. This is a workshop activity for those who have previous art experience, the primary medium will be acrylic. You will gain a deeper understanding of the basic theories (i.e. line, tone, form etc) and are encouraged to explore your own interests in developing your work.

Career options

Continue to develop your own individual style by enrolling on to Drawing and Painting Workshop next term.

Course Content - What will I learn?

Review of basic topics (edges, spaces, relationships, lights, shadows, etc.), the use of the sketchbook. How to find a subject to create more personal responses. Life drawing (expressive drawing / mark making / response to stimulus), use of expressive colour which is all based around direct observation.
Materials to be provided by the learners: Basic drawing / painting materials Sketch books Work book (A3 or above) A shopping list will be given to students on first day - materials can also be added to throughout the course.

Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.

Observation, one-to-one feedback, creation of a portfolio of work, group discussion / peer critique