Develop your Drawing and Painting **COURSE FULL - PLEASE TELEPHONE 01825 761820 FOR ALTERNATIVES** (HE09F22A)
Course overview
This course will build on the Introduction to Drawing and Painting courses. Through observational drawing, studies of tone, form, colour and composition, the core skills of Art will be explored in greater depth. New learners with some existing art skills are welcome too.
Where Etchingham Village Hall, Parsonage Croft, High Street, Etchingham, TN19 7BY.
When
Thursday, 10:00am - 12:00pm from 29th September 2022 until 8th December 2022 for 10 weeks.
No class on 27th October (Half Term)
Cost
The full fee is £142.00.
The concessionary fee is £73.00.
What you already need to know
This course is for those who have previously attended an Introduction to or Develop your Drawing and Painting course or have some experience of the basic foundation skills of art.
What you will learn
You will further develop observational drawing and accuracy of line, use tone to show form, develop painting techniques, apply colour theory and have opportunities to create finished compositions. There will be an opportunity to experiment with the effects of different mediums, evaluate the work of a variety of artists and record your own personal development through the use of a sketchbook.
You will continue to explore different approaches and techniques as you improve your skills.
Topics covered will include:
- Form and how to produce the effect of dimension with light and shade
- Devices and approaches that can help improve the accuracy of drawing
- Building a repertoire of brush marks and painting techniques
- Creating artwork using a selection of different compositional rules
- Exploring aspects of colour theory for different effects
How you will learn it
In a small, relaxed class you will learn through presentations, videos, optional additional online resources and group discussion. You will have plenty of opportunity to develop your practical skills and your tutor will give you guidance and feedback.
Bring to the first session
A3 sketchbook/paper.
Drawing materials - different grade pencils
Painting kit - preferred paints and brushes, palette, water pots.
A handy optional item would be a portfolio to keep your work together but a large bag will do.
To avoid unnecessary cost please do not purchase any materials or textbooks until you are certain that your course will run. Course decisions are normally made a week prior to the course start date.
Extra study or practice
You may wish to spend time at home practising skills and techniques from the classes.
How to enrol
You can enrol by phoning ACRES' House on
01825 761820 on Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 4 pm. Alternatively, to register your interest in a course please email
adultlearning@acres.org.uk with the course title and your contact details and a member of the team will call you back to enrol you on your chosen course.
Previous students say
"Ian is a gifted artist and a patient teacher"
"The art class is my best part of the week"
"I can't believe what I have found I can do. I only started coming because I wanted to try it out and I have now been coming for over a year. There is so much to learn and discover."
Additional Course Information
- Concessionary/reduced fees, are available to students in receipt of certain means-tested benefits on some courses.
- Course fees over £139, can be paid in one single payment at enrolment or in instalments by Standing Order where applicable.
- Fees and payment options: See the Financial Support page.
- Other course related information: See the Policies & Procedures page, or contact the ACRES office.
Next steps within this subject with ACRES
ACRES offer a wide range of arts and craft courses that may be of interest to you. See our brochure or visit our website at www.acreslearning.org.uk for details. A continuation of this course will be offered at the same venue and times starting on 12th January 2023.
Future steps beyond ACRES
Find out about other courses with the
National Careers Service for opportunities to extend your skills and knowledge.