Course intent
In this Beginners course you will get to grips with the mediums of both Watercolour and Acrylic Painting. You will learn the basic knowledge and skills required and will be guided on your journey through a series of exercises learning a range of styles, from quick and simple to more detailed and realistic.
Enjoy the well-being benefits gained through working in a friendly, creative learning environment
What will we cover?
You will learn about:
- Drawing & Painting tools
- The difference between watercolour & acrylic
- The different papers to use
- Basic drawing techniques
- Proportion
- Shading/tone
- Blending
- Hatching
- Perspective
- Safeguarding, Prevent & British Values
Learners will be inspired by the contemporary and historical context and will need to keep a sketchbook / notebook to record ideas, processes and progress, and the feedback they receive from the tutor.
There will be demonstrations, instruction, one-to-one tutorial guidance, group discussions and critiques.
To ensure that learners make good progress with their personal learning goals, the tutor will work with the learner to complete the required Individual Learning Plan.
For courses of more than one session, you will find you make the most progress if you attend every taught lesson and complete any self-directed study opportunities provided.
Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?
This course is designed for beginners (and those who may have completed a one-day workshop). The tutor will be teaching techniques and skills step-by-step. This means that all learners will be able to watch each part of the process before having a go themselves.
As our courses are taught in English, please contact us if you have any concerns about your level of English
What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?
• Set of acrylic paints (Tutor uses System 3), mountboard cut to A4 size pieces, brushes size 2, 4 & 6 (Tutor uses Windsor & Newton Cotman brushes)
- Dinner plate as a mixing palette, cling film to cover plate after class & stop paint drying out, jar for water, pencil (Tutor uses 3H) & eraser.
- Set of Watercolour paints (pans not tubes), 300gsm watercolour paper, mixing palette
What can I do when I finish the course?
In discussion with your tutor, you may like to progress onto further Watercolour, Acrylic or Oil Painting classes with SAL
Additional information
We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class. Surrey Adult Learning values and supports equality and diversity by promoting fairness and respect at all times
How to enrol
You can't currently enrol online for this course, so please call 0300 200 1044 to express your interest or to make an enquiry for further information.
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