Watercolour & Acrylic Painting - Beginners

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.

What will I learn?

You will learn: · Drawing & Painting tools · The difference between watercolour & acrylic · The different papers to use · Basic drawing techniques · Proportion & Perspective · Shading/tone · Blending · Hatching

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).

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

For the first session bring: · Set of basic watercolour & acrylic paints · Mountboard cut to A4 size pieces, brushes size 2, 4 & 6 · Dinner plate as a mixing palette, cling film to cover plate after class & stop paint drying out, jar for water, pencil

At the first session the tutor will advise on other materials that will be required.

What can I do when I finish the course?

In discussion with your tutor, you may like to progress onto longer courses or enrol on our other Arts and Crafts courses.

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.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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