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Course intent
This workshop will establish a range of styles and techniques of Pastel Painting through the study and practise of traditional and more contemporary pastel artists.
What will I learn?
You will: · Develop the use of pastel tints, colour, composition and perspective · Gain confidence in using pastels · Take part in group reviews and discussions · Explore a range of techniques and styles from the traditional to the more modern · Have access to one-to-one support as well as group discussions on various topics · Develop personal expression through a mixture of practice, discussion and demonstration techniques
Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?
This workshop is suitable for all abilities. Those with some experience of working with pastels or dry drawing media would be helpful although this is not essential.
What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?
You need to bring: · Chalk pastels and/or pastel pencils or Conte crayons. · A pad of pastel paper, for example Inges or Daler Rowney Murano paper. · A pad of A3 cartridge paper for preparatory sketches and notes. · Soft grade of pencils (2B to 6B) · A putty rubber, charcoal and fixative.
Alternatively, bring oil pastels and oil pastel paper or oil sketching paper. Chalk pastels are incompatible with oil pastels.
If you have any queries, please email the tutor at roger.hutchins@surreycc.gov.uk
What can I do when I finish the course?
In discussion with your tutor you may like to progress onto further art courses at 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.
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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Details
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Day:
Wednesday
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Start date:
25 Sep 2024
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Time:
9:30am to 11:30am
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Cost: £197
- Location: Molesey centre
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Sessions:
11 sessions
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Tutor:
Roger Hutchins
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Course code: QLDX3052GA
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Places: Places available