Watercolour Painting & An Introduction to Mixed Media - All Abilities

High volumes of enquiries - August 2024

Due to high numbers of enquiries, there are currently longer waiting times on the phones and a delay to responses for voicemails, emails and enquiries.

We apologise for any inconvenience and are working as quickly as possible to get to you.

Course intent

During this course, you will focus on developing a bold painting through direct observation using expressive techniques including soft pastels, charcoal, ink and watercolour, with an introduction to mixed media techniques.

What will I learn?

You will learn to: · Distinguish the use of tone, colour, and composition through practice, discussion and demonstration. · Using watercolour and mixed materials · Review work through group discussion and one to one support · Develop confidence in using the techniques and methods of working with this fascinating medium

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This course is suitable for all abilities. Those with some experience who need a refresher and wish to develop further, and to those who have been working for a while.

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

You need to bring: · Watercolour brushes · A palette · A pad of watercolour paper (Cold pressed/NOT surface) weight 300gsm · Any other media like watercolour pencils, pastels or inks you may already have purchased · A pad of A3 cartridge paper · Soft grade of pencils (2B to 6B) · A soft rubber

Materials will be discussed at the first session with advice on what to bring for the course.

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 on to 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

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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Details

  • Day: Wednesday
  • Start date: 25 Sep 2024
  • Time: 12:15pm to 2:45pm
  • Cost: £247
  • Location: Molesey centre
  • Sessions: 11 sessions
  • Tutor: Roger Hutchins
  • Course code: QLDX3060GA
  • Places: Waiting list. Call 0300 200 1044

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