Drawing & Painting - Advanced

Course intent

This course will help you to establish a range of advanced methods of drawing & painting using a sketchbook, photographs, found images and direct observation.

What will I learn?

You will

• Develop individual skills in tone, colour and composition
• Researching & inspiring other artists work
• Gain confidence in using both drawing and painting materials
• Have access to one to one support
• Discover and develop your abilities through a mixture of practice, discussion and demonstration techniques

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

  This course is suitable for improving and advanced painters with a good understanding of the subject. Particularly for those who want to be encouraged to develop a more creative, or abstract approach.

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

  You need to bring:

• Drawing & painting materials you may already have purchased
• A pad of A3 cartridge paper
• Soft grade of pencils (4B or 6B)
• A soft rubber and/or a graphite stick
• Notebook and pen

Any materials and resources that you may need throughout the course will be discussed at induction.

If you have any queries, please email the tutor at adultlearning@surreycc.gov.uk

What can I do when I finish the course?

One-day workshops are available for specific subjects such as throwing and turning.

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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