Watercolour Painting - Beginners & Improvers

Course intent

Explore the rich history and context of watercolour. Learn a range of methods of watercolour painting and how to apply them. You will take inspiration from photographs, found images and direct observation to paint better pictures. Develop personal expression through a mixture of practice, discussion, and demonstration techniques.

What will I learn?

You will learn:

• a good basic knowledge of the materials and equipment used in watercolour painting
• the techniques and processes used in watercolour painting including mixing various washes, use dry brush and discover a range of brush handling techniques
• how to take part in group discussions about watercolour painting
• to 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?

Suitable for complete beginners or those with some experience.

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

Suggested basic equipment:

• Paper: Watercolour paper – Bockingford 140lb. (300 gsm) or similar.
• Brushes: Synthetic or synthetic/hair mixtures, Round: 2, 6 and 8 or larger and a flat: ¾ or 1”
• Paints: Student watercolours in tubes or pans
• Gummed brown paper strip 1½ or 2”
• Watercolour palette for mixing paint
• F, HB, B pencils
• Tissues and/or cotton rags
• Small natural sponge

  What can I do when I finish the course?

  To progress to other courses in painting, drawing, illustration, life drawing, mixed media, and watercolour. Take up other art & craft courses and workshops.

  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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