Oil Painting - Styles & Techniques - All Abilities

Course intent

During this course, you will learn a range of styles & techniques in oil painting through the use of sketchbook, photographs, researched images or direct observation.

What will I learn?

"You will learn:

• Skills in tone, colour and composition through practice & demonstration
• Researching & inspiring other artists work
• Develop your individual techniques
• Gaining confidence in using drawing & painting materials
• The overall aim is to help you 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 This course is suitable for beginners or those with a little or more experience.

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

  "You need to bring:

• A pen, a ruler
• A4 cartridge paper (tutor recommends Daler Rowney)
• Pencils: 2H, HB, B, 2B, 4B
• A sharpener or craft knife and a plastic rubber.

The tutor will discuss painting equipment once you have started the course. If you have any queries before the course starts, please email the tutor on adultlearning@surreycc.gov.uk "

What can I do when I finish the course?

There are other courses available with SAL as well as one-day specific 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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