Oil Painting - Techniques & Mediums Workshop - Beginners [SSK]

Course intent

An intensive course to introduce you to the wonderful world of oil painting. The course will help you to discover a range of basic methods of oil painting using a sketchbook, photographs, found images or direct observation.

What will I learn?

You will learn:

• to distinguish the use of tone, colour, composition and perspective
• how to use both drawing and painting materials with confidence
• correct cleaning of equipment
• how 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?

  This course is designed for beginners with the tutor teaching techniques and skills step-by-step. This means that all learners will be able to watch each part of the process before having a go themselves.

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

  You need to bring:

• an A3 pad of 300gsm cartridge paper
• soft grade pencils (4B or 6B)
• soft rubber
• graphite stick

  What can I do when I finish the course?

  In discussion with your tutor, you may like to progress onto other fine art courses with SAL, or other providers.

  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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