Life & Portrait & Printmaking - The Figure & Monoprint Workshop - All Abilities

Course intent

A dynamic life drawing workshop using drawing then mono printing methods. You will explore two mono-print techniques in this class: simple, linear mono-printing using the plate and expressive, mark-making approaches using the gelli-plates to create expressive works inspired by the human figure.

What will I learn?

You will learn how to: · draw the figure from life · use composition and scale · describe shape, texture and space · work with rhythm and gesture · use collage and mixed media · use abstraction in your work

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

This is a mixed ability class, so all are welcome.

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

You need to bring: · A3 or A2 cartridge paper · Selection of papers (A4-A3) different colours and textures (these could also be ‘found’ papers like newspaper, envelopes, recycling etc.) · Drawing media (any combination of pencil, graphite, charcoal, pen etc.) · Colour pastels (chalk or oil) · Glue stick · Scissors · Masking tape

What can I do when I finish the course?

Learners can progress onto other Arts & Crafts courses with 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. Surrey Adult Learning values and supports equality and diversity by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

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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