
Art Practical: Intermediate Watercolours with Mixed Media
Course details
Course code
Q00021545Course date
Number of classes
10 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
Deborah CroftsFee range
How you'll learn
Venue
OnlineLevel of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
This 10-week course is aimed at intermediate level students and will introduce methods for finding inspiration when using different drawing and painting media alongside watercolours. It also aims to help you to explore ways of working spontaneously and expressively.
Sessions will contain ideas for exploring self-expression and encourage you to try new ways of approaching your paintings. There will be the opportunity to see and use a variety of sources including books, handouts, photographs, sketchbooks as well as ideas that emerge during the sessions.
Weekly vocal discussions and tutor feedback will enable you to take part in sharing ideas and constructive comments about your artworks and as well as that of other students on the course.
Teaching will include the use of a variety of creative prompts, demonstrations, downloadable handouts and other relevant online resources on Canvas and the Internet. Discussion groups on Canvas will also be made available for you to upload images of your artworks to and receive written encouragement and comments from the tutor and other students on the course.
Options you might want to take-up after this course, include a further follow on intermediate watercolour course.
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