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Art Practical: How to draw and paint with confidence
Course details
Course code
Q00019285Course date
Number of classes
7 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
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How you'll learn
Venue
Horden Youth & Community Centre (PeterleEden Street
Horden
Peterlee
SR8 4LH
Level 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
During this FREE 7-week Art course you will learn how to understand the importance of still life art, developing observational skills, and mastering the techniques needed to represent objects realistically. By the end of the course, you will gain confidence to create realistic and expressive still life drawings, understanding both the technical and creative aspects of the art form.
You will also learn how to use continuous line and value by focusing on developing the skills needed to create dynamic, expressive drawings using a single, unbroken line and enhancing those drawings with a nuanced understanding of value (light and shadow).
You will then gain the opportunity to draw winter trees allowing you to capture the stark beauty and intricate details of trees in their bare state.
Negative space painting ill be delivered which is an artistic technique that focuses on painting the background or the space around an object rather than the object itself. This method highlights the subject by emphasizing the space that surrounds it, creating a unique visual effect and often leading to more abstract or minimalist compositions.
And finally expressionist art movement will be covered which was a pivotal development in the early 20th century, characterized by its focus on representing raw emotion, personal experience, and subjective interpretation rather than objective reality.
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What financial support is available?
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We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.
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What other support is available?
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All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.
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