Arts

This is a practical art course for those new to creating artwork and people with some experience. The course will introduce you to basic painting and drawing techniques. During the sessions your tutor will help you develop your skills in sketching, painting and using mixed media such as collage. You will also look at the work of famous painters from the past and contemporary artists. Students will learn about artists’ ideas and be encouraged to discuss and talk about their own personal artwork and inspiration for it. Some resources will be available but please do bring sketch pad and pencil, and any watercolours, and brushes.

This course will help you understand watercolour techniques interrelated with drawing skills, and in connection with inspiring examples in art history. It will help you learn classical techniques in a subtle way, by relating them to examples by various masters of drawing and watercolour (such as Dürer, Turner or Cezanne) and contemporary artists (such as David Hockney or Anselm Kiefer). If you would like to have a fresh view of watercolour painting and drawing, and learn how to achieve expressivity by carefully combining techniques such as glazing, graded wash or cross-hatching, this course will offer you an overview and will inspire personal artworks of great subtlety and sensitivity It will also encourage you to create your own original artworks based on the techniques learned and it will bring a fresh perspective on known techniques and styles, if you have already practised them in your own paintings. You will need to bring your own materials, paints and paper along for this course. The tutor will let you know what to bring

Welcome to the world of creativity! This beginners' course in arts and crafts is designed to introduce you to various artistic techniques and mediums, providing you with a solid foundation to explore your creativity. Whether you're a complete novice or someone looking to refresh their skills, this course will guide you through the fundamentals of different art forms, encouraging you to express yourself through hands-on projects.

This course will focus on working from the landscape to make original works of art. It will explore creative approaches and different ways of working to create paintings and develop your skills in landscape painting.

Welcome to the world of creativity! This beginners' course in arts and crafts is designed to introduce you to various artistic techniques and mediums, providing you with a solid foundation to explore your creativity. Whether you're a complete novice or someone looking to refresh their skills, this course will guide you through the fundamentals of different art forms, encouraging you to express yourself through hands-on projects.

This practical and engaging art course gives you the opportunity to explore different painting approaches, techniques and subjects, and begin to find your own style. Learn in a supportive environment where you can learn at your own pace, with an experience tutor who is ready to inspire you and help you reach your potential.

This course will show initial practical skills and methods used in Drawing and Painting. Taking a calm and relaxed approach to exploring ways of seeing and expressing with a range of materials. It explores colour theory in Art and exploration of painting techniques to develop your observational skill levels. Simple exercises are followed to make connections between mark making and painting from observation. Reflective practice is encouraged to document and develop your ideas tracked through sketchbook notes. Development of these skills will enable your confidence to produce imaginative and creative work.

This Mosaic course is designed to introduce you to new craft skills and help you develop a new craft, whilst designing different images and relaxing, enjoying, being creative with others.

Join us to unleash your creativity and develop your skills in mediums of your choice to respond to the projects. This course will give you the opportunity to explore a range of themes and ideas which will inspire creative responses using a range of mediums to suit subject and preference. Join us to be inspired & creative. Learners will develop and share ideas within the sessions. Whatever your creative direction this course is designed to inspire and guide you to develop your creative confidence. Discover how the enjoyment of creative art can be creatively enjoyable and beneficial for well-being.

In this comprehensive course, you will dive into the captivating world of acrylic painting. Over the duration of the course, you will be guided through a journey that encompasses fundamental drawing and painting skills. You will develop the ability to recalland apply various drawing and painting techniques with a specific emphasis on the versatility of acrylics. Gain an in depth understanding of these techniques, enabling you to expertly compare, contrast, and evaluate their effectiveness in your acrylic artwork. At the end of the course, you will put your skills to the test as you independently craft a final outcome in the medium of acrylics.