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Art Practical: Developing techniques in Watercolour

This course is aimed at beginner to intermediate artists interested in mastering the art of watercolour painting. Participants will learn essential techniques such as washes, glazing, and wet-on-wet, as well as colour mixing and composition. Through guided exercises and projects, students will develop their skills and confidence in using watercolours to create expressive and vibrant artworks. By the end of the course, students will have created a diverse portfolio of watercolour artworks, demonstrating their growth and proficiency with the medium. This course offers a supportive and enriching environment for artists to explore the expressive potential of watercolours, enhancing both their technical skills and creative confidence.
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Dates:
Thu 05/09/2024 -
Thu 03/10/2024
Location:
Woodend Creative (Scarborough)
The Crescent
Scarborough
YO11 2PW
Course code:
Q00018360
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £42.00

Art Appreciation: Local Artists Part 3

This 5 week course delves into the works of five local artists featuring Arthur Lett-Haines, Jennifer Andrews, Anthony Atkinson, Charles Bartlett and Malcolm H. Carter. Each week explores key art concepts including, colour and composition through samples of their work. You will engage in group discussions, take notes and recall information. By the end of the course, you will be able to notice significant local artists describe their artistic methods, spot similarities and differences amongst local artists, deconstruct essential components of artworks and select a preferred piece based on personal opinion.
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Dates:
Fri 06/09/2024 -
Fri 04/10/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Castle Methodist Church (Colchester)
Maidenburgh Street
Colchester
CO1 1TT
Tutor:
Abbie Cairns
Course code:
Q00017691
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £42.00

Art Appreciation: An Introduction to How to Look at Paintings.

Have you ever wondered how to look at a painting or what draws you to it? This session will give you an introduction and some key pathways to develop your understanding and appreciation of paintings. Looking at how the painter makes depth and Space or how the painter uses colour and light. We will mainly study the technical and visual aspects of a painting: What is a painting made of? And how to look at its scale, format, composition, colours, lines and texture? This is quite literally an “eye-opener”, and should make your next visits to art galleries even more enjoyable!
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Dates:
Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 10/09/2024
Times:
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Caroline Levisse
Course code:
Q00018680
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £12.00

Intermediate Watercolours: Expressive and Creative Effects Part 1

Have you learnt the basics of painting in watercolours and are looking for fresh ideas? Do you want to learn how to create expressive and creative textures and effects in watercolours? Are you unsure where to start, what to use and how to use it? Why not join this course to explore your own creativity, find inspiration and receive support and encouragement? This ten-week course aims to provide lots of ideas and techniques for working spontaneously and expressively as well as how to create a variety of different textures and effects. You will also have the opportunity to share ideas and take part in weekly discussions about your artworks with the tutor and other students on the course.
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Dates:
Mon 16/09/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Deborah Crofts
Course code:
Q00017573
How you'll learn:
Online
Status:
Waiting list
Fee range
Free to £74.00

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Art Practical: Beginners Art Practical

The theme this term is ‘Learn from the Best’, which will give us a focus for exploring a range of arts materials and techniques. It is a traditional method to examine and copy famous and excellent artists to learn their techniques. We will be looking at a selection of artists, learning from their style and recreating our own original works in that style. Studying a variety of artists will give us a focus for exploring a range of different arts materials and techniques including pastels, watercolour, oil, acrylic and other paints. This is a friendly and supportive group, offering a space for experimentation.
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Dates:
Mon 16/09/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024
Location:
The Parish Centre (Chesterfield)
91 Sheffield Road
Chesterfield
S41 7JH
Course code:
Q00015903
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Art Practical: Art by the Sea

Experiment with a range of materials and complete a number of exciting projects in art including landscape painting and a personal project. This course offers expert but accessible instruction in drawing, colour mixing, landscape painting and a personal project such as a portrait or abstract design. The course takes place at Ashley Place, which is a residential home for adults with a physical disability, but the course is open to everyone from the community with or without a disability.
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Dates:
Tue 17/09/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
13 sessions
Location:
Ashley Place (Bognor Regis)
Kings Parade
Bognor Regis
PO21 2QP
Tutor:
Frank Ferrie
Course code:
Q00010871
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
2 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £109.20

Art Practical: Improvers

Continue developing your artistic skills with our Art Practical: Improvers course. Explore advanced techniques in drawing and painting to create detailed and expressive artworks. Ideal for individuals with basic art knowledge looking to enhance their abilities.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 17/09/2024 -
Tue 10/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
West End Neighbourhood Centre (Leicester
Andrewes Street
Leicester
LE3 5PA
Tutor:
Nicola Tarlton-Weatherall
Course code:
Q00017195
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80

Art Practical: Introduction to Abstract Art

Learn painting techniques inspired by historical and contemporary abstract artists.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024
Times:
11:00am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00010181
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Art Practical: Abstract Art

Explore the world of abstract art with our Art Practical: Abstract Art course. Learn techniques for creating expressive, non-representational artworks using various mediums. Ideal for individuals looking to experiment with abstract styles and develop their artistic voice.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024
Times:
11:00am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00017367
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Art Practical: Improvers

Continue developing your artistic skills with our Art Practical: Improvers course. Explore advanced techniques in drawing and painting to create detailed and expressive artworks. Ideal for individuals with basic art knowledge looking to enhance their abilities.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 11/12/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
ADHAR PROJECT at Our Lady of Good Counse
Gleneagles Avenue
Leicester
LE4 7YL
Tutor:
Nicola Tarlton-Weatherall
Course code:
Q00017192
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80