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Drawing and Painting - Mixed Ability

Course code: P02611

Subject area: Art & Design

Study level: Part Time

Course level: E

Course details

Course time:

18:30 - 21:00

Days of week:

Wednesday

Course date:

6th Jan 2027 - 24th Mar 2027

Course location:

Old Mill Hall

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

Discover the exciting skills of drawing and painting and create your own unique art samples.
The course provides a structured introduction to a range of art and design activities. Students are encouraged to experiment with a variety of materials and techniques, and find their strength. The exploration and development of ideas is also a key element of the course. Enthusiasm and commitment are essential and more important than formal qualifications.

Main topics covered: • The basic rules of sketching a still life in basic shape and proportions.• Techniques of modern artists related to still life.• Basic rules of perspective.• Colour theory.• Creating a three-dimensional image of a still-life in gouache by using different tonal patterns and knowledge about the main rules of perspective. • The basic rules of sketching a portrait in basic shape and proportions.• Shading techniques to create three-dimensional imagery of a portrait on a two-dimensional plane.

Please note there are no classes during half term.

What next?
There will be a continuation course Drawing and Painting - Mixed Ability - Summer.
Entry criteria
No formal qualification necessary, but students should have had some prior experience of working in art & design e.g. GCSE/O level or evening class work.

Please note - you should be 19 years old or over at 31st August 2026 prior to starting the course.

Fee information
This course includes a material fee that provides essential resources and hands-on demonstrations, empowering you to achieve your learning goals and master new skills with confidence.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

Co-Funded Fee (19+)

£294.45

Reduced Fee (19+)

£157.23