Interested in starting a HTQ or Higher Apprenticeship?
Join us for the launch of our HTQs and Higher Apprenticeships on July 17th.
Course code: QPRV101P
Subject area: Art & Design
Study level: Part Time
Course level: U
Course time:
15:30 - 17:30
Days of week:
Monday
Course date:
23rd Sept 2024 - 9th Dec 2024
Course location:
District Community CentreYou will: Explore a variety of washes and use of brushwork Learn how to mix different colours and how to achieve light and shade. Experiment with different watercolour effects to produce creative textures on paper. Explore and develop your own personal style and painting signature. Receive lots of help and advice through demonstrations from your tutor, plus one to one guidance and creative work within a supportive group setting. Please do not purchase equipment/materials until your course has been confirmed. What you need to bring to the first session: A4 watercolour paper pad - 140lb or 300gsm, no lighter ( a pad of Langton Rough is recommended)
Paints - such as Winsor and Newton’s Cotman range or Daler Rowney’s Georgian range- Tubes are much easier, so, tubes indoors is probably the best option, rather than pans.Colours: • Essential: Cadmium Red, Cadmium Yellow, Ultra Marine Blue, Viridian Green (or Phthalo Green, but not both!), Permanent Rose (very helpful for flower painters), Burnt Sienna, Yellow Ochre.
Selection of brushes- Choose from sable brushes at the top end, nylon brushes at the cheap end or synthetic Sable blends in the middle• A big one and a small one. (Number ten round and a number two round recommended for smaller A4 or A3 sized paintings). If you work big then a large hake is useful
Small white plate/palette to mix colour on. Jam jar for water Kitchen paper HB pencil and sharpener Eraser
Please note there is no session on 28/10/24.
There is Free parking at this venue
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 555 585 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.
19+ Fee:
Tuition Fee: £90.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Total Cost: £90.00
19+ Reduced Fee:
Tuition Fee: £0.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Total Cost: £0.00