Introduction to Drawing and Painting (C) ONLINE (HE09F47E)

Course overview

Develop your skills and confidence in drawing and painting. You will learn about the core skills of art by exploring observation, tone, form, colour and composition through drawing and painting. This is a continuation of the course that started in the Autumn Term. Please contact the ACRES office to enquire about spaces if you have not previously enrolled on this course.

Where This is an online course.

When Thursday, 10:00am - 12:00pm from 14th May 2020 until 9th July 2020 for 8 weeks.

28th May (Half Term)

Cost The full fee is £98.00. The concessionary fee is £52.00.


Additional Costs
To avoid unnecessary cost please do not purchase any materials or text books until you are certain that your course will run. Course decisions are normally made a week prior to the course start date. Course fees over £115 can be paid in one single payment at enrolment or in instalments by Standing Order. Please contact the office for details.

During the course

This is an online course which will be taught in real time using a video platform (usually Google Meet), supported by other online resources. To ensure you get the most out of the course and can fully participate in the sessions you will interact with your tutor and other students through speaking,
listening and the chat function, as well as being able to see each other via the video links, though you can turn off your camera and microphone at any time. You will therefore need to have access to
either a laptop, computer or portable device (eg tablet or phone) (this ideally needs to be less than 5 years old), with a camera / webcam and microphone, as well as a good broadband / Wi-Fi connection.

Though not a prerequisite, we would advise that you create a separate email account for your online learning prior to the start of the course and let the ACRES' Office and your tutor know the address.This will be more secure and also allow you to share your email address with other students on thecourse to enhance your learning experience, without disclosing your personal information.

Please note that this course has been converted from the previously advertised classroom based
course and whilst we will endeavour to deliver the subject as outlined in the Course Information Sheet content may need to be adapted or changed to ensure you receive the best possible learning
experience. Your tutor will give you further details and information, including any resources or
equipment you need, prior to the start of the course.

You will be sent more information about your course, including how to join your online sessions, in
due course.

What you already need to know

You do not need any previous knowledge.

What you will learn

You will gain confidence in observational drawing, looking at tone, colour theory and composition as well as have the opportunity to experiment with different mediums and record your own personal development through the use of a sketchbook.

Beginners will be exposed to lots of different approaches and techniques and you will build on your skills as the year develops. Returners will further develop their skills and start exploring their own individual artistic pathway.

Topics covered will include:
- ways to represent tone in drawing
- ways to construct composition
- colour theory
- mixing different pallets
- brush techniques

How you will learn it

There will be a combination of methods throughout the course. Your learning will be supported by tutor demonstrations and teaching. Through practical work there will be the opportunity to explore your own ideas and methods and to receive individual tuition. There will also be opportunity to look at source material and the work of other artists and to participate in group discussions.

Bring to the first session

You will need a sketchbook / paper.

Drawing materials - different grade pencils.
(Painting kit - preferred paints and brushes, palette, water pots will be needed later in the course - your tutor can advise you of what you will need).

A handy optional item would be a portfolio to keep your work together but a large bag will do.

Extra study or practice

You may wish to spend time at home practising skills and techniques from the classes.

How to enrol

You can enrol by phoning ACRES' House on 01825 761820 on Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 4 pm. Alternatively, to register your interest in a course please email adultlearning@acres.org.uk with the course title and your contact details and a member of the team will call you back to enrol you on your chosen course.

Previous students say

"Ian is very patient and takes time to really help you."
"I have learnt so much, mainly what I still need to learn!"
"I am loving the art class, I really look forward to it every week."

Next steps within this subject with ACRES

This course continues throughout the year on the same day and time. You will be able to further develop your skills and build in confidence with your artwork.

Future steps beyond ACRES

Find out about other courses with the National Careers Service for opportunities to extend your skills and knowledge.

Further information

Please visit our website at www.acreslearning.org.uk, see our brochure, or alternatively contact a member of the team on 01825 761820.