Introduction to Drawing from Observation - moving into colour COURSE CANCELLED (OL09L67B)

Course overview

Explore the components of observational drawing and picture making; to build up skills, knowledge and ultimately the confidence of each learner so that they feel able to enjoy drawing a complete and convincing picture.

Where This is an online course.

When Tuesday, 7:00pm - 9:00pm from 3rd November 2020 until 1st December 2020 for 5 weeks.

Cost The full fee is £66.00. The concessionary fee is £34.00.


Additional Costs
Please see list under "What do I need to bring to the first session". The tutor will advise of any other materials required at the first session. To avoid unnecessary cost please do not purchase any materials or textbooks until you are certain that your course will run. Course decisions are normally made a week prior to the course start date.

What you already need to know

This course is for beginners with little or no drawing experience and students who have completed the first Introduction to Drawing from Observation online course.

What you will learn

New students will be taught the building blocks of observational drawing. Topics will include composition, perspective, space, scale and tone.

For returning students you will be introduced to a wider range of artists and have the opportunity to start looking at colour. You will explore how to interpret colour and how to use it to show form and space. The tutor will also advise you on colour mediums such as colour chalk pastels and conte crayons.

How you will learn it

Using the online medium you will learn directly from your tutor as well as through tutor demonstrations, presentations, online resources and group discussion. You will have plenty of opportunity to develop your practical skills and your tutor will give you guidance and feedback as you establish and undertake personal project work.

Padlet will be used to create an online interactive course support page with information, images, examples, demonstrations and video links uploaded to support each session as well as an online gallery for student work. Both of these can be accessed via the links given at the course start and can be used to support your development both in and away from the online classroom.

Bring to the first session

ACRES' online courses will be taught in real time using the video platform 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 it is not essential, you may choose to create a separate email account for your online learning (preferably Gmail which is most compatible with Google Meet). This will give you the added security to allow you to share your email address with your tutor and other students on the course to enhance your learning experience, without disclosing your personal information.

At the start of the course and before each lesson your tutor will send you an invitation with a link to join the class and any further information including resources and equipment you will need for the lesson.


Materials and items you will need to do the course

• A range of pencils 2b, 4b, 6b, 8b (three of these)
• and /or a mixed thickness box of charcoal,
• A putty rubber, and a standard eraser,
• An A2 sketchbook, (cartridge paper)

The tutor will advise you of any further materials required during the course.

Extra study or practice

Drawing between sessions is not compulsory but it may help you to practise skills covered in class.

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

"I loved the course. Belinda was just wonderful. Informative, imaginative and inspirational-with a strong sense of humour too!!"

"The tutor was inspirational."

Next steps within this subject with ACRES

If you would like to continue learning drawing, Belinda will be offering further drawing courses in the New Year.

Please check our website for up to date information on all upcoming ACRES courses.

Future steps beyond ACRES

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

Further information

For more help with your course choice please ask your tutor, or visit the visit the ACRES website.
Alternatively, consult our latest brochure or contact a member of the team on 01825 761820.