Drawing and Painting Part 2 (C) (UC09L03C)

Course overview

This course will build on from Introduction to Drawing and Painting. Through observational drawing, studies of tone, form, colour and composition the core skills of Art will be explored in greater depth.

The focus of this course will be making images of animals and birds in the landscape. You will study and create images of a variety of creatures in their environmental settings, and explore these through using a range of art mediums.

Where This is an online course.

When Monday, 12:30pm - 2:30pm from 11th January 2021 until 22nd March 2021 for 10 weeks.

15th February (Half Term)

Cost The full fee is £127.00. The concessionary fee is £63.00.

What you already need to know

This course is, ideally, for those who have attended a year of Introduction to Drawing and Painting courses or have some experience of the basic foundation skills of art.

What you will learn

You will continue to develop observational drawing and accuracy of line, use tone to show form, develop painting techniques, apply colour theory and have opportunities to create finished compositions. You will have opportunities to experiment with the effects of different art materials, evaluate the work of a variety of artists and record your own personal development through the use of a sketchbook.

Part 2 students will continue to explore different approaches and techniques and build on skills as the year develops.


Topics covered will include:

• Form and how to produce the effect of dimension with light and shade
• Devices and approaches that can help improve the accuracy of drawing
• Building a repertoire of brush marks and painting techniques
• Creating artwork using a selection of different compositional rules
• Exploring colour and aspects of colour-theory for different effects

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. Through practical work, there will be an opportunity to explore your own ideas and methods and to receive individual tuition. There will also be an opportunity to look at the source material and the work of other artists.

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

• An A3 sketchbook/paper.
• Drawing materials - different grade pencils
• Painting kit - preferred paints and brushes, palette, water pots.
• A portfolio to keep your work together but a large bag will do optional

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

What I enjoyed most about the course was -

I feel most confident with drawing. I've learnt to use perspective, which has definitely improved
my drawing.

Actually knowing that I can draw and paint! I am most proud of the faces I have drawn and painted
and tonal value and colour paintings.

Next steps within this subject with ACRES

If you would like to continue learning drawing and painting, Riga's next Drawing and Painting Part 2 course will start on 19th April 2021. We hope to be able to offer this course back in its usual venue, the Belmont Centre.

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