Painting & Drawing Art Classes – Beginner to Intermediate

During this art course you will be introduced to a variety of drawing techniques and materials designed to improve your accuracy and knowledge.
You will combined painting and drawing techniques to create an accurate drawing and learn how to perceive and render light and dark values in preparation for painting as well as the use of line and tone. Students will explore ideas, techniques, historical and contemporary painting and drawing practice and choose techniques to support your own work

Here is a list of recommended materials;

For your first class;

– A Visual diary or A3 sketch book,
– Graphite pencils 2B, 4B, 6B, sharpener & eraser

For subsequent classes;

– Set of paints & brushes (can be acrylics or oils)*
– Something to paint your major work on. You can choose A3 sized ready made canvas or primed board or masonite.
– Optional: a set of coloured pencils

*If you already have paints bring along what you have.
If you don’t already have paints don’t rush out and buy some.
Your tutor will discuss with you your objectives and recommend the best starting set of paints to invest in.

– the advantages and disadvantages of oil and acrylic painting
– choosing the appropriate art materials
– colour mixing
– how to use underpainting to create depth and substance
– developing and extending your personal style

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