Fine Art: Drawing and Painting, Watercolour - Beginners and Improvers

About this course

Learners choose from project ideas spanning traditional, abstract and imaginative subjects, then develop a main artwork through research, planning and sketchbook work. Guidance covers elements and principles of art, including line, shape, form, colour, texture, balance, perspective and proportion, alongside references to relevant artists. Teaching combines tutor guidance with individual support, group discussion, questions, peer input and critique. Participants develop drawing skills while experimenting with different media and considering how visual research and creative decisions shape a finished piece of work.

What you'll learn

• Plan and research an artwork using sketchbook ideas and visual references
• Apply elements and principles of art when developing creative work
• Develop basic drawing skills through guided projects
• Experiment with a variety of creative media and techniques
• Evaluate completed work through discussion, critique and feedback

Is this course right for you?

The course is open to learners regardless of ability or previous experience, with activities tailored to individual starting points. Participation includes independent project development alongside group discussion, peer support, research, homework and critique.

• Learners can choose from a range of project directions and develop an individual main artwork
• The course includes both one-to-one and group discussion
• Assessment involves research, homework, completed-work critique and feedback

Before you go

• Participants should bring an A3 paper pad, sketchbook, HB pencil, eraser or putty rubber, sharpener, masking tape and a preferred choice of colour media.