Level 1 NCFE Award in Creative Craft (Painting and Drawing)

About this course

The course introduces painting and drawing through observational and expressive approaches, with study of tone, mark making, spatial systems and colour theory. Learners explore ideas through projects, research and tutorials, working with both physical and digital formats. Teaching includes demonstrations through targeted tasks, discussion, individual tutorials and regular feedback. Learners document their work digitally, upload it online and develop a digital or e-portfolio for assessment. Progress is assessed at stages through observation, written and oral feedback, and review with the tutor.

What you'll learn

• Apply observational and expressive approaches to drawing and painting
• Use tone, mark making, spatial systems and colour theory in visual work
• Research and develop ideas through projects and visual language
• Record artwork systematically in digital and non-digital formats
• Compile a digital or e-portfolio for assessment

Is this course right for you?

The course is aimed at beginners with a keen interest in painting and drawing. Learners need at least E3 Functional Skills in English and basic IT skills, as weekly assignments involve working on a computer and uploading work online.

• Requires a minimum of E3 Functional Skills in English
• Basic IT skills are needed for computer-based assignments and online uploads
• Learners work independently on self-directed study between taught activities

Before you go

• Course materials include card, paper, standard paint colours and a sketchbook.
• Learners need a basic art kit for self-directed study, including items such as brushes, pencils, paints, inks, chalks, charcoal, pens and scissors.