Watercolour and Water-Based Media

About this course

The course covers watercolour, gouache, water-soluble pencils and crayons, brush and ink, with an emphasis on contemporary approaches. Practical projects explore paint handling and techniques including transparent washes, masking, wet-into-wet blending and dry brush. Teaching combines demonstrations, individual tuition, handouts and visual aids. Regular group reviews and discussions support consideration of colour theory, representational and abstract image-making, and historical and contemporary developments in water-based media.

What you'll learn

• Apply watercolour techniques including transparent washes, masking, wet-into-wet blending and dry brush
• Explain basic principles of colour theory
• Use water-based media to create representational and abstract images
• Identify historical precedents and contemporary trends in watercolour and related media

Is this course right for you?

The course is open to learners at all levels and experience. It can accommodate those developing fundamental techniques as well as more experienced students extending their skills and exploring unfamiliar media. The course may also suit learners preparing a portfolio for progression to an Art and Design Foundation or Access programme.

• Suitable for learners with varied levels of experience
• More experienced students can explore further techniques and materials
• Relevant to learners developing a portfolio for art and design progression

Before you go

• Drawing paper, a tear-off palette, paper towel and a water container are provided at the workstation.
• A list of materials needed for each week is provided at the start of the course.
• The class is in a first-floor room with no lift access.