About the course

Students will be exposed to a wide variety of techniques and artists to expand their horizons and encourage creative experimentation. We will work in a range of different media, for example:

• Drawing – pastel, charcoal, pen and ink
• Painting – acrylics and watercolours
• Printmaking – mono print and lino print

We will also be looking at the 7 elements of art: the stylistic features that are included within an art piece to help the artist communicate. The seven most common elements are line, shape, texture, form, space, colour and value.

Techniques and projects change each year and sessions focus on a theme, experimenting to develop new ideas for future projects.

Delivery

Learners will attend weekly lessons in college. Materials are included in the course fees.

Adult education students are given limited access to the library at Collyer’s. The library is available term-time only between 4.30pm and 6pm Monday to Thursdays and from 4.30pm until 5pm on Fridays. The library facilities include computers, study stations, print-based and electronic learning materials, printers and scanners.

There is also a special study room set aside for adult education students on the second floor of the library. Please ask a member of library staff to give you admittance.

Course suitability

This course is suitable for anyone who enjoys the challenge of experimentation. The course is tailored to suit individual needs, from beginners to advanced students.

If you have done this course before, there will be ways to further your skills. The tutor will adapt to your needs.

How to apply

If you wish to apply, please click here or call or email us if you have any questions on 01403 216597 or adulted@collyers.ac.uk.

Fees

A deposit of £75 is due at the point of booking to secure a place on the course. The balance of the course fee is due one week before the start of the course. Students can apply upon booking to pay the balance in instalments.

Course fees are the same for all students – there are no concessions available.
For further details, please see our Fees page.