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Drawing and Painting Intermediate Level - Using Acrylic paints
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More information about this Course
01. Who is this course for?
This is a course designed for those with some experience in drawing and painting and of working with acrylic paint. They need to be interested in having a go independently, learning from trying new things, and keen to share ideas with others. This is not an advanced course.
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02. What will I learn?
You will further develop drawing and painting skills using acrylic paints and use imagery and ideas from life and the natural world as subject matter and inspiration. You will extend your awareness of the basic properties of acrylic paint and ways of using it and will experience other tools and media such as acrylic pens and acrylic ink. You will extend your knowledge of colour theory, choose some of your own subject matter, and explore painting on different scales and surfaces. You will practice techniques to build confidence further and will look at the work of other artists.
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03. How will I learn?
This course combines tutor-led and independent learning activities. Images and other reference materials will be used to support your learning. You will regular verbal feedback on your progress each week and a chance to learn from other learners in your class also. An Individual Learning Plan (ILP) will record in writing the learning objectives of your course and allows you, and your tutor, to evaluate your progress and set personal learning goals too.
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04. What will I need to bring?
You will need to bring a pencil, a soft eraser, pencil sharpener or craft knife, a drawing board, acrylic paints and brushes, acrylic or watercolour paper. An acrylic pen and acrylic ink will be used later in the course. You will also need a pen to complete your ILP. There may be other resources you become interested in as the course progresses which can be talked about. More information will be given in class.
Each class is 2 hours long. Bring a drink and snack if you need to.
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05. What skills or experience do I need?
You need some experience of painting with acrylic paint. You need to be happy to have a go, work independently and to make mistakes to learn from them. You need to be happy to share ideas with others. This course is not suitable for beginners
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06. How will I be assessed?
The Learning for Wellbeing curriculum uses formative and summative assessment methods to evaluate learner progress. You will work towards completing learning targets set in class, as well as your own personal development targets. Targets are reviewed at the middle and end of the course. Informal discussions and critiques with the tutor and learners will take place throughout the course, both individually and in groups.
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07. What could I do after this course?
You may wish to further develop your skills by trying a different media. There are a variety of other creative courses also so why not try something else from the Learning for Wellbeing curriculum. There is a wide range of art, craft, sewing, cookery, dance and creative arts courses for you to continue developing. Courses are available to search on the GoLearn website.
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