Why Study This Course?
Want to develop your figure painting skills? This course is designed to help you explore colour, mark-making, and composition while working from the figure. You’ll gain confidence in your painting abilities through practical exercises and one-to-one support. This course is perfect for those with some prior art experience who want to refine their techniques and develop their artistic voice. You’ll learn to work with a range of models and receive personalised guidance to help you grow.
This course focuses on acrylic painting, with the option to explore oil painting. You will:
Develop your understanding of colour, mark-making, and composition.
Work with clothed and unclothed models to tackle weekly painting challenges.
Receive one-to-one support and mentoring tailored to your individual practice.
Enhance your technical skills and foster your artistic growth.
This course covers:
Line, Mark, and Volume: Explore the mechanics of figure painting through line, mark, and volume in paint across a range of subjects.
Colour Theory: Develop an understanding of the colour wheel through colour mixing and harnessing relationships between tone and colour, colour contrasts, and colour temperature.
Historical and Contemporary Approaches: Absorb examples of different approaches to painting the figure through supporting references.
Confidence Building: Gain confidence from making and discussing your own work and that of others.
This course focuses on acrylic painting, with the option to explore oil painting. You will:
Develop your understanding of colour, mark-making, and composition.
Work with clothed and unclothed models to tackle weekly painting challenges.
Receive one-to-one support and mentoring tailored to your individual practice.
Enhance your technical skills and foster your artistic growth.
You must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.
Some prior knowledge of art materials, tools and techniques is required.
Each session will conclude with informal, supportive group critiques, giving you the opportunity to share your work and receive constructive feedback. Throughout the course, your tutor will provide individual verbal feedback as you work on projects and participate in discussions.
Paper is available to buy in class.