Why Study This Course?
Want to unlock your inner artist? This course gives you a solid foundation in painting and drawing through engaging exercises. You’ll explore various themes each term, from still life to portraiture and landscapes. Learn to “see” like an artist, plan compositions and master colour theory. Perfect for all skill levels, this course will boost your confidence and help you express your unique creativity. Join us and discover the joy of painting and drawing!
This Painting and Drawing course offers a structured, supportive environment for developing artistic skills. You will:
Explore still life, portraiture, and landscape themes.
Build confidence through observation and composition techniques.
Master colour theory, palette management, and painting techniques.
Receive group feedback in mini exhibitions.
Be inspired by contemporary artists.
Experiment with new subjects and personal interpretations.
Receive personalised guidance and explore creative approaches.
Summer Term:
This term continues with some portraiture. If you are a newcomer or beginner to the subject or you would like to refresh your drawing & painting skills, as always, this terms course gives you the opportunity to begins with basics allowing you to learn observational skills through a range of fun portraiture exercises and then working from the clothed model for 2- or three-week sessions.
For the beginner, the course is structured, so it covers a range of media, starting with the easiest and then working towards painting. For example, initially drawing the face with charcoal, a putty rubber and a plastic rubber will be the start of your exploration, while later you will investigate face colour by mastering drawing with chalk pastels (best suited to the stage between drawing and painting), before finally moving on to painting (oils or acrylics) where more organisation of materials is necessary. If you feel you are not ready for painting, you are very welcome to take this step in your development at a later stage or in a new term.
If you are a returning student or you are an intermediate or advanced learner this course will allow you to master your skills in painting and develop and let you focus on your preferred individual style. You will continue where you left off, for example you will have the opportunity to interpret the subject in a more inventive way (for example the level of abstraction is up to you) and experiment with new media. For ideas and added inspiration poses are influenced by historical and contemporary artists where you can and learn from and try out an artist’s technique, compositions or colours.
After the half term we will move to a new subject, Landscape and Cityscapes in the Richmond area (weather permitting, eventually meeting outdoors for lessons). The Summer term is the perfect time of the year to get out of the studio and a great opportunity to experience this subject close to the college or further away depending on students. Again, this subject begins with basic exercises first -perspective, trees and plants, the river, the sky and architectural settings before moving on to capturing more elaborate panoramic views for example. There will also be a power point presentation where you can study different landscape paintings.
Autumn Term:
Drawing with Accuracy - simple objects and still life set ups and after half term an Introduction to Colour. Then elaborate still life arrangements inspired by historical and contemporary still life artists. Please see Autumn term course outline
Spring Term:
More elaborate still life arrangements (inspired by historical and contemporary still life artists) and after half term fun portraiture exercises and The Clothed Model (two or three week poses inspired by historical and contemporary portraits artists). Please see Spring term course outline
This Painting and Drawing course offers a structured, supportive environment for developing artistic skills. You will:
Explore still life, portraiture, and landscape themes.
Build confidence through observation and composition techniques.
Master colour theory, palette management, and painting techniques.
Receive group feedback in mini exhibitions.
Be inspired by contemporary artists.
Experiment with new subjects and personal interpretations.
Receive personalised guidance and explore creative approaches.
To join this course, you must:
Be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.
Have some prior knowledge of art materials, tools and techniques to make this a more beneficial experience.
You'll receive informal, supportive feedback through group critiques at the end of each session. Your tutor will also provide individual verbal feedback throughout the course. We'll tailor Personal Learning Plans (PLPs) to support your progress and help you achieve your specific goals.
If you are a Carer and wish to enrol, please visit reception at Parkshot for assistance.
Paper is available to buy in class.