Abstract Painting - All Levels
Want to explore the exciting world of abstract painting? This project-based course is designed for all levels, whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience. You'll delve into different themes each term, like Colour, Picture Space, and Chance, and develop your own unique artistic approach. Discover influential artists and movements, from Cubism to contemporary abstraction, and build confidence in expressing your creativity. This course is perfect for anyone looking to experiment, learn new techniques, and find their artistic voice.
An Introduction to Drawing
Are you a complete beginner wanting to explore your creative side? This introductory drawing course offers a supportive environment to learn essential skills. You'll discover how to observe and record line and tone using various materials. This course is perfect for anyone looking to start their drawing journey and build confidence in their artistic abilities. Carers may be eligible for additional support, speak to our reception team for assistance.
Creative Collage
Want to explore your creative side? On this 5-week course, you'll discover how versatile collage can be, blending it with painting, printing, and drawing. You'll learn to combine mixed media techniques and stretch your idea of what collage can achieve. This course is perfect for anyone eager to experiment, regardless of prior art experience. You'll gain confidence in your artistic abilities and learn to express yourself through collage.
Creative Watercolour
Want to explore the beauty of watercolour? In our art room, you'll experiment and learn through guided exercises. Improve your painting skills, discover new techniques, and find creative ways to use watercolour and mixed media. This course is from beginners to more experienced painters. It will help you unlock your creativity and develop your own style.
Drawing and Designing with Flowers
Want to create stunning textile designs inspired by nature? This workshop is for everyone, from beginners to advanced artists. You'll learn to see flowers in a new way, capturing their shapes, shadows, and patterns. Discover how to dissect a flower and draw it from every angle. By the end, you'll have a portfolio of hand-drawn and painted images ready for textile design.
Drawing from Scratch
Want to learn to draw but don't know where to start? This course gives you a friendly introduction to drawing, focusing on what you see. You'll learn how to observe and capture lines and tones using different materials. It's perfect for beginners and those wanting to improve their skills. Discover creative ways to use materials and techniques, and build your confidence in drawing. If you're a Carer, you may be eligible for support, please contact our reception team for assistance.
Figurative Painting
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.
Glass Jewellery & Accessory Workshop Short Course
This hands-on workshop introduces participants to the art of stained glass on a small, wearable scale. Over the course, students will learn how to design, cut, and assemble unique jewellery pieces and accessories using traditional stained-glass techniques.
With guidance from an experienced tutor, participants will create their own beautiful and functional works of art that capture light and colour in a distinctive way.
Life Drawing - All Levels
Want to improve your drawing skills and explore the human form? This Life Drawing course welcomes all levels, from beginners to advanced. You'll learn essential techniques like line drawing, tonal studies, perspective and anatomy. Discover historical and contemporary approaches to figure drawing and gain confidence in a traditional studio setting. This course will help you develop your artistic eye and express yourself through drawing.
Oil Painting - Beginners
Are you a complete beginner to painting, or new to oil painting? Do you want to develop essential skills before starting your own projects? This course is for you! You'll learn how to use different painting mediums, brushes, and palette knives. We'll teach you basic colour mixing, colour theory, and how to build up a painting using colour and tone. You'll gain confidence and inspiration to pursue your own painting projects.
Painting and Drawing
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!
Painting and Drawing at OSO Arts Centre Barnes
Want to explore your artistic side and gain confidence in your painting and drawing skills? This course is designed to help you do just that! You'll learn various techniques and approaches in a friendly and supportive environment. If you have some previous experience and want to practice and develop your skills, this course is perfect for you. We'll help you unlock your creative potential and find joy in the process.
Painting and Drawing from Art History Short Course
Why Study This Course:
Are you interested in learning about art and and artists, and using what you learn to inspire your own art? This course is designed just for you! We'll introduce you to the history and techniques of well known and less well known artists. You'll learn techniques of drawing and painting through exploring the work of artists who have gone before, discovering new ways to develop your creativity in a friendly, relaxed environment with a supportive tutor.
Painting and Drawing from Scratch
Are you an absolute beginner or have limited experience in drawing and painting? This course is designed for you! We'll give you a solid introduction to drawing and painting, providing you with the tools and techniques to practice independently. You'll gain confidence and a foundation to progress to more advanced courses.
Painting and Drawing Projects
Show the world through your eyes and develop a depth to your paintings that will captivate your audience. Encounter different approaches to paintings while developing your technical skills and abilities with your chosen media and extending your responses to your chosen subject matter. Come with an open and enquiring approach, along with a desire to develop your own practice further.
Painting Techniques, Materials and Methods
Want to paint with more style and confidence? This masterclass is designed for anyone who wants to explore the magic of painting, regardless of your current skill level. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, you'll discover versatile oil, water-based, and mixed media techniques. Through weekly challenges and project work, you'll develop essential painting skills that will captivate your audience and elevate your art.
Palettes of the Past, Present and Future
Do you love art history and want to bring it to life? This course combines art history with hands-on painting, giving you a deeper understanding of famous artists and their techniques. You'll explore different painters' palettes and experiment with colour mixing, creating your own artworks inspired by the past. This course is perfect for anyone interested in art history who wants to develop their practical painting skills.
Portrait Drawing Short Course
Why Study This Course?
This 6-week course is designed for adult learners interested in developing skills in portraiture, whether they are beginners or have some prior art experience.
The focus is on drawing and basic painting techniques to create realistic and expressive portraits.
Classes will blend instruction, hands-on practice, and constructive feedback in a supportive environment. Each session lasts 3 hours.
Portraiture - Beginners and Improvers
Want to learn how to capture a likeness in art? This portraiture course is a great introduction to drawing and painting portraits. You'll develop your observational skills by working from a model. This course is perfect for beginners and improvers alike.
Portraiture - Intermediate
Do you have some drawing experience and want to paint portraits? This course is designed for you! Working from both male and female models, you'll refine your drawing skills and use them to develop your portrait painting techniques. By the end of the course, you'll have developed sound painting and drawing methods and gained confidence in your artistic abilities.
Portraiture Painting - Absolute Beginners
Are you a complete beginner looking to explore the world of portrait painting? This course is designed just for you! No prior experience is needed. You'll develop your observational skills through drawing and painting from life models. This course will give you the confidence to capture the human form and express your creativity.
Seeing through Painting and Drawing
Want to unlock your artistic potential? This course offers a wide range of drawing and painting techniques for both beginners and those with some experience. In a friendly and supportive environment, you'll build your skills and confidence. We'll guide you to "see" in a new way, helping you master any subject you wish to draw or paint.
Urban and Rural Landscape Painting and Drawing
Want to capture the beauty of the world around you? This course helps you build the confidence and skills to draw and paint landscapes, urban scenes, and everything in between. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, you'll explore different drawing and painting techniques. You'll learn to capture the character of places, from architectural details to the vastness of the sky. This course is perfect for anyone who wants to connect with their environment through art.
Watercolour, Acrylic and Inks
Want to explore your artistic side with water-based mediums? This course lets you experiment with watercolour, acrylics, and inks, discovering different drawing and painting techniques. It's perfect for anyone who wants to develop their creativity and find their own artistic style. You'll gain confidence, learn from experienced artists, and create imaginative artwork.
Watercolours and Drawing from Scratch
Are you a complete beginner eager to explore the world of watercolour painting? This course is designed just for you! We'll introduce you to the essential techniques needed to gain confidence and mastery of this beautiful medium. You'll learn the basics and build a strong foundation for future artistic endeavors. This course is perfect for anyone starting their artistic journey, and carers can enrol with assistance at our Parkshot reception.
