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Art & Design - Developer
Course Summary
Code: Q66288
Location: TEMPLE METHODIST CHURCH HALL
Places: Available
Cost: £0 - £96 Details
Starting: 06 May 2025
Day: Tuesday
Time: 10:00
Duration: 4 sessions over 4 week(s)
By continuing you confirm that you are aged 19 or over and have agreed to the the terms and conditions
Description
Ready to unleash your creativity and learn the art of drawing and painting?
This four-week, project-based course offers a practical introduction to the fundamentals of art, perfect for beginners or those hoping to build on existing skills.
Each week, you'll dive into new topics - still life, landscape, portrait, and figure drawing - through guided creative projects that build your confidence and artistic skills.
Your tutor will start each session with a brief presentation on historical and contemporary art to inspire you, followed by hands-on art activities. Along the way, you'll discover the many surprising health and wellbeing benefits of making art, from reducing stress and boosting happiness to encouraging self-expression and enhancing critical thinking.
Whether you're exploring a new hobby, looking to relax, or considering further art education, this course is for you!
What this course explores:
- Fundamentals of drawing and painting techniques
- Still life, landscapes, portrait, and figure drawing
- Contextual art history and contemporary influences
- Building confidence in your unique artistic style
- The wellbeing benefits of creating art
For the first class, bring a pencil, pen, A3 or A4 cartridge paper, and a landscape image (photograph or magazine clipping). Sign up now to start your creative journey!
What are the entry requirements for this course?
This course is suitable if you have completed our Starter Level in this subject or a similar subject area, or have previous experience, and want to progress and explore this subject in more depth.
What will I need to bring?
For the first class we will focus on observational drawing. Please ensure you have a pencil, pen and some A3 or A4 cartridge paper. Please bring an image of an urban or rural landscape. This could be a photograph or an image from a magazine. Please also bring photo ID with you e.g. passport or driving licence.
Will I be assessed?
There is no formal assessment for this course. Your tutor will provide feedback to help you improve.
What can I do next?
At the end of this course, if you'd like to continue with your learning in this subject, you'll be able to progress onto our Enhancer Level courses.
Our workshops and courses are designed to provide essential skills, develop confidence and resilience, improve your health and wellbeing, prepare you for further learning or employment, provide ways to learn with your family and build communities. We have a wide range of workshops and courses, and you can explore more on our website. There's something for everyone!
Time and duration
Start Date: 06 May 2025
Start Time: 10:00
Day: Tuesday Morning
First Lesson Duration: 03:00
Total Weeks: 4
Location
TEMPLE METHODIST CHURCH HALL
Temple Methodist Church Hall
Upper High Street
Taunton
Somerset TA1 3PY