8 week painting course Acrylic or Oil

8 week painting course Acrylic or Oil

Come join us for a fun and interactive 8-week painting course where you can choose to work with either acrylic or oil paints. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced artist wanting to refine your skills, this course is perfect for all levels. The classes will be held at the Sudbury Learning Centre at WSC, providing a creative and inspiring environment for you to unleash your artistic talents. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore your creativity and meet other art enthusiasts!

This is eight weeks art course (21hours), every Thursday (4th, 11th, 18th, 25th September, 2nd, 9th, 16th 23rd October) from 9.30am to 12.30pm.

During the first half of the course we will be taking a structured approach to drawing and painting the human face. Faces are one of the most engaging subjects to draw and paint.We will be exploring the shapes and the character of the human face, the proportional differences and the individual, unique expression of personality.You will have the choice to do a full-face portrait, a three-quarter view or a profile. Please feel free to bring a good quality photo of a relative or a friend should you wish to draw and paint a familiar face. However, should you wish to do a self portrait you will be able to do so as well.We will be exploring the human figure, learning the anatomy, the structure of the body and the proportions of the human form. You can also do a portrait of your pet. Please bring in a photo that you would like to paint

You will have the opportunity to explore and learn to paint with oils, however if you don't feel confident with oils, you will be able to paint with acrylics instead.During the second half of the course we will be drawing and painting a still-life, where we will be learning about composition and cover the basics of drawing a still-life. Again you will have the choice to paint with oils or acrylics.

Who is this course suitable for?This course is suitable for both beginners and students who have already attended our previous courses and workshops. If you are new to this there is no need to worry, you will be under the professional supervision of our art tutor Marina.Together we will learn, experiment, be creative and have fun.

What materials do l need?You will need a complete set of sketching pencils or a set of charcoals (black and sepia) sticks, pencils and blocks, and a good quality paper for sketching with pencils and charcoals.Once you have decided whether to paint with oils or acrylics, you will need to bring the set of paints of your choice, brushes suitable for oil/acrylic paints, turpentine (for painting with oils), painting knives (optional) and canvas/canvas on board.Professional art materials can be found in Goslings, professional art shop in Sudbury, WHSmith, or a more affordable ones in the Works, QD, Poundland, The Range or online.

About your tutor:

Marina T-Harrison has a BA Hons in Arts ( BA in Painting, Electives in Scenography, and Conservation and Restoration) and Master in Arts (MA in Scenography, Theatre Direction Pathway).

Her educational background is built on the values of the University of Arts London, where she completed her education in the arts at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design.

Marina has been teaching at WSC for several years, on many art courses and workshops.

Whether you are interested to have art as a hobby and a leisure activity, or pursue a career in the arts, Marina is a strong believer that you can achieve this at any stage of your life.

Anyone who is under the age of 18 must been supervised by their parent or guardian.

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