Virtual Art Class Course - Exploring Art Through History and Expression

🎨 Art Course: Exploring Art Through History and Expression

Duration: 3 Months (12 Weekly Sessions – 90 minutes each)

Choose your own start date and schedule session timings with the instructor upon booking.

Format: 100% Virtual via Zoom

Cost: £150 for 12 Sessions

Level: Beginners & Improvers Welcome

🖌️ Course Summary

Embark on a 3-month artistic journey through time, technique, and expression. From ancient Egyptian line drawings to modern abstract expressionism, this virtual course blends art history, creative practice, and personal exploration.

Each week, you’ll learn new techniques, study iconic artists, and create guided projects using pencil, coloured pencil, oil pastels, and watercolour — all from the comfort of your home.

By the end, you’ll build your technical skills, deepen your artistic understanding, and develop your own creative voice.

📚 Course Highlights

Over 12 sessions, you’ll explore:

Line drawing inspired by ancient art

Classical studies of the human body

Impressionist nature scenes with light and texture

Still life in both realistic and modern styles

Emotional use of colour in symbolic landscapes

Abstract and Cubist expression inspired by modern masters

🗓️ Lesson Overview

Lesson 1 – The Power of Lines

Ancient Art: Egypt & Cave Paintings

Learn how the earliest artists used line to tell stories. Practice animal sketches inspired by ancient art.

Medium: Pencil

Lesson 2 – The Human Body, Part 1

Greek & Roman Classical Art

Master human proportions, shading, and realism inspired by classical sculpture.

Medium: Pencil

Lesson 3 – The Human Body, Part 2

Renaissance Masters: Leonardo & Michelangelo

Study anatomy and form through colour and precision.

Medium: Coloured Pencils

Lesson 4 – Composition with People

Portrait & Group Composition (Reynolds)

Explore balance, interaction, and posture in group scenes.

Medium: Oil Pastels

Lesson 5 – Light & Dark

Romantic Landscapes (Turner & Constable)

Discover atmosphere, contrast, and dramatic lighting.

Medium: Oil Pastels

Lesson 6 – Impressionist Nature Studies

Monet, Van Gogh, Cézanne, Degas

Recreate the vibrancy and texture of Impressionist works.

Medium: Oil Pastels

Lesson 7 – Still Life Painting

From Classical to Modern

Compare realism and expression in still life.

Medium: Oil Pastels

Lesson 8 – Symbolic Landscapes

Gauguin and the Power of Colour

Use non-realistic colours to express emotion and meaning.

Medium: Oil Pastels

Lesson 9 – Shapes in Art

Cubism and Abstraction (Picasso)

Break forms into geometric shapes to explore space and perspective.

Medium: Oil Pastels

Lesson 10 – Expressive Colour & Movement

Abstract Expressionism (Pollock)

Experience the freedom of spontaneous, emotional mark-making.

Medium: Watercolour

🧠 What You’ll Gain

* Stronger drawing, shading, and colour skills

* Understanding of art history and styles

* Confidence to create your own expressive artwork

* 12 completed projects showcasing a wide range of techniques

💻 How It Works

* Weekly live 90-minute Zoom session

* Step-by-step demonstrations & guided projects

* Feedback and discussion time

* Recording access if you miss a class

🎨 Materials Needed

Basic materials include:

* Pencils (HB, 2B, 4B)

* Coloured pencils

* Oil pastels

* Watercolours and brushes

* Sketchbook or drawing paper

A full supply list will be provided upon booking.

👩‍🎨 Who This Course Is For

Perfect for:

* Beginners wanting a structured introduction to art

* Returning artists seeking motivation and new skills

* Anyone curious about how art evolved across cultures and centuries

Start your creative journey through time and expression.

Secure your place now – limited spaces available.