Art Practical: Drawing and Painting - Developing Your Artistic Voice
Course details
Course code
Q00016842Course date
Number of classes
12 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
Sarah JohnFee range
How you'll learn
Venue
Exeter Phoenix (Exeter)Bradninch Place
Gandy Street
Exeter
EX4 3LS
Level of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
During this inspiring course, you will focus on contrast and composition by using collage in your art pieces. You will also consider how other artists use contrast and composition in their work to direct the gaze of the viewer to the focal point in their images. You will use the Gelli plate printing technique to create unique collage papers, which you can then use to make larger scale work. Initially, the work will incorporate monochromatic ideas gathered on the previous course. Simple colour schemes will bring in fresh approaches, inspired by a still life provided each week, or from your preferred influences. As the course progresses, you will learn how to use the language of art to evaluate your artwork for inclusion in the summer show. During this course, you will visit RAMM museum and Exeter Phoenix Galleries to view contemporary and classical art to broaden your creative outlooks.
This Studio Practice class will take place in a light and airy studio that is a welcoming and safe space for everyone, where support and connection with others is central to producing an atmosphere of calm creativity.
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