Introduction to watercolour: techniques

Working from still life explore a variety of application techniques such as layering, masking-out and creating textures to gain a grounding in the rich possibilities of the watercolour medium.

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Key course information

Dates
14/09/11 - 12/10/11

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
5 weeks

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees
Full fee: £108
Senior fee: £108
Concession: £51

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VM628

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

Students will be led through a series of colour and mood studies in which a variety of basic techniques will be taught. Techniques include layering colour, masking out areas, creating texture, wet on wet and wet on dry. These studies aim to enable you to create rich tonal & textural effects in watercolour.

What topics will we cover?

The “still-life” theme is the starting point for this 5-week course.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- layer colours to create contrasts
- apply masking-out techniques appropriately
- investigate textural effects
- explore wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry methods.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is intended for beginners to watercolour; some drawing experience could be helpful, but is not essential.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Studio-based, through practical tasks, demonstrations, regular individual feedback from tutor, group & pair discussion, & self- assessment with tutor feedback.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

The course fee includes most materials. Extra materials, ie watercolour paper, may be purchased from the tutor at cost. Easels will be used in the studio. The Learning Resources Centre keeps a comprehensive stock of art books, etc and membership is free to enrolled students.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

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Tel: 020 7492 2700

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
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17/09/11 to 01/10/11	Sat	10:30 - 16:30	3 weeks	£111	£111	£111	VM581	Finished	» Select
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