Digital drawing: including drawing from life

Ideal if you want to experiment with a new way of working and seeing. You will produce drawings from a life model and manipulate them using Photoshop to create one fully resolved digitally rendered figure study.

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Key course information

Dates
05/01/12 - 09/02/12

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
6 weeks

Time
10:30 - 13:30

Fees
Full fee: £210
Senior fee: £167
Concession: £143

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VG242

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

This course is for you if you want to develop digital arts skills in an experimental life drawing situation. You will have access to a life model and will be able to draw directly onto the computer using Wacom technology, and manipulate it in Adobe Photoshop.

The digital arts studio is equipped with industry-standard hardware and software. Apple Mac computers are used, but most of what is taught is also applicable to a Windows environment: tutors will explain differences. You may wish to take our three-hour single session 'Introduction to using Apple computers' first if you are more used to the Windows operating system.

What topics will we cover?

The course will combine an introduction to digital drawing from life and digital image manipulation. This is not a traditional drawing class, although some students may wish to apply previous experience within the class. Experimental use of the drawing tablet with Photoshop is actively encouraged. You will learn digital drawing techniques, as well as having an introduction to the possibilities offered by Photoshop. This course is useful for those wishing to explore the possibilies of new digital technologies within a fine art context.

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

Generate images into Photoshop from a life model using digital drawing
Creatively manipulate your drawings using Photoshop
Create a fully resolved digitally-manipulated image for printing.

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

This course is ideally suited to people who have already gained traditional life drawing experience. Although not a neccesity, it is useful if you already have a basic understanding of Photoshop.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

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

This is an entirely hands-on course, with a 'learning through making' approach.

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

Books can be recommended but are not essential purchases. Printing costs are covered on the course. You should buy CDs for storing work, at the advice of the tutor.

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.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Advanced Photoshop classes.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

Thursdays - 9.00-12.00

Saturdays - 14.00-17.00

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Visual arts

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

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