Large scale sketchbook

You will create a sketchbook that shows individual development and sensitive use of a variety of materials. We start with an external visit and evolve the sketchbook using it as a diary of your thinking. Sketchbooks are provided.

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Key course information

Dates
23/04/12 - 02/07/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
9 weeks

Time
14:00 - 17:20

Fees
Full fee: £204
Senior fee: £122

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VH503

Availability
Available
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No concessionary fees are available as the limit has been reached.

This course has started

It may still be possible to enrol on this course - please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover missed content with you. Please be advised that the published course fees will apply.

Course outline

What is the course about?

Over the course of ten weeks we will develop an understanding of how to use a sketchbook to record information on site and develop work creatively in the studio. The work in the sketchbook could be seen as preparation for a larger scale work or as finished piece in itself.

What topics will we cover?

You will be encouraged to work with drawing, photography and collage in response to an initial site visit. You will be taught how to visualise and to consider composition, as well as the structure of the sketchbook to create a rich and varied resource. By the end of the course your sketchbook will be seen as a whole, with its own visual qualities that relate to the surface quality and the progression of visual themes.

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

- make drawings and mixed-media works from observation
- work experimentally with a range of media
- understand how a sketchbook can be structured to be coherent
- recognise the work of a vareity of artists.

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

For beginners and advanced students alike.

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

Individual and group tuition, critiques, group discussions and demonstrations.

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

All drawing materials are provided. It would be useful to have a camera and to print out pictures taken during the site visit.

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?

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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