Exploring watercolour and mixed media

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Key course information

Dates
10/10/11 - 12/12/11

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
10 weeks

Time
14:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £199
Senior fee: £117

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VM627

Availability
This course has finished

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

This course has finished

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Course outline

What is the course about?

This course is a unique opportunity to explore the sensitivity of water-based media such as inks, watercolour, water-soluble pen, pencil and crayon. We will work in series; make inventive combinations of media to draw from your own found imagery, photographs and sketches. Applying a range of techniques to various papers we will study the expressive qualities of surface, combined with a range of imagery, searching out ideas and themes that can promote visually stunning and personal work.

What topics will we cover?

The course will cover exploring and experimenting with various watercolour techniques. Combining water-based media and collage to create atmospheric mixed media studies with focus on basic elements of composition (shape, line, tone, texture). We will reference contemporary and historical artists who have used watercolour media experimentally such as: Marlene Dumas, Georgia O’Keeffe and Peter Doig as starting points for some of the exercises.

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

- Expand creativity via experiments with water-based media and collage techniques
- Combine watercolour with other media to enhance your painting style
- Explore visual elements (shape, colour etc) to develop a composition
- Produce a series of investigative compositions referencing source imagery that you find visually inspiring (cuttings, photos, drawing/painting studies).

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

Previous experience in drawing and painting is helpful, but no experience in watercolour is necessary.

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

Explanation and demonstration. Images of artists’ work where referenced as examples. Practical work. One to one discussion. Informal group discussion.

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

Basic materials (watercolour and paper) are provided. Advice will be given by the tutor throughout the course concerning bringing in additional paper (for experiments with working on different surfaces).

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

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
10/10/11 to 12/12/11	Mon	14:00 - 17:00	10 weeks	£199	£117	N/A	VM627	Finished	» Select
09/01/12 to 12/03/12	Mon	14:00 - 17:00	10 weeks	£199	£116	£85	VM607	Finished	» Select

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