This course will introduce you to the process of portraiture through a variety of mediums including pencil, pastel, acrylic and oil paints. Working from both photographic references and life models, you will explore how to approach proportions, tone, light, form and colour. Each project is based on a particular technique, subject matter or a style/genre of artwork. This will include looking at historical, modern, contemporary and global artwork. Tuition is on an individual basis with relevant demonstrations to improve your drawing and painting skills. By the end of the course you will be able to: See improvement in your drawing skills. Make choices about subject matter and composition, through the use of reference material and observational drawings. Use a wider range of materials including pencil, pastel, acrylic and oil paints. Explore a variety of mark making techniques. Be aware of and work to relevant Health and Safety guidelines. Anyone with an interest in Portraiture and would like to create a likeness in oils. It is important to note that art courses are practical and require a degree of manual dexterity for you to participate fully and get the most out of the course.
Name: Portrait Painting - Beginners Qualification title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Crafts, Creative Arts and Design Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Generic award - no awarding body Created 20150720 10:24:16 Updated 20150720 10:24:16
If you are a new student and have no materials please wait for your tutor's advice on what to buy. However, you should bring an A4 sketchbook of good quality cartridge paper, preferably with a hard cover and ring bound and a variety of pencils.You will need to provide your own materials and these will vary in cost according to the course requirements. If you have any materials/equipment that might be appropriate please bring them with you. Equipment required If you are a new student and have no materials please wait for your tutor's advice on what to buy. However, you should bring an A4 sketchbook of good quality cartridge paper, preferably with a hard cover and ring bound and a variety of pencils.You will need to provide your own materials and these will vary in cost according to the course requirements. If you have any materials/equipment that might be appropriate please bring them with you.
Kent Training and Apprenticeship Service / Kent Adult Education (Community Learning and Skills)
adult.education@kent.gov.uk
0845 606 5606
http://www.kent.gov.uk/adulted
Head Office
College Road
Town:
Sittingbourne
County:Kent
Title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Crafts, Creative Arts and Design Qualification: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Crafts, Creative Arts and Design Classification: Arts, Media and Publishing