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Key details

Course area
Art and Design
Student type
Courses for 19+ students
Course type
Part-time Further Education course
Course level
Level 1

Course introduction

It is no longer possible to apply/enrol for this course as there are no course dates available. Please check back later as we may be offering it again in the future.

This is perfect for any beginner who is interested in drawing and painting and those wanting to develop skills further.

This course is aimed at beginners and learners interested in improving and developing their skills in drawing and painting techniques.

You will receive an induction to our well-resourced Art Department, supportive tutoring, new knowledge and skills in drawing, and opportunities to develop your creativity.

Led by an experienced art tutor, each short course will give you the opportunity to learn the principles of drawing and will lead to the development of a portfolio of work.

You will be guided through the intricacies of line work, shading, proportion, and mark making. Get ready to discover your unique style and watch your drawings come to life as you explore the world of drawing and painting!

  • September Start: The Natural World
    • You will create detailed drawing and paintings of various elements of nature; such as fruit, vegetables, plants and shells, as well as creating landscape based images.
  • January Start: The Animal Kingdom
    • You will explore animal forms and textures, such as fur, feathers and scales, to create drawings and paintings of both wild and domestic animals.
  • April Start: The Human Form
    • You will study the classic proportions of faces and figures and will use a variety of media and styles to create drawings and painting of portraits and full length figures.

You will receive an induction to our well resourced Art Department, excellent tutor teaching, new knowledge and skills in drawing, and opportunities to develop your creativity.

Basic drawing media and paper will be provided on the course. If you want to develop your work further you can purchase art materials at our Art Shop based at 25 Stoney Street.

Please note: Due to the high demand of these part time courses, if you start a course but can no longer carry on, you will not be eligible for a full course refund. If you enrol on a course and the start date passes, you will not be eligible for a course material fee refund. If you get remitted fees and attend your course for free, if you do not attend the first two sessions without letting the tutor know or without valid reason, you will be withdrawn from the course. Many thanks for your understanding.

Course information

College Certificate

There are no formal entry requirements but you must be aged 19+.

Once you have completed this course you can progress onto one of our NCFE Creative Craft Awards Entry Level if you have not already attained this qualification or the NCFE Creative Crafts Award Level 1. 

You can progress to other part-time courses in art and design.

Basic materials will be provided on the course such as paper and some drawing materials. 

You can buy additional materials from our Art Shop at 25 Stoney Street. 

We politely ask that students arrive to the studio no earlier than 5 minutes before the class to give staff enough time to set up for the session - if you are early you are able to wait comfortably in our reception area at 25 Stoney Street. 

Careers related to this course

Artists

Potential Earnings

£53,123.39

Average Earnings

£29,763.68

Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).

Employment opportunities

The number of job postings in this career for previous years starting from 2023, the current year and projections for future years until 2034.

Sources: The Labour Force Survey (LFS), Working Futures (projections) data, and Business Register and Employment Survey (BRES).

Pathways

Architecture and Planning

People in these occupations design construction projects, prepare technical drawings and blueprints, survey land, and plan land use.

Art, Performance and Design

People in these occupations create art and fine craftwork, produce and perform plays and motion pictures, and design graphics and other products.

Skills

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
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