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Quick Facts

  • Availability No
  • Tutor Gunther Herbst
  • Course Code W23PDGE03D
  • Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

Develop observational skills through the use of a life model. This is an intensive study of the human form. All abilities welcome. Beginners are guided through a 6 week drawing course.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Draw using: line, mass, mark making, brush and tone, in a variety of speeds and mixing media
  • Work with greater awareness of drawing and painting the form
  • Paint with a limited palette
  • Mix colour to create space
  • Develop confidence and an individual vision without feeling daunted by technique

Cost

  • Full fee
    £320
  • Concession fee
    £240
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    Class format and activities

    Beginners will complete a 6 week introductory course in drawing before painting. Techniques will include; contour with pencil, weight & modelling with charcoal, gesture drawing with charcoal & pencil, and weight & modelling with pen and brush. Students new to painting will work with a limited palette focusing on the form. Returning students can pursue personal projects working in their chosen medium and exploring new techniques in painting & drawing

    Entry requirements

    Energy and enthusiasm and an interest in the human figure. Some drawing and or painting experience is helpful (e.g. Drawing for beginners or Painting for beginners).

    What you need

    You will need to provide your own materials : Charcoal, soft pencils, erasers, paints and pastels etc Sketchbook A5 or A4. Advice on materials will be given in the first session.

    What you can do next

    Further and part time drawing & painting courses at Morley College, part time & full time fine art courses, Morley Pre-foundation, Morley Art Foundation, BTEC, BA & MA.