Abstract and Experimental Painting
Embark on an exciting journey into the world of abstract and experimental painting, where spontaneous creativity meets technical skill...
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Art, Design, Drawing and Painting
Overview
Becoming a versatile, well-rounded artist means being inspired by the greats and even becoming one of them. Perhaps you’re a fan of the classics like Van Gogh or Picasso or maybe you’re inspired by contemporary pioneers – Banksy, Yayoi Kusama, and David Hockney. You could even be the next world-renowned creative, selling your own work or featuring in galleries.
There’s no right or wrong on our art, design and drawing courses, with freedom and experimentation are at the forefront of what you’ll create. You’ll explore a wide range of mediums from painting, sketching and watercolour to life drawing and fine art, developing key skills to become competent in your chosen medium and confident in your abilities.
It all starts with taking the first step. Find out more about our art, design and drawing courses below.
Art, Design and Creative Studies (SEG Award – Level 2 Certificate)
This 30-week Level 2 accredited course will equip you with the tools and principles to develop your creativity in art, design, and crafts
Art History – an Introduction (Theory and Practice)
In this introductory course, you'll study a range of art movements and reflect on the way they've shaped civilisations throughout time...
Clay Life Sculpture – an Introduction
This immersive hands-on course is ideal for anyone seeking to learn and develop the essential skills in producing 3D life sculpture...
Creative Art and Design (SEG Award – Level 1 Certificate)
This 20-week course gives you the chance to develop your creativity and a comprehensive introduction to a variety of art forms.
Fine Art – an Exploration of Techniques
Over 10 weeks you’ll discover and develop your unique creative voice as you explore the techniques and skills needed to be a fine artist.
Landscape and Urban Sketching
Discover the joy and freedom of capturing your surroundings through drawing in this engaging Landscape and Urban Sketching course...
Painting – Colour and Expressionism
On this course, you'll explore your creativity in a relaxed and encouraging environment where there are no right or wrong ideas.
Portraiture and Facial Expression
Uncover the art of capturing human emotion and character through portraiture in this new and engaging course.
Sight-Size – Life Drawing
This new 10-week course will equip you with the sight-size life drawing skills you need to unleash your inner creativity or enhance...
Simply Drawing!
On this 10-week course, you'll have the chance to simply learn how to draw! You'll develop your skills and artistic ability.
Sketching and Watercolours – an Introduction (Stage 1)
This exciting 10-week hands-on approach to sketching is deal for all abilities. Explore the fundamentals of watercolour and sketching.
Sketching and Watercolours – Expanding Skills (Stage 2)
In this 10-week course, you'll build on your existing drawing skills and become a well-rounded and more confident watercolour artist.
Sketching and Watercolours – Advanced Practice (Stage 3)
Designed for confident painters and sketchers, this stimulating and comprehensive course invites you to deepen your technical ability...