Painting, Colour and Expressionism

Age

Suitable for adults aged 18+.

Level

Beginners or anyone with some experience who want to refresh or develop their skills further.

Experience or qualifications required

None – this is an introductory course. We have no formal academic entry requirements for our short courses.

If you'd like to discuss if this course is suitable for you, get in touch with us: academy@aub.ac.uk or 01202 363222.

£359

Any additional costs

You'll need to provide some art materials and equipment materials. This'll incur an additional cost if you need to purchase it for the course. See the 'What to bring to class' section below for full details.

Additional materials and resources will be provided by AUB and is included in your course fee.

• Notebook and pens/pencils to make notes
• Wear clothes that you don’t mind getting messy

For your first class:

• Hardback A4 sketchbook
• Drawing pencils
• Charcoal

For future classes (your tutor will advise in advance):

• Black fine line drawing pens
• Cheap acrylic paint set
• Paintbrushes
• Cheap canvases (in a variety of sizes)
• Any additional materials that you wish to experiment with (optional)

• How to use different materials and experiment with them
• ‘Action art’, including techniques such as marbling and pouring
• Working with alternative, recycled materials to create ‘rubbish art’
• Using paint, both acrylic and watercolour
• Ink work
• Mark making
• Working with unusual mediums (in 2D and 3D)
• Colour theory
• Exploration of artists and techniques used by art movements

At the end of the course you'll:

• Possess improved artistic skills and confidence to express yourself freely through art
• Be able to demonstrate a wide range of techniques using a variety of mediums and be able to choose materials appropriate for your intentions
• Be inspired by different art movements
• Be knowledgeable in a range of different artistic processes
• Have increased confidence in your own skills and feel inspired
• Have boosted creativity and imagination
• Possess the foundations to continue creating beyond this course
• You can request a certificate to confirm your achievements, providing you've a 100% attendance record. To request a certificate please get in touch with us at academy@aub.ac.uk and confirm your name and the title of course you've completed

Will I be assessed?

No, there's no formal assessment. As the course progresses your tutor will measure your overall performance and offer essential guidance and feedback, so you know how you're getting on.