Simply Drawing!

This course has been developed for aspiring artists aged 10-12.

Please note, we can't accept young artists below 10 years old on this course.

We also offer this course tailored for 7-9 year-olds.

No, your young artist doesn't need any previous experience, just buckets of enthusiasm!

Yes, of course! If you'd like to discuss if this course is suitable for your young artist, get in touch with us: email academy@aub.ac.uk or call +44 (0) 1202 363222.

£259

• All course materials and resources
• Everything your young artist will need to take part in the course will be provided by us – no hidden costs!

• Classes are practical, so wear clothes that you don't mind your young artists getting messy.
• Drinks and snacks for break time and duration of class; please ensure snacks don't contain nuts.
• It's strongly advised that mobile phones, tablets and other valuables aren't brought to class. Any personal possessions are the responsibility of your young artist and AUB won't be liable for any loss or damage.

• Introduction to traditional drawing .
• Drawing unique selected items from the university Museum of Design in Plastics (MoDiP).
• Guidance from an experienced practicing artist and tutor.
• A calm, relaxed, supportive teaching environment where students will ‘learn by doing’ .

At the end of the course your young artist will:

• Gain confidence in your drawing and observational skills.
• Gain the ability to approach still life subject matter.
• Develop understanding of how to create 3D images.
• Use drawing as a means of relaxation and taking personal time out.
• Gain the foundations to continue creating beyond this course.
• Experience the use of creative flair, experiment with new techniques and then refine them under the guidance of the tutor, setting them up well for endless possibilities of future projects.
• Possess improved artistic skills.
• Have an appreciation and understanding of creative processes, including seeing an idea through from start to finish, sharing, and reflecting.
• Understand the importance of preparation, utilising sketchbooks, and developing ideas.
• Understand the key benefits of a creative community of their peers.
• Have increased confidence in their own skills.
• Have boosted creativity and imagination.
• Appreciate teamwork and team building ethics.
• Feel inspired by the new skills they've learnt and from sharing ideas with new friends.
• Have the foundations to continue creating beyond this course.
• You can request a certificate to confirm your young artist's achievements, providing they have 100% attendance record. To request a certificate please get in touch with us at academy@aub.ac.uk and confirm name of your young artist and the title of course they've completed.