Drawing and Painting for Beginners
Tadley Library
Thursday 16th, 23rd, 30th January, 6th and 13th February 2025
10.00am to 12.30pm
Join local artist and educator Rachel Davis for a gentle introduction into drawing and painting. We will turn drawing on its head as we learn to look together. The course will guide you through colour mixing and culminate in you painting your very own acrylic wildflower meadow.
You will be supplied with a personal sketchbook. This is intended to be your own creative safe space for mindfulness. It can be a place to research, develop ideas and help you relax into your creativity.
Learning Goals:
- Demonstrate at least 2 observational drawing techniques
- List colours in a colour wheel and apply
- Mix at least 3 vibrant, fresh secondary colours and apply to create texture, depth and atmosphere
- Describe the impact of art on wellbeing
Who is this course for: This course is ideal for beginners, those wishing to explore acrylic as a medium or landscapes enthusiasts. Rachel can support hearing impaired learners in her classes as she has basic conversational sign language skills
Previous knowledge or experience: No previous experience necessary
How will I learn: We will be working at a steady pace with lots of room for exploration and extra exercises can be given for those wishing to continue at home. We will learn through discussion, demonstration and practical exploration
How will I be assessed: We will review our progress weekly and feedback is available. Peer to peer feedback is also welcomed
What shall I bring: From week 2 onward please bring an apron or wear old clothes. Please bring a complete set of acrylic paints and a basic brush pack. All other items will be supplied by the tutor
Next steps: This course can lead to other Learning in Libraries art courses such as Drawing & Painting for Improvers or Atmospheric Beachscapes. Alternatively, join a local art group such as Tadley & Baughurst Art Club, Oakridge West Art Club and Westside Community Art Club
This course is aimed at Hampshire residents aged 19+ Attendance is expected at each session to ensure that you get the most out of your learning experience and to minimise disruption for other learners. Please advise the venue/tutor of any absence you may have.
You will be contacted by a member of the learning in Libraries team prior to the course. We are unable to process your booking without a phone number.
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