{"product_id":"expressive-watercolours-alton-library-saturday-13th-20th-27th-june-and-4th-july-2026-10-00am","title":"Expressive Watercolours - Alton Library - Saturday 13th, 20th, 27th June and 4th July 2026 - 10.00am","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpressive Watercolours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlton Library\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturday 13th, 20th, 27th June and 4th July 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10.00am to 12.30pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree tuition, £10 materials payable to tutor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course will introduce a variety of watercolour techniques, encouraging participants to explore and develop their own expressive painting style. As the weeks progress, these techniques will build upon one another, leading to the creation of unique and personal artworks. Alongside artistic development, the course offers a calming and supportive space for reflection and self-expression—nurturing wellbeing through the mindful and therapeutic practice of painting with watercolours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearning Goals:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdentify and discuss the subject of watercolour; including examples of artist’s work and the differences between more traditional and experimental watercolour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdentify and apply appropriate visual language regarding both traditional and experimental watercolour techniques to your own artwork and in your final finished outcomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdentify and apply both traditional and experimental watercolour techniques, media, tools and equipment to your own artwork. Review your own creative practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTo self-evaluate how engaging with art can improve your wellbeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the course: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis course is designed to introduce you to the exciting work of traditional and expressive watercolours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is this course for: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis course, funded by UK government is for Hampshire residents aged 19+, and provides a basic introduction to both traditional and experimental watercolour painting. You will be gently led through a series of activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevious knowledge or experience: \u003c\/strong\u003eNone required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow will I learn: \u003c\/strong\u003eTutor demonstrations, questions and answers, visual resources\/worksheets\/hand-outs, practical activities. Option for learner to keep a written and visual working journal\/sketchbook\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow will I be assessed: \u003c\/strong\u003eFormative assessment through Q and A\/tutor notes, learner note taking, practical activities\/samples\/artwork and keeping an on-going working journal\/sketchbook\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat shall I bring: \u003c\/strong\u003eApron or wear old clothing. Optional A5 or A4 sketchbook\/work journal. Materials fee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll other materials, tools, equipment and other resources will be provided by the tutor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNext steps: \u003c\/strong\u003eProgression onto other learning in libraries arts and\/or crafts courses and workshops or independent study\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course, funded by Hampshire Achieves, is aimed at Hampshire residents aged 19+. 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