Mindful and Expressive Drawing
Gosport Discovery Centre
Friday 1st, 8th, 15th and 29th November 2024
(No session on 22nd November)
2.00pm to 4.00pm
To develop your skills and confidence in using mindful art activities and expressive marks.
Learning Goals: (by the end of the course you will be able to…)
- Undertake at least 4 mindful activities
- Identify how mindful activities can help you feel calmer/more relaxed
- Create at least one artwork using expressive marks
- Undertake at least 4 creative drawing activities
- Create a dynamic drawing booklet for completing after the course has ended
Who is this course for: Individuals looking to improve their wellbeing through developing their creative skills.
Previous knowledge or experience: This course is ideal for beginners or those who are new to art or wanting to build their skills and confidence
Some understanding of drawing techniques is helpful but not essential
How will I learn: Through a range of activities and observing the tutor
How will I be assessed: Through completing activities and through class discussion
What shall I bring:
- A range of drawing pencils (2B, 3B, 4B, 5B, 6B)
- A range of colour pencils
- Colour pens (I.e. biros, gel pens or fine liners. Please note felt tips are not suitable for this workshop)
- A4 cartridge/drawing paper for activity work
- A4 heavier weight cartridge paper for longer pictures
- Putty Rubber
- Pencil sharpener
- If possible, a drawing board or something to lean on (up to A3)
- A photo or image to inspire your artworks
Next steps: Further watercolour courses
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.
Please note that due to circumstances outside of our control we may need to move this course online. Please give consent to your image appearing on our virtual learning environment Zoom.
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