ART - ACRYLICS AN INTRODUCTION

Equipment
Techniques, paint handling and brushwork
Colour mixing
How wet, moist, damp or dry the paint needs to be
This course aims to give you the foundation blocks to work from books, on your own or progress with confidence onto another course.

Understand the difference between different brushes and sizes
Understand the difference between different papers and how they are produced and affect your painting.
Create a reference colour wheel
Create a set of reference ‘samples’ that show how you use the paint
Be able to apply colour with confidence from the tube (impasto) or mixed with water
Use the skills learnt to paint a still life of fruits

Who is the course for?

It is suitable for all levels, although basic drawing skills would be an advantage.

What is your approach?

Sessions will be workshop style with group discussion and some demonstrations or presentations from the tutor, which will enable the individuals within the group to either use the techniques that are being demonstrated or to use their own initiative to follow the skills that they wish to learn. In this way the classes can be used by the individual in order to grow in their knowledge or to expand on the skills and interests that they already have.

One to one feedback will be give during the course. You will review your own progress through the work produced in your sketchbook and portfolio.

What can I do next?

If you would like more information about progression opportunities, please speak to your tutor or other member of staff.
Further information about career opportunities can be found by visiting https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk

What will I need?

You will need a good painting pad. This could be a watercolour pad with thick pages or Acrylic pad, or even card board – cereal box.
Pencil and rubber
one or two brushes such as a ‘round’ No. 8 or 10 and No. 4 and a medium flat brush
If you really aren’t sure what to buy bring, just bring whatever brushes you have and the tutor will advise you for the future.
a small selection of Acrylic paints: I suggest you buy some little tubes of paint, one of red, one of yellow, one of blue, one white and one black. Sussex Stationers (WH Smiths), The Works and The Range sell sets of about 10 tubes for under £5, these are fine to start with. Some can be expensive, just buy the best you can afford.
a jar for water
a mixing palette (or white plate).
A small quantity of tissue paper or kitchen roll.
Are there any other costs?
Not for this course. If you wish to progress the tutor is more than happy to discuss materials you may wish to purchase.

Additional information

Aspire Sussex welcomes students from all sections of our diverse community. If you feel you have additional learning needs, please ask about the support which is available.