MIXED MEDIA WORKSHOP

The course will look at experimenting with backgrounds, and how different mediums work to produce a final painting by the end of the day.

Produce a series of experiments with different mediums
Create a small experiment of your final piece.
Develop a background, using colour and tissue paper
Paint foreground using ink and experimenting with abstract shapes and blown effects.
Varnish part or all of the completed painting
Expand and add to the mediums at your disposal for creating images
Discuss ideas and progress on your own initiatives.
Gain a wider art vocabulary

Who is the course for?

This course is for mixed abilities: all levels whether beginners who would like to experiment with different mediums, up to more advanced students who want to combine their skills with different mediums

What is your approach?

The day 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?

To create your experiments, you will need;
A sketchbook and thick watercolour paper,
Watercolours,
Acrylics,
Sketching pencils,
Coloured / watercolour pencils
Drawing pens
Masking tape
For your main piece;
Equipment can be purchased from the tutor for £12 for the whole set.
It will include, Canvas support, acrylic inks, tissue paper, PVA and ‘Golden gel medium – clear gel’.
Are there any other costs?
See above for necessary equipment to complete a final piece during the session.

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.