Beginner's Drawing and Painting Course

Experience level:

This art course is suitable for beginners to improvers as there will be guided instruction throughout.

About the tutor:

The course will be led by Sharon Brookes who is the proprietor and lead tutor of Backbury House Retreats. She has a degree in Art, is a practising artist as well as a fully qualified art teacher with nearly 30 years’ experience of teaching in a range of educational settings.

The Course Timings:

The course runs from Saturday-Sunday 10:30am to 3:30pm on each day and offers a comprehensive programme.

Example of the course programme:

• Firstly, you will be guided through the elements of art to support your understanding and practice.
• Following demonstrations, you will complete still life drawing exercises applying the elements, such as line, tone and texture.
• Building on this, you will learn how to confidently manipulate and experiment with watercolour to achieve vibrant colour work.
• Furthermore, you will be introduced to other artist’s work to learn from how the master’s do it and gain inspiration.
• Lastly, you will learn how to achieve finer details and increasing control in your work. You will aim to achieve accomplished still life paintings which combine the elements of art effectively.

What’s included:

• Expert guidance by a fully qualified art teacher.
• Practical demonstrations and exercises on drawing and watercolour painting.
• A course pack to take home.
• All art materials to use on the day.
• A simple lunch plus tea and coffee throughout the day.