Painting 1: Watercolour Course - Distance

Comments about Painting 1: Watercolour Course - Online

• Objectives
  The course aims to introduce the medium of watercolour and develop skill and confidence in using it; develop visual awareness and the ability to translate observations and ideas into paint; and increase knowledge of the history of watercolour painting.
• Academic title
  Painting 1: Watercolour
• Course description
  This course explores the many ways in which watercolour can be used. It introduces the qualities and potential of the medium, covers basic methods and concepts and will help you learn how to use tone and colour effectively. You will be encouraged to experiment and to look at a wide range of source materials for inspiration. You will increase your knowledge of the history of watercolour painting and you will be studying the work of contemporary watercolour artists.
  
      - Using tone
      - Looking at colour Heather Withers
      - Working with mixed media
      - Finding your own style
      - History of watercolour.
  
  Postal Tuition
  
  You are allocated a tutor and receive their details in your course pack. You work from the course materials and send regular assignments to your tutor. These are returned to you with comment and advice. The course fee includes tutor feedback on your set assignments, but you can purchase feedback and comment on additional pieces of work if you wish.