Art: Beginners - Exploring Colour and Painting (09C14FC/26)

What will I learn?

During this course you will explore the fundamentals of colour and develop your confidence in selecting, mixing and using colour within your artwork. You will make our own colour grid for watercolour pencils to refer to throughout the course.

After tutor demonstrations and practical activities, you will explore and experiment with painting using different art materials to make shades, tints and tones and discover how small changes in colour can produce very different effects. You will draw from observation still life arrangements as well as from established artists to practice varied methods of applying colour to surface.

You will take a photo or two from your viewpoint, which will later be printed for you to make a series of artworks from. These useful media tests also enable you to understand how artists' paint strokes make texture and water is used to create washes etc.

Throughout the course you will be supported in experimenting, selecting and refining, exploring and developing your use of colour and method of painting. You will draw onto a canvas your favourite composition and complete it using your most successful colour painting techniques.

By the end of the course, you'll have learnt about artists' use of colour and be confident applying a range of techniques and ideas in your own artwork.

How much will it cost?

The course cost is displayed at the top of the page. This is a full-cost course.

What is it like to learn with East Riding Adult Learning and Employability?

Whether you're joining us to explore a new hobby, develop your creativity, improve your wellbeing or simply take time for yourself - you'll be supported by experienced tutors in a friendly, relaxed environment where everyone is encouraged to learn at their own pace.

Our affordable Learning for Leisure programme offers a wide range of courses, including pottery, art, crafts, cookery, photography, languages and much more.

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What do I need to join the course?

No previous art experience is required. This course is suitable for complete beginners as well as those looking to develop their existing skills and confidence in using colour.

What do I need to provide for the first session?

All the art materials you need to take part will be provided.

What could I do next?

Continue developing your artistic skills by exploring our other art and painting workshops, or try another Learning for Leisure course such as Pottery, Photography, Spanish or Cookery.