Tutor: Annabel Barrett / Venue: 101 Branch
Start date: Wednesday 17 April 2012 / Time: Morning course 10.15 - 12.15
Afternoon course 1 - 3pm
Total hours: 20 / No of sessions: 10
101 Branch / Course number: Morning C2329289
Afternoon C2329290
Course title: Watercolour painting plants and flowers
If this is your first WEA course this year, please read the Learning Agreement on the back of your enrolment form. If you have already attended a WEA course this year, you will have already accepted a Learning Agreement. This applies to all the courses you take this year. You should retain the tear off copy of the agreement.
The tutor should discuss and agree the course outline, including the proposed learning outcomes, with the learners at the first session. The Learning Record should be given out to learners at the beginning of the course and learners should assess themselves by completing the ‘beginning of course’ column on the form. The tutor should keep the Learning Records but may wish to use them during the course by encouraging learners to record outcomes as they achieve them. During the penultimate session, the tutor should ask learners to assess their progress by completing the ‘end of course’ column on the form. The tutor should then give their assessment in the column ‘tutor’s assessment’ before signing the Learning Record in the box at the bottom.
Course aims / The aim of this course is to provide learners with knowledge of the observation and portrayal of plants. The course is generally based on botanical painting techniques but there will be experimentation with other mediums and styles. All levels of ability will be catered for including beginners.
Topics to be covered /
- Improvement of observation, drawing and painting
- Increase knowledge of various painting techniques
- Use of various artistic materials and equipment
- Create form and perspective in paintings
Learning outcomes / As a result of this course it may be possible for you to:
- Observe and draw natural subjects
- Have working knowledge of watercolour painting techniques and materials
- Draw and paint a spring subject composition
- Use various drawing and painting mediums
- Produce at least one finished piece of work of plants or flowers
Teaching/learning methods /
- Demonstration
- Discussion
- Examples of other artists’ work
- Group and individual tuition
Assessment methods /
- Through discussions and observation
- Group and individual learner presentations
- Assessment of portfolio work
Previous learning required / Everyone is welcome and no previous knowledge is assumed
Recommended books, materials or equipment / For first session:-
Basic pencils, putty rubber, sharpener, sketch paper
For further sessions
Tutor will advise on water colour paints, water colour paper etc
Learners may find these websites helpful:
Ken Bromley Art Supplies:
Jacksons Art Supplies:
and Society for All Artists:
Progression / Learners can progress to exhibiting and selling their work if desired. Further study can be followed on established correspondence courses. If learners develop to a high standard they can become members of Botanical Painting groups and associations.
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