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Course Information Sheet

Drawing - Life drawing C&G level 1 award - human figure linear    

Fees:

full £155

conc £90

non EU £373

Day

Time

Weeks

Centre

Start

End

Code

Mon

10:00-12:30

11

MAC

09/01/12

26/03/12

AA2240

Tutor:  Tim Cunliffe   Nearly Full

What will the course cover?

In this level 1 course you will develop the ability to portray the human form using line and explore how a variety of media can be used expressively to create a series of at least 5 finished artworks. Display and storage will be covered.

Who is the course for?

Anyone who would like to learn the basic skills required to begin drawing and painting with water based inks from the human figure.

What skills, knowledge or experience do I need to start this course?

None, this is a beginner’s course, however you can join whatever your level and improve your skills

What should I be able to do by the end of the course?

Make drawings of the human form that show an understanding of its scale and proportion. Identify and use basic drawing techniques and materials. Identify and use basic wet and/or dry mediums. Identify and use basic art mediums. Explore and use appropriate principles of design. Use preliminary sketches to develop ideas for final pieces of work.

How is the course organised?

Practical exercises in drawing and painting, information on materials and mediums as well as how to present work for display.

What extra study or practice is expected outside of the class?

Visits to art galleries and sketchbook work to support your own learning.

How will my progress be assessed?

One to one and group support and through the use of your Individual Learning Plan, those opting to take the accreditation will have their work verified by internal verifier and may also be submitted to C&G for external verification.

What can I expect to go on to after this course?

Continue to develop your skills by attending term 3 ‘Life drawing – human figure colour’. General life drawing or painting courses will also develop your skills.

Are there any other costs and what do I need to bring?

"Some drawing materials are supplied. Tutor will advise on what to bring. Paper is available in class. There is a £36.00 C&G registration fee for those opting to take the qualification. "

What support is available?

Learner Support Fund – a grant is available to help you pay for the cost of the course and other expenses incurred, if you are a resident in receipt of benefits. You may wish to get additional help offered through Study Support Sessions. Help with literacy or numeracy is available through the basic education programme and the ESOL programme offers help for speakers of other languages. Additional support can be provided for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.

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