Student Comments

“The course has exceeded my expectations. [I’ve learned] the 5-step drawing process, composition, form… how to see.”
Anthony S

“Really enjoyed learning the basics of drawing from mark-making to colour and composition as well as all the other elements required to create a picture. Have learnt how to apply line, tone, form, colour, texture, shape and pattern and how these relate. I feel much more confident in starting a project as a result. {my course highlight was] learning perspective as I’d never done it. Basic techniques for drawing and colour were explained and practiced [in the studio] and enabled me to practice at home regularly.”
Jeff H

 “My first experience of taught drawing and painting. I enjoyed and learned from the information given. I’ve learned ways of seeing and understanding how to capture that on paper. I think that will give me more choices and structure my preferences into the future. It’s a broad introduction and its hard to assimilate – those who did more drawing and painting outside the sessions [homework] gained more. Its still quite a confusing blur but I need to draw and practice. Thank you”
Seona O

“It lays down the foundations for drawing in a step-by-step process in a relaxed way. [I have learnt] a lot. Regarding techniques for drawing and how to be a better at measuring, etc. [Has the course met your expectations?] Yes +++ thank you so much.”
Sarah H

“Brilliant, learned loads – drawing, materials – still lives. [My course highlights were] all of it. As a complete beginner I was apprehensive, but it was even better than I’d hoped.”
Helen E

“Well informed, step by step description method and flow of object. Good understanding of colour, lines. Overall this is a good choice to take part in. [I have learned about] drawing methodology, object placing with shading, the light elements in objects to make an interesting painting with full of statement. Colour planning, balancing with background. [My course highlights were to] fully understand yourself in drawing, by expressing in shade and colours. What I had expected the course has met beyond. I am totally happy with what I had learnt.”
Shabana J

“Well informed, lots of directional assistance where required, freedom to work at own competency. [I have learned] spatial awareness, tonal balancing has been a key takeaway and something I’m going to continue to progress. [My course highlights were] oil pastels and inks and longer periods of time to work on set pieces. Practical time shorter than anticipated, however I hadn’t considered how fast 2.5 hours go . All points content-wise has been really helpful and digestible. Thank you”
Vicky F

“I’ve really enjoyed the course. It’s definitely helped me improve my drawing skills but also has encouraged me to explore a wider range of art materials. I have found the teaching on Art Elements and Art principles and composition very helpful. [I have learned] drawing methodology has been particularly helpful. I’ve also enjoyed looking at examples of art works (from both art history and work of other participants on the course). [My course highlights] have been the opportunity and encouragement to work with a wider range of art materials. The course has more than met my expectations. I’ve learnt lots and found it very stimulating and given me lots of ideas and topics I want to investigate further.”
Bernie M