Acrylics Now
- Level(s) of Study: Short course
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Course Fee:
£435
* - Start Date(s): 13 April 2024
- Duration: Saturdays 10 am - 12.30 pm, ten weeks
- Study Mode(s): Short course
- Campus: City Campus
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Entry Requirements:
More information
Introduction:
This course is ideal for those people new to acrylics and those with some experience.
It will cover the basic tenets of acrylics; the materiality of the paint, the support (board, canvas, paper or other) and the tools required to create different effects.
Throughout the course there will be a range of practical activities and inspiring projects for you to engage with, supported by demonstrations of specific materials and techniques, and supportive group critiques.
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By the end of the course you will have created a portfolio of new, innovative work. -
The course could also be a means to progress within fine art into different materials or approaches.
Here's what our previous attendees said:
'The instruction from the tutor was excellent! You can tell that the tutor was very experienced as both a professional artist and tutor. We were a group with very mixed ability, and everyone was supported and developed.' ES
'I particularly enjoyed gaining an understanding of different acrylics techniques and a curiosity to explore acrylics further. I loved learning in a group and seeing other students work.' SA
'I wanted to reinvigorate my passion for art, I've now got a springboard to continue with a project. I've been able to use different materials that I would not normally have had the chance to use.' HO
'Excellent course, so much information learnt and skills that I have developed. Inspirational tutor, magic!' JR
'This course has increased my confidence and I have gained loads of new ideas, especially in regards to colour theory. Very enjoyable class and the tutor was very helpful'
What you’ll study
On this course, you will:
- complete colour mixing exercises
- apply paint through traditional methods using a range of brushes
- move on to more inventive mark-making with palette knives (to create impasto effects), as well as dripping and pouring diluted paint.
You will be encouraged to assemble images and identify your own potential subject matter, and reflect on your approach to acrylics.
You will have the opportunity to engage with the basic handling of materials and processes through a selection of tried and tested exercises, and you will be encouraged to look closely and respond to your own environment and cultural experience when realising a project.
This is a practical course, and the subject is underpinned by theory and art historical references.
The course introduction will include a brief overview of the relatively new tradition of acrylic.
However, the focus will soon shift to contemporary uses of acrylic and artists using this medium will be explored and researched.
The course is anchored in the stuff of acrylic painting; whilst the focus is on acrylic paint as a specialised medium, there will be opportunities to experiment – e.g. using it as mixed media and/or with collage techniques.
Introduction to Acrylics
Support/ground - canvas, board, paper
Paints, brushes, palette knives
Subject Matter / Source Material
Materiality, subject matter
Introduce individual project
Colour and Texture
Colour, application of colour
Impasto techniques
Colour and Texture explored
Colour and Impasto techniques continued with further exploration
Experimental Acrylics
Experimental techniques
Mixed media approaches
Mixed Media and Collage
Experimental approaches to acrylics
Working with collage
Individual Project Work
Concentrating on your individual project brief
Developing your ideas
Discuss thoughts and development of work
Explore your ideas
Review
Review and Critique
Presentation
Evaluation and Progression
Student Work
How you’re taught
This is a hands on, practical course taught in our professional paining and drawing studios.
Campus and facilities
Where you'll learn: You will be based in the School of Art and Design on the City Campus.
You'll find bright drawing and painting studio and workshop spaces to develop your ideas and create exciting work.
You’ll also have access to our library to use outside of your short course; whilst you can’t reserve or take away books, you are welcome to use them as a resource for research and referencing.
Entry requirements
Level: Open to all
Entry requirement: Beginners as well as those with some painting experience are welcome.
You must be over the age of 18 to attend this course.
Fees and funding
The fee for this course is £435.
Payment is due at the time of booking.
The fee for this course is £435.
Payment is due at the time of booking.
How to apply
You can book your place via the NTU online store: