Summer Painting Studio
- Level(s) of Study: Short course
- Course Fee:
£435
- Start Date(s): 12 August 2024
- Duration: Monday - Friday, 10 am - 4 pm, five days
- Study Mode(s): Short course
- Campus: City Campus
- Entry Requirements:
More information
Introduction:
Join us for a summer of artistic growth, personal discovery, and creative rejuvenation; this creative retreat is for artists of all levels exploring creative boundaries.
Experiment with new techniques and cultivate your artistic vision - whether you choose to work in acrylics, oil or watercolour you will immerse yourself in your painting and learn how to develop your own style of painting, pushing your ideas forward to completion.
It’s ideal if you’re looking for less structure in learning and more time for personal development in a relaxed studio environment, focusing on a project or chosen subject matter that is important to you. You will be encouraged to gather source material and think creatively about various approaches to your subject and ways to achieve your goals.
This immersive retreat is ideal for those who crave artistic freedom, whilst still benefiting from essential technical guidance and inspiration.
Unlike traditional art classes, this course emphasises personal expression and self-guided exploration while providing essential technical support when needed. You will be given stimulating, individually tailored exercises in areas such as palette choices and mark making to help develop your painting skills and augment your technical choices.
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You’ll be part of a design community in our creative studio culture; one that promotes discussion and collaboration, and encourages experimentation and the constant swapping of ideas. -
With a limited class size you'll have the one-to-one attention you need to ensure you leave with the skills to continue developing your designs at home or work. -
Benefit from learning with an experienced tutor who has established links to the profession and significant experience working in varied practices -
On successful completion of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance.
What you’ll study
Dive into a world of colour, form, and self-expression in this relaxed yet enriching environment.
Whether you’re interested in abstraction, landscape, still life, or portraiture, you’ll find yourself immersed in the art school experience with plenty of time to reflect on your approach and improve your research, idea generation and planning processes.
Alongside one to one tuition, there will be essential daily group discussions, where artists are encouraged to give feedback and support. The week will be fluid, adjusting to different artists’ individual needs, but with a strong sense of shared experience.
During this course, you will have the opportunity to:
- attend short lectures and group discussions about planning your painting
- explore your creative and technical skills through individual and group exercises
- work in the painting studio as well as sketch and find inspiration in the surrounding environments if appropriate
- have dedicated time for introspection and reflection
- practice working in a unique and liberating studio environment whilst getting to know other creative people
- explore both urban and natural landscapes as sources of inspiration
- be encouraged to try new techniques
- have time with your tutor to discuss your personal creative goals and aspirations
- become part of a summer painting community who wish to share ideas and support one another.
Further information on what you'll study
By the end of the course you’ll have a series of sketches, paintings in development and completed works, and the skills and knowledge to develop your work further.
How you’re taught
This is a practical course and the subject is underpinned by theory and art historical references.
This course will be delivered in person on Nottingham Trent University city campus.
You will receive 25 contact hours of quality tuition with an experienced tutor.
Careers and employability
The course could be a means to progress within fine art into different materials or approaches.
On successful completion of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance, which will further enhance your CV.
Campus and facilities
You will be based in the Nottingham School of Art and Design on the City Campus.
You'll find bright painting studios in which to develop your ideas.
You will receive an email one week before the course starts with joining instructions on where to go for the first day.
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 who need less structure as well as those with painting experience are welcome. You should be comfortable with self-directed painting time, alongside the more structured support time with your tutor and peers.
You must be over the age of 18 in order to attend this course.
Getting in touch
If you need more help or information, get in touch through our enquiry form
Level: Open to all
Entry requirement: Beginners who need less structure as well as those with painting experience are welcome. You should be comfortable with self-directed painting time, alongside the more structured support time with your tutor and peers.
You must be over the age of 18 in order to attend this course.
Fees and funding
The fee for this course is £435
Payment is due at the time of booking - ask us if you'd prefer an invoice sent to your company.
Secure your place with a deposit
If you're booking more than two months before the course starts, we can accept a £200 deposit to secure your place, and the balance is due one month before the course starts.
Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include great benefits such as the use of our modern library and free use of the IT equipment and software on the campus during your course.
You'll also need to bring with you on the first session:
- examples (originals or images) of your work, as a starting point
- A4 or A3 sketchbook
- your preferred drawing and painting tools, materials and equipment (please note that turpentine and white spirit are not used in our studios. Instead, we use Zest-It artist thinner and Bartoline Clean Spirit – a revolutionary water-based alternative for brush cleaning, which is then ethically disposed).
Paper, primer, solvents, tape and other basic materials will be provided, but you’ll need to purchase your own canvases or specialist paper.
You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.
The fee for this course is £435
Payment is due at the time of booking - ask us if you'd prefer an invoice sent to your company.
Secure your place with a deposit
If you're booking more than two months before the course starts, we can accept a £200 deposit to secure your place, and the balance is due one month before the course starts.
Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include great benefits such as the use of our modern library and free use of the IT equipment and software on the campus during your course.
You'll also need to bring with you on the first session:
- examples (originals or images) of your work, as a starting point
- A4 or A3 sketchbook
- your preferred drawing and painting tools, materials and equipment (please note that turpentine and white spirit are not used in our studios. Instead, we use Zest-It artist thinner and Bartoline Clean Spirit – a revolutionary water-based alternative for brush cleaning, which is then ethically disposed).
Paper, primer, solvents, tape and other basic materials will be provided, but you’ll need to purchase your own canvases or specialist paper.
You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.
How to apply
You can book your place via the NTU online store:
Weekday course (12 - 16 August 2024)
You can book your place via the NTU online store: