summer course starting watercolour
Beginners tend to mistake watercolour for the introductory media to painting. Compared to oils and acrylics it is actually a bit more challenging, for in watercolour adjustments are relatively hard to make - if at all, without losing the 'freshness' of the work, much the same as in drawing. On the other hand - again like drawing, watercolour is a conveniently 'fast' media: One can start and complete a watercolour picture within an hour.
In this introductory course you will first learn about the materials needed, basic colour theory and watercolour pigments, brushes and papers. The following classes will then be project based, and you will be guided in painting still life, landscape, figure and portrait, while practising basic techniques like stretching paper, laying washes, working wet in wet, controlling edges, using dry brush, etc.
All art materials are catered by the school. We do however recommend students to purchase their own (few) paints and brushes early during the course so they can also practise at home and get more consistent results. We can also inform you about the best deals in town.
The sessions run on the 5 week days from 10-16hrs, of the week of August 9. The price is 410 euros. This includes (most) art materials, lunches, coffee and tea. On Friday afternoon there will be a conclusive drink.
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