Learn how to paint realistic and charming animal portraits in a range of watercolour techniques in this informative animal painting course.
Throughout this course, you will receive guided practice and practical demonstrations. Therefore, the course is suitable for all ability levels.
What’s more, the course leader is a practising artist and a fully qualified teacher with nearly 30 years experience of teaching art.
Animal Painting Overview:
- First, you will first receive a comprehensive Introduction to watercolour techniques through practical demonstration and practice.
- In addition, we will offer you guided practice on how to complete accurate drawings of animals.
- Furthermore, we will give step-by-step demonstrations on applying watercolour layers in order to build tone and texture.
- Also, demonstrations and lots of practice on watercolour techniques to develop realism and fine detail.
An example itinerary for the animal painting course:
| Day | Activity |
|---|---|
| Sat | We will meet at the studio at 10:30am. Then the tutor will demonstrate a range of watercolour technique and deliver a practical session where the emphasis will be on achieving fun and experimental approaches. The second half of the session will be spent on drawing and developing painting techniques. The aim of the session will be to complete an animal painting study. The session will conclude at 3:30pm. |
| Sun | We will meet at the studio at 10:30am. The last day will be spent in completing a more detailed and final animal portrait painting. During this session, you may wish to paint a pet portrait from a photograph that you bring to the course. The tutor will guide you throughout the day and demonstrate how to add layers and more detail to your work with step-by-step tutorials. Therefore, you will be fully supported in order to complete a high quality outcome. The session will conclude at 3:30pm |
Animal Painting Course Summary
A 2-day animal painting course with professional tuition, all materials, lunches and refreshments for just £185.
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Please note, we do not include accommodation for this course.
So, please visit our accommodation page to explore places to stay within the area.
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