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Illustration - explore texture and colour - FREE taster

An exciting taster course that introduces you to texture and colour techniques. You will share ideas, create a mark with a found object and learn a few essential tips to help your illustration technique. You will create a colourful bird to take home.

Illustration - explore texture and colour - FREE taster (DMF009TBR)

On:

Tuesday
from 12. 30pm to 2. 30pm

For 1 weeks.

Starts

09 September 2025

Ends

09 September 2025

Where:

Brockley Rise Centre
Brockley Rise
Crofton Park
Se23 1pr

Cost

FREE

Enrol now

You can enrol by phone on 020 8314 6959 or 020 8314 7775 Monday to Friday, 10am–3pm. More ways to enrol

Call: 020 8314 6959

Call: 020 8314 7775

What prior knowledge, experience and qualifications will I need?
No prior knowledge or experience is necessary to enrol on this course. Please be advised that some learners who enrol will have more experience than others. A basic level of English, Maths and computer skills would be useful.

Learning Goals:
To use a found object to create a mark on paper. To experience and explore a variety of processes that incorporate colour and build texture. To make a colourful bird using the techniques explored in the session. To discuss and share ideas.

What teaching methods will the tutor use?
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the course which will include the following: Demonstration - both group and individual, one to one tuition, group work, assessment of progress, observation, discussion/question, and answer sessions.

What assessment methods will the tutor use?
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the course which will include the following: Demonstration - both group and individual, one to one tuition, group work, assessment of progress, observation, discussion/question, and answer sessions.

Will extra work be required outside the class times?
No additional work outside of class is required.

What materials will I need for the course and how much will they cost?
N/A

What do I need to bring to the first class?
A small found object to make a mark with on paper. Don't forget to bring an apron, wear suitable clothing and enclosed footwear.

Options when finished
The department offers a wide variety of Design, Media, Music and Food courses at different levels. Information about these courses is available through the tutor, the Curriculum Leader or the ALL programme.

Additional information
The tutor will contact you via email before the course begins, please ensure we have your correct details. Check your junk mail for any correspondence from us at least 1 day before the course start date. This is a practical class, ALL cannot be held responsible for any items including work, materials, tools etc left by the learner in our workrooms. This workspace is used for a varied course offer, please leave the space clean and tidy ensuring rubbish and personal belongings are removed. All drinks taken into the space must be kept in a re-useable lidded cup or container.

For general enquiries and course availability information call 0208 314 3300. For more detailed information and guidance about the course:

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Contact

Maria Turner

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