Beginners Watercolour – Explore Basic Watercolour Techniques to Produce Striking Christmas Cards (WHI26T017)
Curriculum area: Arts and Crafts
- Start date: Saturday, 28 November 2026
- End date: Saturday, 28 November 2026
- Number of weeks: 1
- Time: 10:00 - 13:00
- Delivery type: In-person
- Venue: The Gather, Ennerdale, The Gather, Ennerdale Bridge, Cleator, Cumbria. CA23 3AR
- Tutor: Rachel Metcalfe
- Full fee: £22.50 | Concessionary fee: £11.25 | Staff fee: £19.13
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About the course
Create several beautiful, watercolour Christmas cards whilst learning some basic watercolour techniques. You'll learn how to create simple watercolour washes and experiment with different techniques to create interesting textures: including using wax resist, salt for snow, wet in wet methods, layering, scratching and cling film to create winter mountains. Your tutor will provide detailed demonstrations on how to create the designs, whilst allowing opportunities for you to have a go at your own creations if and when confident.
How the course will be delivered
Through detailed step-by-step demonstrations, discussions and regular support and encouragement.
What you'll need to bring
A set of watercolour materials including an A4 or larger sketchbook of watercolour paper, a small set of your preferred watercolours, a pencil, masking tape, a water container, mixing palette or plate, a board to tape your paper on, kitchen towel, a range of brushes and other materials you like to use. Other materials will be provided for you to experiment with.
Entry requirements
No formal entry requirements. It is a beginners course for learners who want to learn the basics and have a willingness to experiment.
Additional transferable skills:
Creativity and Visual Thinking, Problem-Solving, Fine Motor Skills, Resourcefulness, Planning and Organisation, Collaboration and Communication
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Contact us
Centre: Whitehaven Adult Learning
Contact number: 01946 506416
Email address: whitehavenadultlearning@cumberland.gov.uk