Improvers Art: Illustration (Autumn) (CAR26F017)
Curriculum area: Arts and Crafts
- Start date: Wednesday, 16 September 2026
- End date: Wednesday, 9 December 2026
- Number of weeks: 12
- Time: 18:30 - 20:30
- Delivery type: In-person
- Venue: Botcherby Community Centre, Victoria Road, Botcherby, Carlisle, Cumbria. CA1 2UE
- Tutor: Lynn Nixon
- Full fee: £228.00 | Staff fee: £193.80
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About the course
You will work from a brief with a variety of media, techniques and styles and take inspiration from current and past illustrators and artists.
You’ll use your imagination to translate an idea into images that tell a story or sell an idea.
This is a non-digital course, perfect for people who want to see there ideas come to life.
How the course will be delivered
The course will be delivered face to face in a small group setting, with a friendly and supportive atmosphere.
What you'll need to bring
Bring a pencil, pen and a sketchbook on your first session. You will need paint, pencil crayons, glue etc later in the course but we will discuss what you when you start. None of it will be expensive. Good budget ranges of materials can be bought from local outlets.
Entry requirements
Some painting and drawing skills are desirable but not essential. If you have a desire to create and also to experiment with different styles and techniques, this course is perfect for you.
Additional transferable skills:
Drawing, painting, printmaking, art history, studio management and safety skills, critical thinking and problem solving, English, Maths
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Contact us
Centre: Carlisle Adult Learning
Contact number: 01228 227304
Email address: carlisleadultlearning@cumberland.gov.uk