Improvers Painting – Experimenting further with Watercolour, Inks and Mixed Media (WHI25T093)
Arts and Crafts
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Mode of attendance: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 14 April 2026
End date: Tuesday, 19 May 2026
Number of weeks: 6
Time: 13:00 - 15:00
Tutor: Rachel Metcalfe
Venue: The Gather, Ennerdale
Venue address: The Gather, Ennerdale Bridge, Cleator, Cumbria. CA23 3AR
Full fee: £78.00
Concessionary fee: £39.00
Staff fee: £66.30
About the course:
You will be introduced to a range of artists who use inks and mixed media techniques in their work to create exciting textures and compositions. Sessions will start with the opportunity to experiment with watercolour and the different media, with each week having a different focus. We will develop the use of incorporating inks, oil pastels, water-colour pencils, charcoal and collage. With step-by-step instructions and suggestions, you will be shown how these techniques can be used to develop textures and atmosphere in paintings. You will use inks to sketch with as well as using wet in wet techniques to create loose and experimental images. You will learn how to build up your own paintings using layers, with the aim of developing a personal style to you.
How will the course be delivered?
Through detailed step-by-step demonstrations, discussions and regular support and encouragement.
What do I 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.
What are the entry requirements?
No formal entry requirements. However, it is a course for more experienced watercolourists or learners who have attended previous improvers or intermediate watercolour courses.
What can I do next?
Further Art courses for Improvers - Please check: https://adultlearning.cumbria.gov.uk
How well am I doing?
Your tutor will tell you how you are doing in the sessions and your progress will be recorded in your Individual Progress Record. You will work with your tutor to identify any particular areas that you want to improve and your tutor will support you achieve your goals.
Enquiries
Centre: Whitehaven Adult Learning
Contact number: 01946 506416
Email address: whitehavenadultlearning@cumberland.gov.uk