Next Steps in Landscape Painting
Subject Area
Art & Design, Fashion & Creative Crafts
Student Type
Adults
Study Mode
Part Time
Course Type
Community Learning
What is the course about?
This exciting ‘Next Steps’ course is designed to help you advance your acrylic painting skills, focusing on the art of landscape painting. You will have the opportunity to select your own landscape photographs as inspiration, guiding you towards creating a fully resolved acrylic painting by the end of the course.
Whether you have completed the ‘Introduction to Landscape Painting’ course and are eager to build on your skills, or you are already experienced in landscape painting and looking for expert tips and techniques to improve your work, this course offers the perfect next step to refine and develop your artistic practice.
Why should I choose the course?
This course offers a fantastic opportunity to deepen your acrylic painting skills with expert guidance tailored to landscape art. You’ll benefit from personalised support as you work, allowing you to create a finished painting that truly reflects your vision. Whether you’re building on prior experience or already confident in your abilities, you’ll gain new techniques and creative insights to push your artwork to the next level in a supportive environment.
What will I learn?
With expert demonstrations and personalised one-to-one support, you will discover how to create a compelling acrylic painting from start to finish. You’ll learn to map out your composition, develop an effective underpainting, gradually build up layers of colour and texture, and apply those all-important finishing touches that bring your artwork to life.
What will the course lead on to?
Completing this course could enable progression on to one of our other many short courses or to study at higher level.
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Are there any links with industry and university?
The techniques shown to you are in line with those used by professional practicing artists. You will be advised on presentation and mounting techniques.
What support is available?
You will receive personalised one-to-one support throughout the course, ensuring you get the guidance you need to develop your skills and confidence. Technical demonstrations will be provided regularly to help you master new techniques and approaches. Additionally, small group sessions encourage peer interaction, allowing you to share ideas, get feedback, and learn collaboratively in a supportive environment. Should you need further assistance, our dedicated Wellbeing Team is also available to provide additional support to help you manage any personal or academic challenges, ensuring your overall experience is positive and rewarding.
Why should I choose to study the course at Warrington & Vale Royal College?
This course is delivered at our spacious Winsford Campus, which offers a welcoming and comfortable setting. With free onsite parking available, attending your classes is convenient and hassle-free. You will be taught by expert tutors who bring a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience to their teaching, ensuring you receive high-quality instruction and personalised support throughout your learning journey.
What are the entry requirements?
You will have already completed our ‘Introduction to Landscape Painting course, or you will have previous experience of landscape painting and are ready to take your skills to the next level.
What are my funding options?
For more information about financial support, please visit: https://wvr.ac.uk/college-life/financial-support
For personalised advice on funding, please contact our Learner Services Team on 01925 494 400 or email learner.services@wvr.ac.uk.
Are there any additional costs associated with the course?
You will need to bring your own set of acrylic paint brushes, acrylic paint tubes, a palette, a water jar, and a painting surface to work on. We recommend using an A2 or A3 canvas, board, or canvas board.
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