This course teaches artistic techniques based on the processes of Master Artists, focusing on composition, proportion, and colour theory. Students will practice sketching and painting directly inspired by artists like Streeton, Van Gogh, Monet, Velasquez, Sargent and Sorolla. By the end, students will complete master studies and original works, building a strong foundation in traditional art techniques. Ideal for artists of all levels looking to refine their skills.

DELIVERY MODE

• Face-to-Face

COURSE OUTLINE

• Focus on key principles such as composition, proportion, and colour theory.
• Practice sketching and painting through hands-on exercises and master studies.
• Develop technical skills in traditional art methods used by iconic artists.
• Exploring Light and Texture - capture light, shadow, and texture, focusing on techniques such as chiaroscuro and brushstroke variations to bring depth and realism to paintings.
• Create original studies that reflect classical and impressionist styles.
• Gain familiarity with key materials and processes.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Apply key techniques of composition, proportion, and colour theory used by Master Artists to their own artwork.
2. Reproduce master studies, demonstrating an understanding of the processes of art
3. Use sketching and painting techniques inspired by classical and impressionist styles to create original works of art.
4. Analyse and critique their work, refining skills in traditional art methods through continuous practice and feedback.

MATERIALS LIST

• 2B Pencils
• Kneadable Eraser
• Set of Acrylic Brushes
• Acrylic Paints:  the Reeves Acrylic 12ML set is highly recommended (individual tubes of red, blue and yellow, black and white, burnt sienna, Viridian or Emerald Green)
• Water jars
• A4 sketchpad
• 3x A4 Canvas panel

IMPORTANT: Please arrive to the first class with all the relevant materials. A lack of materials is not just a handicap to you but to the ability to teach. Materials cost is not included in a course fee. In the event of a course being cancelled WEA cannot be held responsible for the purchase of any course materials. We therefore suggest you purchase your materials closer to the time of the course commencing.

ART SUPPLY STOCKISTS

The following stockists below are examples of places you can buy art materials from:

• Art on King: 199-201 King Street, Newtown. Ph: 9516 2342
• Eckersley's Art and Craft Store: 93 York Street, Sydney. Ph: 9299 4151. Also located in various locations throughout Greater Sydney.
• Parkers Art Supplies: 3 Cambridge Street, The Rocks. Ph: 9247 9979
• The Art Scene: 914 Victoria Road, West Ryde. Ph: 9807 6900
• The Sydney Art Store: 11 Salisbury Street, Botany. Ph: 9699 2162

You can also purchase materials from places such as Dymocks, Officeworks, Spotlight, Lincraft or online art suppliers such as Art Shed Online.