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P1: Watercolour

Overview

This course will help students explore the many different ways watercolours can be used and will develop your visual awareness and ability to use tone and colour effectively. Students are encouraged to look at a wide range of source materials for inspiration. In addition, the course will increase knowledge of the history of watercolour painting, including work of the twentieth century.

What does the course cover?

  • Using tone
  • Looking at colour
  • Working with mixed media
  • Finding your own style
  • History of watercolours.

Course Assessment

You will receive comments and direction from your tutor throughout the course. If you choose to have your work formally assessed, you will receive details on submitting a folio of work with the course materials.

Higher Education Credit: 40 credit points at Level 1.

Tuition:


Postal tuition you send work to your tutor for comments and direction.


Face-to-face tuition you have an opportunity for one-to-one meetings with your course tutor. Our Locations list will show you where face-to-face tuition is available. Please note that some centres offer group tuition and these start with an August/October introductory meeting.

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Time Guide:

To complete the course in 10 months requires about 7 hours study a week.

Materials:

A course pack is provided and will be sent to you by post. OCA offers quality art materials at discounted prices.

Fees:

£580 full fee or £215 deposit and 6 x £74 monthly payments, totalling £659