Crafts courses

...skills and getting to grips with portraiture. Life modelling will be taught mainly on an individual basis, with group discussion on major topics concerned with life modelling...

...for those wanting more of a challenge, there will be an opportunity to try pointed brush pens. During the class there will be group and individual demonstrations...

...Pinching - Coiling - Slab building - Press moulding - Throwing - Sprigging - Use a sketchbook effectively to investigate new ideas, and document learning...

...apply and adjust shape masks - Apply and adjust colour masks - understand the use of inside and outside mask tool - combine colour and shape masks...

...watercolour processes which works best for you Identify watercolour techniques when viewing the work of a range of watercolour artists. Watercolour materials...

...historically and musically, and analysing it formally and stylistically. - Tutor presentation and explanation, including handouts - Guided listening...

...a variety of surface qualities using oxides; bronze powder; or shellac and pigments, graphite, inks, acrylic or oil paint or waxes. This will enable...

...such as slab building - Make functional objects - Develop skills for decoration and glazing Intermediate/Advanced: - Set a brief in discussion with...

...matter • Recognise the work of a variety of watercolour artists working with the still life genre. We will cover primary, secondary and tertiary colour...

...Look at, and take inspiration from, the work and practice of a variety of artists. We will use a variety of drawing materials to explore the landscape of the...

...Use etching to develop your own imagery For more experienced learners: - Demonstrate confidence in using more complex etching and printing methods...

...You will be provided with photocopies of the poems to be studied. Please bring a pen and paper. General information and advice on courses at City Lit...

...shape and tone to create visual depth and rhythm Demonstrate improved skills in mixing colour Use a range of tools for applying paint in varied marks...

...and work directly with the metal clay, exploring the vast possibilities of this magical jewellery material. - Recognise the properties of the different types of metal...

...development into a coherent historical context, this course will empower you to describe and interpret what you see in galleries in an increasingly constructive...

...Use a variety of mark making techniques - Apply a colour system to create stronger drawings - Build a composition using a variety of drawing approaches...

...safety and precautions - Fragrance interaction with the body and mind - Fragrance and oil blending techniques and methods for personal...

...and use the tricks and principles as a tool to entertain. *Entertain with knowledge of basic stage craft techniques. Cards, coins, ropes and balls will be taught...

...to Mile End for the day. If the weather is variable we will work in sheltered areas on the Southbank - or in the studio at City Lit. Make a series of urban studies on location...

...Demonstrate an awareness of space and form when planning a composition - Recognise the use of compositional structure - Identify appropriate medium...