Oil Painting for Beginners

As well as learning the practicalities of equipment choice and painting supports, students will be taught principles of composition and colour mixing, often with reference to the work of contemporary artists and the old masters. All types of subject matter will be used including the human figure - with the aim of the course being to enable students to discover and realise their personal abilities.

Termly enrolment is possible for all courses and applicants must be over seventeen years of age. Fees are payable in advance for all courses and each course is devised for a limited number of students, so early enrolment is advisable. Students wishing to transfer from one course to another will be subject to a transfer fee. Fees are non-refundable. Please note: Heatherley School of Fine Art reserves the right to cancel, combine or reschedule courses, or adjust fees, or substitute lecturers as necessary.

Materials and School Shop
Easels, boards, printing inks and some sculpture materials are provided but students are expected to supply any additional materials needed. The School Shop stocks a range of art materials at reasonable prices.

Wednesday 6.30-9.00pm