Watercolours-Beginners

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Course code: B17E

A practical introduction to watercolour painting, featuring a variety of approaches and techniques.

when: From 02 Jun 2025 to 07 Jul 2025
Mon 13:00-15:30 6 weeks
Tutor: Mary Kelly

where

Stoke Lodge

Stoke Lodge Centre, Shirehampton Road
Stoke Bishop
Bristol
BS9 1BN

fees

full fee for this course £121.00, concession fee £73.00

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

This course offers a friendly, supportive, and structured environment for beginners to develop their watercolour skills or for those seeking a refresher on the basics.

What can students expect?

You will learn how to mix colours, create different effects with paint using wet on wet, wet on dry, washes, create shadows, shape and form and many other techniques. You will develop in confidence to create your own individual style. The fee includes some materials; tutor will advise you on what to buy during 1st session

Late starters allowed?

Yes, but this is a short course so best to join by week 2.

Previous experience required?

No.

What is the progression route?

Learners can re-enrol the following term or join other watercolours courses at Stoke Lodge.

Are there any extra costs?

Yes, learners supply own materials. The tutor will advise on what to buy during the 1st session.

Work set between sessions?

No, but practice is encouraged.

What should students bring?

<ul>
<li>An apron or old shirt to protect your clothes, </li>
<li>2 water containers (jam jar or large yogurt pot)</li>
<li>HB pencil</li>
<li>A rubber</li>
<li>A small paint brush</li>
<li>Any paints if you may already have</li>
<li>Any watercolour paper or a sketch pad you may already have</li>
<li>Masking-tape or drawing clips or bull-dog clips</li>
</ul>

Teaching method/style?

Demonstration, practice and handouts.

Equipment Required

<ul>
<li>Watercolour sketch pad cold press 300g A4 or A3</li>
<li>A small box of pan watercolour paints (incl. dark and light blues, reds, yellows and greens e.g. Ultramarine blue, Coeruleum blue,Yellow Ochre, Lemon Yellow, Crimson Red, Cadmium Red, Titanium White Green) </li>
<li>Paint brushes round head No 10, No 6</li>
<li>A mop brush</li>
<li>A small fan brush, Rigger No 2</li>
<li>Flat brush 1-2 inches</li>
<li>2B pencil</li>
</ul>

Please see what to bring for the first session; the tutor will advise you on where to buy any of the items above you do not have.

Refunds and cancellations

Course Cancellations by Us

• If we cancel your course, your fees will be refunded in full.

• We cannot reimburse the cost of any materials you may have purchased.

Cancellations by You

• If you cancel 7 days or more before the course start date: Refund issued minus a 20% administration fee.

• If you cancel less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: No refund will be issued.

Transfers

• Transfers must be requested at least 7 days before the course start date.

• A 10% transfer fee applies.

• Transfers due to our cancellation of your original course are free of charge.

Illness and Absence

• No refunds are available for non-attendance due to sickness or ill health.

How Refunds Are Issued

• Refunds are returned via the original payment method:

• Booked online or by phone - Refund to the card used.

• Paid in person at Stoke Lodge - Please bring your payment card to the office.

Online Course Access

• Learners are responsible for ensuring they have suitable internet access and equipment before the course begins.

• No refunds will be issued due to technical issues with a learner’s own internet or computer.