Introduction to Painting, Evening Course – dot-art at the Bluecoat

Thursdays 6.45pm-9.30pm starting 8th March 2012 (£160 for 10 sessions).
John Kneen leads a 10 week programme of evening lessons introducing and developing your skills in a range of painting techniques.

Program:
A ten week painting course covering an introduction to many techniques in the use of watercolour, acrylics and oil painting. Classes will be taken by experienced artist and teacher John Kneen, who will take students through each stage in a relaxed and friendly manner.

Week One – Watercolour                             Subject Matter – Still Life
Week Two – Watercolour and Ink               Subject Matter - Still Life
Week Three – Acrylic in Monochrome        Subject Matter – An Animal
Week Four – Acrylic in Colour                      Subject Matter – An Animal
Week Five – Acrylic in Colour                       Subject Matter – Harbour / Dock Scene
Week Six – Acrylic Impasto                          Subject Matter – Beach Scene
Week Seven – Oils                                        Subject Matter – Liverpool
Week Eight – Oils Impasto                          Subject Matter – London
Week Nine – Medium of Choice                 Subject Matter – Portrait / Self Portrait
Week Ten – Medium of Choice                  Subject Matter – Subject of Choice

Trainer: John Kneen

Qualified teacher and fine artist John has been leading art classes, particularly focusing on painting techniques, for many years.

Comments from previous course participants:

This is the first art workshop I have attended and I have enjoyed it- a lovely informal atmosphere…
Course set at right level with enough tuition to allow you to express yourself in your paintings…
Excellent day – thoroughly enjoyed the laid back approach andthe demonstrations and gentle encouragement of John…

Dates:

Spring Session 2012, Thursday evenings from 6.45-9.30pm

8th March, 15th March, 22nd March, 29th March, 5th April,
EASTER BREAK,
26th April, 3rd May, 10th May, 17th May, 24th May.

Venue:

The Bluecoat, School Lane, Liverpool, L1 3BX

Situated in the centre of Liverpool, just behind Church Street, down Church Alley and in front of Liverpool ONE. You can enter the building via the front courtyard off School Lane, or through the garden at the back off College Lane. Nearest train station- Liverpool Central.

Cost:

£16 per session / £160 for the 10 week course (full course must be booked in advance) Participants will need to bring their own materials.

Notes:
There are a maximum of 15 places available on the course, so early booking is essential.
To avoid a booking fee and pay by card, cheque or cash, please contact dot-art Services directly on 0845 017 6660.

For more information see here: http://introductiontopaintingevening.eventbrite.com/