Adult Education Class Programme

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Class Details
Information correct as of Tue Sep 7 04:15 2010
 
Code: BOR 22551     How to enrol in this class
Title:   ART(PR):ABSTRACT PAINTING
Course Level:   Beginner
Dates:   Mon 27 Sep 19:00-21:00  
Location:   BOROUGHMUIR HIGH
Course Category:   A 10 week NON-VOCATIONAL course
Max No. Students:   14
Disabled Access:   side door right with ramp-lift to floors side door left with ramp lift to floors 
Creche Available:   NO  
Prices:  
Standard fee. If you do not fall into one of the categories below then you pay the standard fee £60.00
16 and 17 years old (under 18 at 1/8/2010) and students in full-time education £30.00
Retired people of 60+ years and NOT in employment £24.00
Concessions click for info £13.00
Class Description

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: No formal entry requirements. Some previous drawing/painting experience would be useful but not necessary.
GENERAL AIM OF THE COURSE: To introduce students to a variety of methods of abstract painting. To encourage individual experimentation and creativity. To help develop students' visual awareness and observation skills. To broaden students' appreciation of art. To introduce students to a range of painting techniques. LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of the course students will: 1. Have explored methods of extracting images from source material for development into abstract paintings. 2. Have learned a range of experimental approaches to using paint and other materials. 3. Have been introduced to a variety of artists working with abstraction and produced work in response. 4. Gained a better understanding of the processes and planning involved in creating an abstract painting. 5.Gained more confidence in the use of colour, form and composition. 6.Have had the opportunity to develop their critical skills.
GENERAL APPROACH TO THE COURSE: Classes will begin with an introduction to an artist or group of artists (using visual aids) followed by a brief group discussion. Demonstrations on new techniques will be given followed by individual tuition. Possible visits to exhibitions/galleries.
MATERIALS REQUIRED BY STUDENT: Students will be required to provide their own materials however they should wait until the class commences to get information from the tutor about what will be required for each week.
BOROUGHMUIR HIGH

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Other Concessions Fees

People in receipt of any of the following benefits pay the concessionary fee :

  • Employment Support Allowance
  • Housing Benefit
  • Council Tax Benefit (this does not include the single person's discount)
  • Incapacity Benefit
  • Working Tax Credit
  • Pension Credit
  • Income-based Job Seekers Allowance
  • receiving NASS Support
In addition, people in receipt of Disability Living Allowance pay 50% of the full fee

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LevelDescription
BEGINNERwith little or no knowledge of the subject
BEGINNER2for people who have completed a term at beginner’s level
POST-BEGINNERhas a little knowledge equivalent to one year in class
INTERMEDIATEequivalent to two years in class
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