Workers Educational Association
South West Region, Bradninch Court, Castle Street, Exeter, EX4 3PL. Tel. 01392 457300
Fax. 01392 457344 Email southwest@wea.org.uk
Course information Sheet
Course Title:
Painting from Nature
Course Ref:
C3522675
Title of qualification to
be gained (if any):
N/a
Awarding Body (if any):
N/a
Tutor:
Diana Pilcher
Venue: Carymoor Environmental Centre, Dimmer Lane, Castle Cary, Somerset,
BA7 7NR
Start date: 17th March 2012
Essential materials
End date: 17th March 2012
Please bring a packed lunch.
You will need to provide your own
painting materials either watercolour or
acrylic
No of sessions: 1 session
Hours per session: 6 hours
Day(s)/time(s): Saturday 10.00am till
4.00pm
Course Aims
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Explore the application of paint (watercolour or acrylic) to appropriate surfaces
Develop ideas using visual imagery using Carymoor as a starting point.
Understand the basic principles of colour mixing using either watercolours or
acrylics
Course Description
This course will introduce students to the use of watercolours and/or acrylics.
Students will learn how to develop their technical abilities, whether as beginners or
having had some experience in the use of paint. The fundamental principles of
picture making will be covered to include composition (drawing) and colour with
visual reference to the Carymoor Environmental Centre for inspiration.
Entry Requirements
No technical ability will be required just a willingness to learn and to enjoy the day.
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Who is the course for?
Anyone who is willing to learn about painting using either water colours or acrylics.
Main topics covered
Brush work, colour, grounds and composition.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course learners will be able to:
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Produce basic or more developed images using either watercolour or acrylic
paint
Understand the basics of colour
Appreciate brush marks
Prepare a surface for painting
Develop a painting from an idea/drawing or photograph
Teaching and learning methods used
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Instruction in use of paint by demonstration and text
One-to-one tuition on application of paint
How your work will be assessed
From observation and though question and answer
Suggested progression routes
Other painting classes in the local area
Pre-course reading/preparation
None required
Additional Pre-enrolment Information 2011-12
This sheet provides basic information about your entitlements and responsibilities
should you become a WEA student. The information applies to the academic year
2011-12. Details may change for courses beginning in or after September 2012.
You may wish to get a copy of our universal student leaflet, Services for Learners, before
starting your course. This is available from your WEA Regional Office (contact details
below), from tutors, branch secretaries or from WEA course organisers. It is also available
on the WEA website at www.wea.org.uk/courses.
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Regional Contact Details
WEA South West Regional Office,
Bradninch Court,
Castle Street,
Exeter,
Devon,
EX4 3PL.
Tel 01392 457300
Fax 01392 457344
Email; southwest@wea.org.uk
16-18 learners
The WEA receives public funding for the majority of its courses which supplements the fees
paid by students and sponsors. For most of our courses, this funding is only available for
people who are, or will be, 19 or over on 31 August 2011. If you are younger than this,
please contact your WEA Regional Office for advice.
Equality and Diversity
The WEA is committed to Equality and Diversity in every part of the organisation. For more
information on our Single Equality Scheme, visit www.wea.org.uk/equality or contact your
Regional Office.
Learner Safety
The WEA is committed to providing a welcoming environment where everyone is respected
and valued, and can feel safe and secure. If you feel that you or other learners are unsafe
for any reason at all, including discrimination, abuse, harassment or bullying, speak to a
member of staff. If you do not feel you can talk to a tutor, you can ring your Regional Office
and ask to speak to a member of the safeguarding staff, or contact Marjorie le Gall, Human
Resources Manager, on 020 7426 3450.
Disability and learning support
Learners with physical or learning impairments or difficulties, health or medical issues are
entitled to learning support. Ask a member of the WEA staff or contact your Regional Office
if you think you will need help and support. The sooner you ask for support, the sooner we
will be able to supply what you need.
Skills for Life support
All learners are entitled to support for literacy and numeracy free of charge. Please ask a
member of the WEA staff or contact your Regional Office if you think you will need this
support.
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Financial support
People on most income-related benefits and their dependants may be entitled to have their
tuition fees waived or reduced. Fee waiver may also depend on the type of course being
studied.
In addition, there are some available funds to help with the cost of accreditation fees, books,
essential equipment/materials, travel and childcare. Be prepared to be asked for evidence of
financial hardship, such as reliance on income-related benefits, low household income
(usually below £15,276 p.a.) or evidence of difficulty in balancing income and expenditure.
NB these are strictly limited funds and therefore not every assessed claim will be successful.
Contact your Regional Office for more information and advice.
Adult Learning Grants
If you are studying for 12 hours p.w. or more (or 450 study hours in the year) you may be
entitled to an Adult Learning Grant of up to £30 p.w. Ring the national Learner Support
Service on 0800 121 8989 for more information
Learning Agreement and Learner Code of Conduct
When you enrol with the WEA you will enter into a Learning Agreement with us. This is
printed on your Enrolment Form. There is also a Learner Code of Conduct. Together, these
set out the WEA’s responsibilities and your own responsibilities for creating a positive
learning environment (such as regular class attendance).
You can download both the Learning Agreement and the Learner Code of Conduct from our
website at www.wea.org.uk/policies. The Learner Code of Conduct is also reproduced in the
universal student leaflet, Services for Learners. Alternatively, ask a member of the WEA
staff or contact your Regional Office.
If your course leads to a qualification
The WEA’s Cheating, Malpractice & Plagiarism Policy will be relevant to you. See
www.wea.org.uk/policies or contact your Regional Office.
What about other learning?
If you are interested in other WEA courses, contact your Regional Office for further advice. If
you would like to explore courses beyond the WEA, you can also contact the government's
Next Step service. Next Step provides a free, comprehensive range of career, learning and
employment advice and guidance. Its website is at http://nextstep.direct.gov.uk/ or if you
prefer, you can call the helpline free on 0800 100 900. The helpline is open from 8 am until
10 pm, and advice is available in some community languages.
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