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Course intent

As we celebrate 100 years of Surrealism, this Life-Drawing session explores the human figure in all sorts of absurd, strange and surreal poses. From everyday objects to foods, mask and more, expect the figure nude and clothed in strange settings. In addition to the surreal, we will explore abstraction as we create interesting compositions and images of the figure.

What will I learn?

You will learn:

• Figure Drawing
• How to set up an interesting pose
• Composition
• Approaches to recording tone, line and shape
• Gesture drawing
• The figure interacting with objects
• Mark-making for expressive images of the moving figure

  Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

  This is a mixed ability class, so all are welcome.

  What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

  • A2 white cartridge paper

• A2 newsprint
• A3 tracing paper
• Variety of pencils (at least HB 2B and 4B)
• Pastels (chalk and/or/ oil)
• Some other coloured tools (coloured pencils, markers, random pens you already have)
• Pencil Sharpener
• Graphite stick
• White chalk
• Willow charcoal
• Compressed charcoal
• A Rubber
• Board clips or masking tape

What can I do when I finish the course?

Learners can progress onto other Arts & Crafts courses with SAL.

Additional information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class. ÄûÃʵ¼°¹ Adult Learning values and supports equality and diversity by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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