Art and Crafts

This course is intended for those who wish to learn how to sketch and paint buildings and architectural details. A sketchbook is a vital tool for any artist. Recording and developing ideas is one of its important uses. It enables to quickly sketch, paint and then perfect at a later stage. It is also the perfect place to practice and refine drawing and painting skills with experimentation in different techniques. You may record memories of places visited with comments jotted down alongside.

Exercises will be set during the week to be carried out either in the classroom, Marlborough High Street, around the College grounds and hopefully a couple of short trips in the bus to a nearby village or to The Green in Marlborough.

At the end of the week you will have a sketchbook of which you will be proud. Topics to be covered during the week include how to use minimum materials, composition, drawing techniques, perspective, trees, the importance of shadows, the secrets of drawing cars and people. Time will be spent looking at buildings and breaking down their structures into simple geometric shapes, so making them much easier to draw.

The tutor will readily pass on many tips and tricks to make your paintings stand out from the crowd! Colin will demonstrate techniques throughout the week, working closely with you to enable you to develop your skills. All essential materials including a personal sketchbook will be provided. If you have a comfortable chair to take outside please bring this with you as the college ones can be a little uncomfortable!

Please contact me through the Summer School office should you need any advice in advance of your week's course.

Colin Palmer

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