COURSE CODE: EC2304037
COURSE DATES: Wednesdays, 3rd July – 21st August 2024
TUTOR: Jessica Routley
DAYS: 8
TIMES: 5:30pm – 7:15pm
EXPERIENCE LEVEL: Beginner
FEE: £190
LOCATION: Art Academy London, 165A Mermaid Court, SE1 1HR
The perfect introductory course for those who are new to painting or working with oil paints. Each week the tutor will guide you in exploring a range of different subject matters and techniques that will provide you with the confidence to paint gratifying and complete paintings with this versatile medium. Students will be exploring subjects such as:
You will learn to relate these elements together in compositions, and in the last three weeks work on a self directed project with the guidance of your tutor. This course offers a structured introduction in a stimulating, fun and relaxing environment. Join our Stage 2 course to continue your practice.
Recommend booking by: June 18, 2024
All attendees must be aged 18 and over.
Choose a Beginners course if you are looking for a broad introduction to the medium you are studying. Students spend time learning the very basics of the taught medium, for example, how to mix colours, use different tools, set up an easel. Our Beginner courses are suitable for students with no prior experience, they tend to follow a more structured path than our other courses, ensuring each student receives the guidance they need from the tutor.
If you do not have your own materials, we recommend you order one of our Painting Packs when booking. You can purchase this at the checkout. Once ordered, packs will be available when you arrive for your first class. There is also a mini shop in the Academy that supplies the basics such as canvas boards, paints, Zest-it etc. (card purchases only)
The Academy is a white spirit and turpentine free environment and only odourless spirits, such as Zest-it or Sansodor, are permitted on the premises. These can also be recycled on site. If you are using oil paints you must bring 1 small jar with a lid to hold your solvent as this should be reused each week. If you want to dispose of your solvent please speak to your tutor as these cannot be poured down the sink and must be disposed of correctly.
Please also bring an apron or old clothing to wear.
Please note that pack contents are subject to change at the discretion of the Academy at any time.
Please be aware that depending on the course structure, you might need to purchase extra canvas boards, on top of the ones provided in the pack.
Jess is a painter and printmaker who is primarily concerned with themes of marginalised identity and representation. Prior to completing her degree in Contemporary Portraiture at Art Academy London, she studied Politics and Community Development. Her art practice is socially informed and wholly influenced by her own identity.
Her works have been shown across London, including at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition and the Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Show.
165A Borough High Street London SE1 1HR tel: +44 (0) 207407 6969
Nearest Tube/ Rail: London Bridge or Borough (both a 5 minute walk).
Please note that London Bridge has two exits, the most direct route is to follow signs to “Borough High Street”.
We cannot store your bikes at the Academy, however there is on-street bike parking near our Mermaid Court site.
Students are welcome to use our Common Room during break times, where you can prepare hot drinks and/or food.
You are also welcome to make tea or coffee.
We offer a number of concessions and discounts, please find more information on what we offer here.
If you would like to purchase a gift voucher to be used on our courses then you can purchase these here.
£190.00