Explore Abstract Art (CSC279)

Join us for this two-day course dedicated to the art of abstract painting designed especially for younger artists.

What you will learn on this course?

Leave reality behind as you explore using colour, shape, forms and mark making to create an image very different from reality. Famous abstract painters such as Vasily Kandinsk and Jackson Pollock used big bold colours to create paintings that are fun to look at, and even more fun to try and re-create!

Participants will gain an understanding of-
-    Colour theory
-    Their personal colour palette
-    Colour mixing and relationship
-    Mark making
-    Large scale painting techniques
-    Abstraction techniques

The course will culminate with children creating their own masterpiece by abstracting a chosen subject/reference photo. This course is a great way to get a very different art experience honing in on one specific area of art making.

By the end of the course children will have developed their understanding of painting, learned new techniques and gained confidence with their art making, all within a fun and friendly environment.

Participants will be able to take their paintings home at the end of the course to show off to their family and friends.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for young people aged 8 to 14 years. It is open to all ability levels and does not require any previous experience. We provide a learning support worker and all our staff are DBS checked. Parents are not expected to accompany young people on the course.

The course is accessible for young people of all abilities who can participate in practical art and craft activities. A parent or carer may attend to assist the child if required; carers must book a complimentary ticket if attending to provide support. Please contact us to discuss your specific access needs. The room is wheelchair accessible.

Age ranges are set carefully to consider key age developments, materials being used and course stimulus. It is very important that age ranges are not too large or across key stages and therefore need to be adhered to.

Do you need to bring anything?

All course materials and equipment are provided.

Please note that lunch is not provided. Participants will need to bring their own lunch to eat on a supervised one-hour break.

Are there any additional costs?

There are no additional costs for this course.

Who teaches this course?

Boglarka Toth