Art - Acrylic Painting for Creative Futures

Creative Futures: Acrylic Painting (Still Life)

Explore the art of still life through this hands-on acrylic painting course. Each session will begin with drawing exercises to help you observe form, light and composition before moving onto acrylic painting techniques. You'll learn how to mix colours, build layers, and create texture as you bring everyday objects to life on canvas. Suitable for beginners and those wanting to refine their skills in a relaxed, creative environment.

Throughout the course, learners will develop observational drawing skills and gain confidence in using acrylic paints and materials. By exploring colour theory, composition, brushwork, layering and texture, learners will create a range of still life paintings while developing their own creative style and artistic expression.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Use observational drawing techniques to record objects accurately.
• Demonstrate an understanding of form, light, tone and composition.
• Mix and apply acrylic paint with increasing confidence and control.
• Use layering, texture and brushwork techniques to enhance paintings.
• Create finished still life artworks using a range of acrylic painting techniques.
• Reflect on their progress and identify future creative goals.

This course offers a supportive and enjoyable environment for learners to develop practical painting skills, build confidence and explore their creativity through the timeless subject of still life.