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Art for Beginners

Course Type
Adult Community Learning
Campus
Level
Duration

Course Overview

Course ID:
4159

This art and design course provides you with the chance to actively participate in structured sessions that enhance your understanding and confidence in producing visual imagery.

  • Focus Areas: Start by focusing on observation and drawing skills. Then, move on to transforming your observations into various forms of artwork, including painting, collage, and printmaking.

Throughout the course, you will receive continuous support, guidance, and advice. The classes offer an informative and conducive learning environment that fosters practical activity and reflection.

For Returning Students: You will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and experience to further extend and develop your practice.

This course is a great fit for students with experience in other art and design disciplines. It serves as a foundation for developing visual thinking and exploring a variety of materials, techniques, and processes. Additionally, it can help you create new work suitable for your portfolio and refresh your practice.

If you are interested in progressing on from this course, the perfect route would be to try out our Develop Art Skills at Victoria Art Gallery course!

Interested in applying?

Offering Code:
S98AFB1/BEF1C
Offering Name:
Art for Beginners (Summer Term)
Start Date:
23/04/2026
End date:
02/07/2026
Day Of Week:
Thursday
Start Time:
18:15
End Time:
20:45
Campus Name:
City Centre Campus (Bath)
Fee Rate 16 to 18 Fully Funded:
Fee Rate 19 Plus Fully Funded:
£0.00
Fee Rate 19 Plus Co Funded:
£75.00
Fee Rate Non Funded:
£150.00
Offering ID:
4159
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Offering Code:
S98AFB1/BEF1B
Offering Name:
Art for Beginners (Spring Term)
Start Date:
08/01/2026
End date:
26/03/2026
Day Of Week:
Thursday
Start Time:
18:15
End Time:
20:45
Campus Name:
City Centre Campus (Bath)
Fee Rate 16 to 18 Fully Funded:
Fee Rate 19 Plus Fully Funded:
£0.00
Fee Rate 19 Plus Co Funded:
£75.00
Fee Rate Non Funded:
£150.00
Offering ID:
4159
Apply
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Frequently Asked Questions

Entry Requirements
What topics are covered?

  • Drawing
  • Painting
  • Collage
  • Printmaking

How will I be taught and assessed?

The group sessions will be structured with all processes, materials and techniques demonstrated and explained. Students will be encouraged to creatively explore and experiment within the conducive learning workshop environment, supported through one-to-one tutor contact and small group discussion.

What can I do next?
Are there any additional costs?

Materials, tools and equipment will be provided.

What else do I need to know?
What is the aim of the course?
Fees and Funding

Funding
If you are aged 19 or older, and are a UK national living in the UK or EEA for the last three years, you should be able to access government funding towards the cost of your course. Your course will either be free, or partially funded with a small fee to pay.

Free - if you are unemployed, looking for work and claiming benefits; Also, if you are employed & earning below 25k per year.

Partially Funded - if you earn 25,000 or more per year.

Not Funded - if you do not meet the residence requirements. You may be required to pay the full cost of your course, and will not be able to claim any government funding.


We will be able to advise you on your funding eligibility after you apply, but feel free to give us a call if you'd like to discuss your circumstances.


The prices listed are the highest possible option - the final price would be allocated depending on individual circumstances (according to the criteria above).

No offerings available for this course.