Expanded Painting for Teens

Embrace a spirit of experimentation as you push the boundaries of your creativity! Building on the fundamental principles explored in Painting for Teens, this dynamic course expands the practice of painting, inspiring young artists to broaden their horizons and explore the possibilities of artistic expression. Working with acrylic paint and mixed media approaches, this course offers a versatile toolkit for creative experimentation, and a broader artistic vocabulary to play with gesture, line, colour, composition and form. Supported by in-class exercises and assignments, you will engage in progressive projects that encourage innovative approaches, enabling you to break free from conventional painting norms and unleash your full artistic potential. Discover the unique challenges and opportunities of an expanded practice, allowing you to express yourself with greater impact and creative depth.

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Upcoming Sessions

No scheduled sessions.

Learning Outcomes

Through successful completion of this course, you'll be able to:

Experiment with painting mediums to exploring innovative approaches to art-making.
Use principles of art to address challenges and make informed creative decisions in your paintings
Explore concept development in your artwork, learning to infuse meaning and narrative into your paintings
Communicate ideas effectively using gesture, line, colour theory, composition and form in your paintings
Develop confidence in using painting as a powerful outlet for self-expression
Understand the relevance of art history to your own work, drawing inspiration from various artistic movements and styles to inform your painting practice.

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