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Intermediate Art Course Spring 2027
Unlock Your Creative Potential
Take your artistic skills to the next level with this 10-week Intermediate Art Course. Designed for those with painting and drawing experience, this course will deepen your understanding of various techniques while inspiring your creativity through dynamic projects.
Location
The De Vitre Room, The Cornerstone, Norreys Avenue, Wokingham RG40 1UE
What You’ll Learn:
Composition and building an art piece
Create interesting compositions, viewpoints, landscape, portraiture and still life works
Layering & Colour Theory
Build depth and dimension in your work while enhancing your understanding of colour relationships.
Refine your painting and drawing techniques
Master the art of working with a wide variety of art materials. Combining detailed lines with expressive paint washes.
Learn new methods
Explore vibrant, textured effects through innovative techniques with your tutor.
Projects Schedule
British packaging favourites in mixed media & inks, inspired by artist Georgina Luck
20th & 27th January
Students are introduced to the work of artist Georgina Luck and create a lively still life of much-loved British packaging, working from direct observation. They explore mixed media and inks, using Brusho crystals, masking fluid, dipping pens and fine line pens to capture bold colour, lettering, detail and texture. Please bring four items with British packaging to both weeks.
Spring allotment painting in acrylics, inspired by artist Garry Bunt
3rd & 10th February
Students look at the work of artist Garry Bunt and use photographic references to create a spring allotment scene. They build up layers of colour and texture in acrylics, using palette knives and water sprays to blend, scrape and soften their paint. They focus on composition, depth and creating a confident, expressive finish.
Half-term break (no class) Wednesday 17th February
Spring fields, loose and expressive, inspired by artist Kurt Jackson, in oil pastel resist, watercolour and gouache
24th February & 3rd March
Students look at the work of artist Kurt Jackson and create a loose, expressive landscape of spring fields. They combine oil pastel resist with layers of watercolour and gouache, building texture, movement and colour. They learn to work more freely and use the materials with expressive marks, while still keeping control of composition and depth.
Ammonite study in mixed media
10th & 17th March
Students study the spiral form of a fossil ammonite and bring together a range of media to create a rich, textured piece. They combine oil pastels, watercolour, gouache, Brusho crystals, masking fluid and pen work, focusing on pattern, tone and detail. They also learn how different materials can be layered and combined.
Eagle portrait on black paper in soft pastels
24th & 31st March
Students create a striking portrait of an eagle on black mixed media paper. They use soft pastels, charcoal and a white chalk pencil to build up feather detail and bring out the bird’s character. They work from dark to light, focusing on proportion, highlights, and blending and layering the pastels.
What’s Included
All high-quality art materials are provided.
Expert instruction from professional artist and tutor, Caroline Crawford.
Coffee, tea and biscuits, plus free on-site parking.
Personal feedback and a friendly, creative community.
Who IS THIS COURSE For?
Ideal for those with some experience who want to refine their skills and explore new techniques. This course offers structured projects with room for personal input, plus expert guidance and deeper artistic discussions. If you’re unsure whether this course is right for you, please get in touch to discuss your skill level.
“I’ve been attending weekly art classes with Caroline for about two years now, having not done art since I was around 13 or 14 years old. Each term is wide ranging - materials, techniques and subject matter - so I’ve learned a lot. Each session is very absorbing and I now find that I look at the world with fresh eyes. Highly recommended.” - Ann Field