Course Catalogue

Introduction to painting techniques ADED11240

  • Academic Session: 2026-27
  • School: Short Courses
  • Credits: 0
  • Level: Level 1 (SCQF level 7)
  • Typically Offered: Semester 2
  • Available to Visiting Students: No
  • Collaborative Online International Learning: No
  • Curriculum For Life: No

Short Description

This course introduces the absolute beginners to various water-based painting techniques in translucent and opaque media in simple exercises. The student will learn the differences between watercolour, gouache and acrylic paint, how to use various methods of application and how to gain textural effects in their work. This course will include an introduction to colour mixing. Themes such as landscape, still life and abstract will be considered. Materials are not provided. New students are welcome.

Timetable

Block 2: Wednesday, 10.00 - 13.00

 

Requirements of Entry

None

Excluded Courses

None

Co-requisites

None

Assessment

None

Course Aims

To allow the student to develop various painting techniques.

To familiarise the student with a variety of painting media including opaque and translucent methods.

To provide instruction to allow the student to produce paintings in a variety of media and techniques.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Course

By the end of this course students will be able to:

Critically analyze a variety of painting techniques, both verbally and in their practical work.

Produce a range of art that demonstrates their facility in a variety of painting media.

Practically demonstrate through their artwork a more developed engagement with the skills that have been improved by instruction.

Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits

No exceptions