130 Short courses in Visual Arts in England, United Kingdom

Graphic Design and Desktop Publishing - UK
Do you have a keen eye for detail and are you looking for a career that lets you channel your creativity? Take the next step in your professional development with the Graphic Design and Desktop Publishing - UK course from International Career Institute (ICI) - UK.

Pictures of Youth - an introduction to children’s visual culture
This Pictures of Youth - an introduction to children’s visual culture course from University of York will help you explore visual culture for children and young people including, picture books, comics, film, television and drama.

Global Gap Year
This Global Gap Year unique programme from European School of Economics allows you to study, travel, and discover yourself within the framework of an international, multi-campus institution with centres London, Madrid, Milan, Florence, Rome, Paris and Genoa.

Reflective Art in Practice
These Reflective Art in Practice courses at the University of Southampton examine the theory and practice behind a range of art movements.
Curating Contemporary Art
Join the Curating Contemporary Art course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) and gain an understanding of professional standards of practice in curating. Learn about structures and institutions of the art world - acquire the tools to write an exhibition proposal, organise a show or apply for funding.
Acting - An Introduction (Stage 1)
Whether you are a complete beginner to acting or an enthusiastic amateur, this practical Acting - An Introduction (Stage 1) workshop from the Arts University Bournemouth will provide you with the fundamental knowledge and skills, giving you the confidence to act as a believable character in any medium.
Photographic Lighting
This Photographic Lighting course from Warnborough College will develop your understanding of light in photography and how to use different lighting equipment and techniques to achieve desired effects in a final image.
Photographic Portfolio
This Photographic Portfolio course from Warnborough College is not focused on improving the photos you take; rather it focuses on your ability to select appropriate photos for a purpose, and to then present those photos in an appropriate way.
Art of Illustration
On this practical Art of Illustration course at the Arts University Bournemouth you’ll receive a comprehensive introduction to the world of illustration, from brief to concept to final artwork, with the aim of developing your personal style of image making.
Illustrating for Books
This Illustrating for Books short course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) is an introduction to how to create visuals for non-fiction, children's and travel books. You'll practice a range of professional methods to creating your own character designs, storyboards, and illustrations.
Set Design for Film and Television
This Set Design for Film and Television course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) is aimed at beginners who would like to gain knowledge of the processes involved when designing for a production and learn more about the careers available in the art department of films or television.
Experimental Film
Experimental Film at the University of the Arts London (UAL) is a practical course covering moving image and sound. It has been designed for artists and designers who want to integrate creative filmmaking into exhibitions and installations.
Graphic Novels and Comic Book Art
Graphic Novels and Comic Book Art at the University of the Arts London (UAL) is an engaging introduction to the process of creating graphic novel-style sequential art Course topics will include story development, storyboarding, page layout design, inking, lettering and colouring.
Watercolor Painting
Start painting in watercolors and create your own beautiful works of art. It can be daunting to face a blank canvas and start painting. International Open Academy's Watercolor Painting course gives you all the tips and tricks you need to get over that fear, feel inspired, and finally put your brush to the canvas.
Fashion London
Gain a better understand of the unique energy of contemporary fashion in London and how the city can be a source of inspiration for design with this Fashion London at the University of the Arts London (UAL).
Conceptual Fashion Styling
During this Conceptual Fashion Styling course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) we will explore the elements of fashion styling and putting together a unique fashion story, working in small groups.
Children's Book Illustration
In this Children's Book Illustration course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) you will explore a variety of techniques used to create images for picture books.
Modern Art Theory through Practice
Our Modern Art Theory through Practice Short Course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) is designed to provide a particular line of inquiry for anyone interested in contemporary art through combining critical theory, practice and a day visiting galleries.
Exploring Illustration
This Exploring Illustration course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) takes a broad view of illustration for those who have an interest in the subject, or who wish to improve and develop established ideas.
Photographers' London
Photographers' London at the University of the Arts London (UAL) is a photography course for people who may be new to photography or new to London.