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Overview
About the course
This incredible tradition has produced images as varied as paintings by Michelangelo to the extraordinary work of Picasso. This Figure Oil Painting course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) will equip students with both practical know-how, a deeper understanding of this tradition and of how contemporary artists work with a life model.
Programme Structure
Topics covered:- How to apply colour, texture and layers to figure painting
- Colour: mixing and practical aspects of colour theory and examine its usefulness
- Scale: how the size and scale of the image affects the work
- Composition: how to arrange the model on the canvas
- Drawing with paint: the relationship between drawing and painting
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Painting & Drawing View 53 other Short Courses in Painting & Drawing in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
Who should take this course?
- Students with some previous experience who want to learn new techniques to push their practice further
- Undergraduate art and design students wishing to improve their painting skills
- Those who want to strengthen their skills and portfolio in order to apply for study at art colleges
- Beginners are welcome
Please bring to the first class:
- Five stretched primed canvases measuring 20 x 24 inches approximately.
- A full range of Artists' oil colours: White, Raw Sienna, Burnt Sienna, Venetian Red, Yellow Ochre, Alizarin Crimson, Veridian Green, Sap Green, Colbalt Blue, Cerulean Blue, Cadmium Red, Windsor Violet, Cadmium Yellow & Lemon Yellow, Winsor Orange and Raw Umber
- Palette
- Purified linseed oil.
- Brushes and kitchen roll.
Tuition Fee
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International
720 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 720 GBP for the full programme during 5 days. -
National
720 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 720 GBP for the full programme during 5 days.
Living costs for London
1137 - 2157 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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