- Course code
- KCLFA25502
- Venue
- Day
- Thursday
- Start time
- 13:00
- End time
- 15:00
- Start date
- 15/01/2026
- End date
- 19/03/2026
- Fee information
- Standard fee: £91.00, GoCV+ fee: £21.50
- Overview
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You will learn how to capture delicate flowers, leaves, birds and animals using expressive brushwork and layering colour. This class will cover all the essential watercolour techniques including colour mixing, layering, wet on wet and wet on dry methods. Guided step by step demonstrations are combined with individual support allowing you to develop your own style and confidence with watercolour. This class will provide you with a deeper understanding of the medium and the skills to create beautiful artworks.
ENGAGING WITH YOUR PERSONAL LEARNING RECORD (PLR) PAPERWORK
All community learning courses require learners to engage with Personal Learning Record (PLR) paperwork. At the beginning of the course, you will be supported in setting personal learning aims, which will guide your development over the duration of the programme. Your tutor will assess your progress at key points—at the start, mid-point, and conclusion of the course—providing written feedback to help document your learning and achievements. - Course level and content
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This course is an open level suitable for beginners, learners can enrol on the course with little to no prior experience. The tutor will also provide modifications within the class to enable you to work at the correct level for your ability.
You will discover the beauty of nature through the medium of watercolour, we will be exploring a wide variety of techniques. - What do you need?
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• Set of drawing pencils
• Putty rubber
• A4 or A3 watercolour paper
• Range of watercolour brushes
• Paint pallet
• Watercolour paints
• Watercolour pencils
• Masking fluid - What can I do next?
- Following this course, learners may wish to progress to further creative programmes offered by Adult Education, such as intermediate watercolour painting, nature-themed art courses, or creative techniques in mixed media and drawing.
- Enrolment status
- Available for Enrolment
- How to enrol
- Enrol online using the link below
- Enrolment link
- Contact for additional information or help
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aeslifeskills@coventry.gov.uk or 024 7697 5200