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Level 1 Art and Design Course in Bournemouth

Cost£258.00
Duration21 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Nov 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Art and Design Course in Bournemouth. Evening the course classes run at Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre on Friday evenings, from 6pm to 8.30pm. The course runs for 21 weeks and focuses on portrait and figure painting. You'll study light and shadow, mixing flesh tones, modelling form, and how to observe and render colour. You'll work from live models and draw inspiration from historical and contemporary portrait artists.

The course suits those with some experience in portrait drawing or painting who want to develop further with paint and colour. You'll finish with an NCFE Level 1 Award in Creative Craft using Art and Design.

Who this course is for

The course is for anyone interested in developing their portrait painting skills to the advanced level, being most suited to those who have some basic portrait drawing and painting experience and wish to develop further with paint and colour.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in portraiture and clothed figure drawing.
  • You'll practise working from live models through direct observation.
  • You'll explore light and dark to create depth in your paintings.
  • You'll learn to mix flesh tones accurately.
  • You'll study modelling and form to capture the human figure.
  • You'll develop your understanding of how to see and render colour.
  • You'll take inspiration from historical and contemporary portrait artists.

How you will learn

Classes are held in a relaxed, supportive studio setting. Your tutor will introduce painting techniques and guide your skill development throughout the course. You'll build a portfolio of work as you progress. Assessment is through the work you produce during the course, reviewed against the NCFE Level 1 Award criteria.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Studio assistant, supports artists and designers in a creative workspace.
  • Community arts facilitator, leads art activities for local groups.
  • Art technician, prepares materials and supports tutors in educational settings.
  • Gallery assistant, helps with exhibitions and visitor engagement.
  • Craft workshop leader, runs practical sessions for community or leisure groups.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Creative Craft using Art and Design, the natural next step to deepen your skills and gain a higher-level art and design qualification.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Art and Design, broadens your practice across a wider range of techniques and media.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design, suitable if you want to move toward professional creative work or further study.
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