An illustration student working

Course details

Year of entry

2025

Duration

8 weeks

Institution Code

G53

Location

Wrexham

Why choose this course?

This course combines the technical aspects of drawing with theoretical aspects of Fine Art practice. In this way, students will learn both how to achieve technical accuracy whilst developing an understanding that drawing is not entirely defined by the boundaries of mimicry.

Key course features

  • Discover different technical principles of drawing and learn to apply this within your still-life drawing.
  • A Fine Art theory is included to allow for both technique and theory to develop in unison.
  • Take part in discussions.
  • Develop your talents in practical exercises and more detailed skill sessions in theory.

What you will study

Students will be introduced to the following:

  • A range of technical principles including perspective, composition, tone and form.
  • A variety of mediums and their appropriate application.
  • Critical analysis of their work and others to inform their practice.

Entry requirements & applying

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Teaching & Assessment

Students will be assessed in their final week, producing a final piece of work accompanying an oral assessment of their progression and use of their acquired knowledge within their practical piece. The assessment will be on a pass and fail basis.

 

Fees & funding

To find out the most up to date fees for this course please contact shortcourses@wrexham.ac.uk.

If you are a staff or student at Wrexham University current or living in Wales, you may be eligible for a fee reduction or waiver on eligible courses.

Please contact shortcourses@wrexham.ac.uk for further details.

Course dates

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Start Dates:

  • Monday 30th June 2025

The sessions will take place every Monday from 6pm until 8pm - Regent Street Campus