Q: Which venues do you use?
A: We use Village Halls and Community Centres in order to bring courses to locations near to you.
Q: What sort of courses do you offer?
A: All courses are general art courses and throughout the year we will cover Drawing, Soft Pastels, Pen and Wash, Watercolour, Oil or Acrylic Painting. The subjects of each art piece will be tutor led or suggestions by students. Subjects covered have been seascape, landscapes, portraits, animals, flowers and abstract.
Q: How much are your course fees?
A: We aim to keep course fees down, but this is dependent upon the venue hire fees etc. Classes last for two and a half hours and courses run in 8 week blocks. Contact WA for currents fees. While we are not able to offer concessions, we are committed to making courses accessible by keeping costs low and classes full.
Q: How will I be taught?
A: You will be taught via a combination of whole and small group demonstrations and one-to-one assistance when necessary. Plus lots of time and space to practice and perfect a technique or your medium. Craft terms and theories are explained and explored.
Q: What sort of experience should I have?
A: No prior knowledge or experience is required. A desire to learn is essential.
Q: How do I know how well I’m doing?
A: You will be given verbal feedback on your work at regular intervals during each session and throughout the course.
Q: What art materials do I need to bring?
A: Contact WA, your tutor will be able to advise you.
Q: There is no course or subject offered near me?
A: Please feel free to contact WA and make a request or suggestion for a course in your area. You’re also welcome to suggest classes in other subjects. If there is sufficient demand, WA will be more than happy to accommodate you.
