Art Course
Learn how to paint with watercolours and other mediums with our 10 week evening course for adults.
Art: The Basic Elements of Art through Painting
Day/Time: Monday 7:30-9:30
Duration: 10 weeks
Tutor: Violet Dempsey
Fee: €130
Format: In person
St. Tiernan’s Community School Adult Art Class welcomes everybody from complete beginners who've never held a paintbrush, to more intermediate painters who want to hone their skills. Over a course of eight weeks of classes, we aim to explore and gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental elements of art. We will explore colour theory to tone, composition, line, shape, and form. Using acrylic paint students will also learn different painting techniques, from applying washes, building up tone, using texture and dry brushing, we will develop a solid foundation while gaining a deeper mastery of the process and art-making. In a warm and nurturing environment, students will get plenty of individual tuition and support to help develop their own personal style, with lots of scope for individual projects and subject matter including still life, landscapes, and portraits.
List of Materials for Basic Elements of Art through painting
All handouts supplied by the course tutor
Duration: 10 weeks
Tutor: Violet Dempsey
Fee: €130
Format: In person
St. Tiernan’s Community School Adult Art Class welcomes everybody from complete beginners who've never held a paintbrush, to more intermediate painters who want to hone their skills. Over a course of eight weeks of classes, we aim to explore and gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental elements of art. We will explore colour theory to tone, composition, line, shape, and form. Using acrylic paint students will also learn different painting techniques, from applying washes, building up tone, using texture and dry brushing, we will develop a solid foundation while gaining a deeper mastery of the process and art-making. In a warm and nurturing environment, students will get plenty of individual tuition and support to help develop their own personal style, with lots of scope for individual projects and subject matter including still life, landscapes, and portraits.
List of Materials for Basic Elements of Art through painting
- Acrylic colour tubes – the recommended brands are Reeves or Daler Rowey, Amsterdam Winsor & Newton 75ml - in the following colours: Cadmium Red, Cadmium Yellow, Magenta (crimson), Cyan Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White, OR acrylic painting sets primary colours with white.
- An assortment of different size brushes for painting in acrylic (e.g. Pointed and round brush #4.#8, #10 or paintbrush set example round head which can be purchased at Mr Price or Deals.
- Pencil.
- Eraser.
- Pencil sharpener.
- Paint pallet for mixing paint.
- Paper towel/ J cloths.
- An A4 Acrylic Pad or paper treated/entitled for painting in Acrylic.
- Canvas/canvas boards (assorted sizes) for more finished pieces (can be purchased at Mr Price, EuroGiant, Tiger, Deals, etc).
All handouts supplied by the course tutor
Photos show work produced in classes
About the Tutor
Violet Dempsey is a qualified teacher a visual artist who works within a community context. She has taught art to many different groups and organizations and enjoys helping adults develop their painting skills. The photos below show some of her artwork.
Enrolment Details
You can enrol online or at the main school reception during office hours. Any queries in relation to classes, please do not hesitate to call us on 086 790 2260 or email adulted@tiernans.ie.
