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Journeys into Abstract Art
Abstract art is about representing the experiential world using shapes, colour and gestural marks. This hands-on course takes the learner on a journey into the practice of transforming what we see and feel into art.

Learners will be encouraged to develop their own visual language through experimentations with drawing and painting using a range of wet and dry media, as well as mixed media techniques. The course will start with observational drawing, colour theory and drawing techniques, whilst moving towards more intuitive and expressive ways of making art, including abstracting from visual and sensory stimuli, and thinking through the process of making. Each session will be supported by looking at the work of both modern and contemporary abstract artists, and learners will be encouraged to develop their own projects though individual critiques as well as group discussions.

This course is about being playful, trying out new ideas and most importantly enjoying the process of making! Prior experience of painting and drawing will be an advantage, to build on techniques, but it can also be suitable for people who simply want to try something new. By the end of the course, learners will have developed an understanding of colour, gesture, scale, form and mark-making, and will have created a series of artworks on paper that explore the possibilities of abstract art in their own style.

The course will be taught online via Zoom and will be supported by a virtual classroom space on Padlet where learners can share and receive feedback on their work.

The tutor’s website can be found here: www.kimbalbumstead.com
Prosp User 3
This course is suitable for anyone who has an interest in the appreciation and creation of abstract art.

You do not need to have done the previous course in order to jump into this one. Ideally you will have had at least a basic experience of doing some painting and drawing before, or if you are interested in trying something new for the first time that is totally fine too!
Prosp User 4
Materials you will need:

Acrylic paints:

Red (Bright, Crimson or Cadmium)
Blue (Ultramarine or Cobalt)
Yellow (Lemon or Cadmium)
Black (Lamp black or Ivory)
White (Zinc or Titanium)

Additional colours you like the look of or would like to try using, for example:

Quinacridone Magenta
Phthalo turquoise, green or blue
Orange (Bright)
Green (Emerald or Sap)
Indigo
Neon colours

You will also need:

• Optional: Oil pastels, coloured pencils, chalk pastels
• Pad of heavy duty drawing paper A3 size (at least 200 gsm)
• A canvas board, canvas or panel board to paint on (your choice - you can decide later in the course, not needed for the first week)
• Water pot
• A plastic box or lid or something similar to use as a palette
• Roll of kitchen paper
• Masking tape
• PVA glue or Acrylic Medium
• Selection of brushes
• A scraper tool / spatula / squeegee / old credit card or similar plastic card
Prosp User 5
No class on 19 February 2025 (half-term holidays).

This is an online course that will be delivered via Zoom, so please ensure that you can access this on the device you are using.

You will receive your Zoom login details 24 hours before the course is due to start. If you enrol late, you will receive the Zoom code on the day that your course starts. (If you haven't received your Zoom code by the day of your course, please check your junk email inbox.) The Zoom login code will remain the same throughout the course.

You will need to join Zoom five minutes before your session is due to start and remain in the “waiting room”. Your tutor will then admit you to the class once your session is ready to begin.

If you require help to download or use Zoom, please email ictskills@york.gov.uk at least a week before your course starts and we will endeavour to provide assistance.
Prosp User 6

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As well as learning many exciting skills specific to your course, you will also be evidencing and practising a range of transferable skills.
As well as learning many exciting skills specific to your course, you will also be evidencing and practising a range of transferable skills.
Being able to demonstrate transferable skills will improve your confidence and self-awareness, make you more employable, and help you with further learning and volunteering.
Being able to demonstrate transferable skills will improve your confidence and self-awareness, make you more employable, and help you with further learning and volunteering.
Employers value employees who have strong transferable skills, as they tend to have the tools to help them go beyond their job description.
Employers value employees who have strong transferable skills, as they tend to have the tools to help them go beyond their job description.
Attending a creative course will enable you to develop transferable skills in the following areas: innovation, problem solving, communication, attention to detail, research skills, fine motor skills, dexterity and commercial awareness.

The course provides learners with skills for self-improvement, which could lead to further study with us or another provider such as York College. It could also provide a pathway towards self-employment.
Prosp User 8

Learners who live in devolved authorities

Learners who live in devolved authorities
York Learning receives government funding which allows us to offer courses at a lower cost. The guidelines relating to devolution means that we cannot apply this funding to learners who live in devolved areas such as the West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
York Learning receives government funding which allows us to offer courses at a lower cost. The guidelines relating to devolution means that we cannot apply this funding to learners who live in devolved areas such as the West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
If you live in one of these areas we would recommend that, before committing to a course with York Learning, you explore options to study the course in your local area.
If you live in one of these areas we would recommend that, before committing to a course with York Learning, you explore options to study the course in your local area.
If you would prefer to continue your learning with York Learning please note that the price of the course could be double the advertised cost.
If you would prefer to continue your learning with York Learning please note that the price of the course could be double the advertised cost.
In this case, please contact us on 01904 554277 to complete your enrolment.
In this case, please contact us on 01904 554277 to complete your enrolment.

Learners under the age of 19

Learners under the age of 19
Please note that Adult Education funding is for individuals who are over the age of 19 on the 31st of August prior to the start date of their course.
Please note that Adult Education funding is for individuals who are over the age of 19 on the 31st of August prior to the start date of their course.
This means that there will be an additional cost for learners who are under 19 who wish to access funded courses.
This means that there will be an additional cost for learners who are under 19 who wish to access funded courses.
For safeguarding reasons, we cannot accept learners who are under 18 on courses except by prior arrangement. This does not apply to programmes which are designed for 16-18s.
For safeguarding reasons, we cannot accept learners who are under 18 on courses except by prior arrangement. This does not apply to programmes which are designed for 16-18s.
If you are under the age of 19, please contact us on 01904 554277 before booking.
If you are under the age of 19, please contact us on 01904 554277 before booking.
AT2/PQ7
29/01/2025
12/03/2025
19:00 - 21:00
Wednesday
2.00 hrs per wk
6 weeks
Kimbal Bumstead
80.00
£80.00 if in receipt of the State Pension; £35.00 if in receipt of certain means-tested benefits