Introduction to Art Techniques

Application options

Location

Blossomfield Campus

Start Date

25/09/2026

Day

Friday

Time

13:00-15:00

Course Fee

£160 (For 10 Weeks)

Course Code

TLSAH000E001A

Study Mode

Part Time

Location

Blossomfield Campus

Start Date

08/01/2027

Day

Friday

Time

13:00-15:00

Course Fee

£160 (For 10 Weeks)

Course Code

TLSAH000E001W

Study Mode

Part Time

Location

Blossomfield Campus

Start Date

16/04/2027

Day

Friday

Time

13:00-15:00

Course Fee

£130

Course Code

TLSAH000E001S

Study Mode

Part Time

Where will this course lead?

You can enrol on an art courses that provides more in depth teaching such as watercolours, pottery, oil painting or drawing. We also have a painting for mindfullness course you might like to consider.

What will I study?

This course will give you a chance to experiment with a variety of different art techniques the example course outline is below, please note this is subject to change.

Week 1: Create a landscape using pastels and baby oil

Week 2: Introduction to acrylic painting

Week 3: Mark making white pens on black paper

Week 4: Lino and monoprinting

Week 5: Woodburning

Week 6: Pen and ink

Week 7: Gifts made from plaster

Week 8: Make a Christmas card using a mixture ot techniques used so far

Week 9: Finish Christmas card

Week 10: Learn how to enlarge a picture using the grid system

Frequently asked questions

What are the entry requirements?

You must be 19+ and have an interest in trying different art techniques.

How will this course be delivered?

As an informal workshop over 10 weeks.

What qualifications will I get?

No formal qualification

How will I be assessed?

Tutor assessment throughout no exam

How do I get a place on the course?

You can - Select 'Enrol Now' or 'Enquire Now' on your chosen course dates.

Contact our student services department by dialling 0121 678 7000 - option 1, followed by option 2 then option 3.

If you are unable to get through, please send an e-mail to Community@solihull.ac.uk

What can I do after this course?

We have lots of creative courses availabe please see the website for details.

Select a career of interest:

What’s Involved?

Predicted Employment

How much can I earn?

£17,680

NATIONAL AVERAGE

Employment by Region

The career paths provided are to give you an idea of the careers that you could progress onto in the future. However, for some, you may need to complete higher level qualifications and gain experience before your dream job becomes a reality. The information provided is to support further research and to generate some initial career ideas when choosing a course. Please check entry requirements to degree courses, apprenticeships, and jobs as this may vary from year to year and across providers. For further advice and guidance, please contact: careers@solihull.ac.uk.