Introduction
This course offers you the opportunity to develop creatively, either as a personally enriching interest or as part of your progression towards a career within the creative industries.
You will develop key skills and knowledge fundamental to the world of art and design. During a series of workshops you will explore a range of two-dimensional materials and approaches, such as tone, mark making, ink, mixed media, colour and painting. You will explore how a range of modern and historic artists have communicated ideas about their imagery and techniques. Year two builds on your learning. Experimental drawing practical workshops are held throughout, encouraging you to take risks and work in new and different ways.
A qualification in Fine Art is highly valued by many universities and employers. As a ‘Classic’ subject it is applicable to progression in Art and Design as well as many other degree courses and career paths; including, amongst others, Architecture, History of Art and Advertising etc. The ability to think creatively is an increasingly desirable asset across all industries and this course will evidence that skill.
Tristan Sherwood. Course Lead. A Level Fine Art. Truro College of Art and Design
A selection of works from students 2020 / 2021
Moving on…
WISH I’d done THAT! 2019
Student Spotlight
Holly Murdock has been making images which explore the drama and personality that buildings can have, this study of the gates at Lanhydrock will be used to develop further more mixed media pieces inspired by Neo Romantic painters.
THEME – ‘Buildings With Character’
Holly Murdock
Student Spotlight – Miranda Clitheroe-Warman
Miranda has been working towards a series of prints which explore notions of belonging and the landscape, these sketches prepare her for making ‘white line technique’ lino prints.
THEME – ‘Home’
Student Spotlight
Jasmine Scott-Dickins has made a series of portraits which depict the effects of depression upon a family – this is a study for an ambitious group portrait where all the sitters will be smiling?!
THEME – ‘Depression’
Student Spotlight
Sally Phipps has been making these amazing mixed media pieces which incorporate stitch and paint and explore the identity of family members through the objects they own.
THEME – ‘Every Object Tells A Story’
Student Spotlight
Lucy Blanks has been making images which investigate the way our toys might limit our sense of self. Here a 1950’s Barbie enjoying domestic bliss is set off against collaged text from the proto feminist text ‘the yellow wallpaper’.
THEME – ‘Toying with our futures’
If you have any questions about the aims, content or outcomes of the course, Tristan is on hand to assist you, answer your questions and offer further guidance. Simply complete the form below and click SEND.
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