Thinking Through Making Short Course
Course description
Course overview
This inspiring short course offers an exciting journey of self-expression and creativity. Through a combination of illustrated talks and hands-on exercises, students develop their skills and understanding. The course offers a great opportunity to experiment with a variety of dry media, 3D materials and explore how and why artists get ideas from the materials they use.
Students explore unique themes and learn how to use art to communicate thoughts about themselves and the world around them. Students are encouraged to expand on their work and share their progress throughout the course.
During the course, students develop their own unique artistic voice through guided projects and explorations. The aim is to engage with a wide variety of concepts and materials. Students benefit from informative feedback sessions to refine their skills.
This course is available in two formats: a 5-week evening course or a 2-day course.
Who this course is for
This course is aimed at anyone interested in exploring different making techniques. All levels are welcome, from complete beginners keen to explore drawing to experienced artists seeking fresh perspectives. No previous experience is required.
Key information
Topics covered
- How different mediums can be used to express ideas and concepts
- How and why contemporary artists use different materials to communicate their ideas
- How artists develop their own original voice
- How artists generate ideas
How artists develop an idea into a sustained, worthwhile and meaningful project
Learning outcomes
- Be skilled in the use of a wide range of different making techniques and materials
- Have developed an understanding of themselves and their individual ideas and perceptions
- Have created a wide range of works that explore their own personal style
- Be more confident in developing ideas and expressing them through materials
- Have produced work in a diverse range of materials for use in a portfolio
- Have experienced different materials and how they can be used to express ideas and feelings
- Have improved confidence in using a diverse range of materials
- Have explored different making techniques and methods to develop their personal style
- Digital badge and certificate of attendance.
Materials
- Notebook and pen
Tutor
Rod Judkins
Rod Judkins is a London-based artist, illustrator, designer and writer. Since graduating from the Royal College of Art he has had numerous solo exhibitions in London and abroad. He teaches on conceptual-thinking seminars at many colleges and has written two books, The Art of Creative Thinking, and Change Your Mind: 57 Ways to unlock Your Creative Self.
Read an interview with Rod on the CSM Short Courses blog.
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