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Discover the joy of watercolour painting. Loved by professional and hobby artists for centuries, watercolour paint can be used in a variety of ways, to create gentle washes of colour to evoke an atmosphere or mood, through to bright bold colours to rouse the viewer.

On this course, taught by artist Zoë Dorelli, we will learn some of the technical and creative skills associated with watercolour painting from natural objects, and discover some of the history behind this kind of painting.

This is a practical art course and so you will be trying your hand at painting in watercolours from objects set up by your tutor, and you will be encouraged to experiment with a range of approaches, from accurate studies through to more individual and expressive forms of art.

The programme will be tailored to each group, with projects developed by the tutor to support individual progress and creative exploration.

This is an adult education course open to everyone. No previous experience is necessary.

Reading material or special equipment needed (if any)

You will need to purchase your own set of watercolour paints, brushes, palette, palette knife and painting surface (such as a watercolour pad). Details will be sent to you before the start of the course.

Term dates

•  Spring Term: week beginning 11 January 2027 until week ending 19 March 2027

For content enquiries: Contact the tutor, Zoë Dorelli, at zoedorelli@icloud.com

For enrolment and booking enquiries: Contact Christian Jacobi at c.jacobi@imperial.ac.uk

Class recordings

These classes are not recorded.

³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ certificates

This course has no exams or assessments, so you can focus on enjoying your learning. Regular attendance may also lead to the award of an ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ attendance certificate. (T&Cs apply).