Course FAQ

Read through the most common asked and answered questions here. For any further questions, don’t hesitate to Get in touch.

Is this course suitable for beginners?

Yes, the course has been created to support beginners, or for those who haven’t picked up a paint brush since school.

Is this course suitable for intermediates, returners or already practicing artists?

Yes, returning or advanced students will be set intermediate or extension tasks to challenge, further expand your skillset and explore your own artistic identity.

Will I be able to access the course whilst juggling a busy schedule?

Yes, each task has been designed for you to complete during the class, or alternatively you can further access the week’s aims & objectives by working on your work outside of class.

What will I learn?

How do artists put together an oil painting? What materials, mediums, varnishes, paintbrushes are needed for an oil painting? How do artists build up layers of oil paint to achieve depth?

On this course, we will look at how to create a classic still life painting using techniques passed down from the early Renaissance Masters through to contemporary artists. We will draw inspiration from the classics, but with an emphasis on colour and brush work to create a vibrant still life composition.

Across the six weeks, you will learn how to use gesture, open & closed grisaille, and how to add those finishing touches of detail that will bring your work to life.

For a course break down, click here:

Where can I find out the course content?

When you enrol onto the course, you will be sent a Welcome Pack, which will contain a full breakdown of the course. It will outline what to expect each week, what the tasks will be and what materials you will use each class.

If you would like to find out more before you buy, click here for an overview.

How much is the course?

Bring your own Paint Brushes: £165

Person Paint Brush Set & Case included: £180

Payment Plans available on request.

Do you have a Payment Plan?

Yes we do! We have a flexible Payment Plan that ensures art remains accessible to everyone. For further information on our Payment Plans, click here

All we require is a 20% Deposit as an upfront down payment which unfortunately cannot be refundable to cover costs.

Select to then pay either:

20% each week over 4 weeks,

OR

20% per month over 4 months.

Click here to get in touch and arrange a tailored plan with us.

If neither of these work for you, then please don’t hesitate to Get In Touch to tailor a payment plan that suits your needs.

Can I purchase the materials needed?

Yes, you will be able to purchase any new materials available to take home using cash or contactless within class.

Can I use my own materials?

Yes! You will be emailed out a Welcome Pack with break down of the course content, including the materials & equipment needed throughout the course which you can look through before the class starts. This course also offers a cheaper enrolment option if you wish to bring your own paint brushes.

Are the materials included within the price?

Materials are included within the cost of the course unless you have opted to bring your own paintbrushes.

The Personal Paint Brush set includes: 6 Professional Oil Paint Brushes and a carry roll to transport your brushes.

Due to the nature of oil paints, you will be asked to take your paintbrushes home to clean, which you can do with either a bar of strong soap, or a paint cleaner (non-solvent based cleaners as well as white spirit is available to purchase at most good hardware stores or art supply shops).

Due to limited storage at the venue, you will also be given your painting to take home with you and bring back the following week. I suggest using bin liners underneath your work to avoid getting paint in the car.

Materials may be available to purchase from Brushstrokes via cash or contactless in class upon request.

What day and time is the online classes?

Beginners–Intermediate Class:

TUES, 9:15 AM – 12:15 PM

Mixed Ability Classes (Beginners also welcome):

TUES 1:15 PM – 4:15 PM,

WED 9:15 AM – 12:15 PM & WED 1:15 PM – 4:15 PM.

The dates are:

Tuesday 4th June - Tuesday 9th July

OR

Wednesday 5th June - Wednesday 10th July

Where is the Class?

The address for the venue is:

All Saints Church Hall
Church Rd,

Winterbourne Down,

Winterbourne,

Bristol

BS36 1BX

There is free parking in front of and behind the church hall.

Are there refreshments?

Yes! Tea, coffee and biscuits will be made available at the start of each class as well as in the half time break.

If I can’t make a class, can I have a refund?

• If a course is cancelled by Brushstrokes Courses due to Covid-19, or any other reason, and cannot be moved online, you will be fully reimbursed for any classes that have not been delivered.

• Unfortunately we cannot offer a refund for any missed classes. If a student misses a class due to sickness, holiday, or any other reason, no refunds or discounts can be given. Course notes, guides and materials will be distributed for missed sessions with an opportunity to catch up on missed classes in the last two weeks of the course.

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What’s your Covid-19 Policy for In-Person Classes?

For our full Covid-19 Policy, click HERE