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    Course code: 800-001182

    TAFE Statement in Open Studio Practice - Painting (Advanced)

    TAFE Statement in Open Studio Practice - Painting (Advanced)
    Overview

    About this course

    Enhance your painting skills in acrylics, mixed media or oils. Create a complete project from concept to finish. Get expert guidance from a teacher mentor and enjoy unlimited studio access. Build your creative practice in a professional environment.

    Outcomes

    What you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    During this course you'll learn to:

    • create a plan and complete your own painting project in acrylics, mixed media or oils

    • explore specific concepts with guidance from your teacher mentor and other students

    • use techniques to improve your colour, including light, colour theory and mixing

    • improve your brushwork and work with materials to reach your creative goals

    • collaborate with other artists and build connections within the creative community.

    Course outcomes

    You'll leave this course with:

    • a Certificate of Attendance

    • a pathway to further study in visual art

    • advanced painting skills and knowledge

    • completed paintings for your portfolio

    • opportunities to network with other artists and like-minded people

    • professional studio experience

    • the chance to show your work in an exhibition, take on a commission or enter competitions and prizes.

    Suitability

    Is this course right for you?

    Professional Development

    Learn a new skill and improve your career prospects

    Personal Interest

    Explore a hobby in a fun and supportive environment

    Entry requirements

    Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    • Successful completion of the Diploma of Visual Arts as shown by a copy of your transcript or certificate.

    • Professional experience as a practising artist as shown by your resume and a portfolio of work.

    Note:

    • You will be contacted by the head teacher at your TAFE NSW campus to check your suitability to study this course.

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:

    • the ability and motivation to work independently

    • an interest in spending more time in the studio as a painter

    • advanced painting skills

    • the skills to work safely in an art studio.

    We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.

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    This simple tool guides you to a suitable course level based on your foundation skills and confidence.

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    Pathways

    Where can this course take you?

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: studio painter, illustrator and practicing artist.

    Study options

    Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.

    Units

    Units taught in this course

    Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.

    Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.

    • Open Studio Practice - Painting (Advanced)800001182A

    TAFE NSW Services

    Facilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs - be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning - an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations - get social with our student community

    Study Options

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