Painting and Drawing Taster

Visual Arts

A course by

Wintec

A one-day, hands-on taster course introducing Year 11+ high school students to large-scale painting and drawing techniques using a range of art media.

NZ$80

inc GST

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This course starts anytime


In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

The Hub, Hamilton City Campus, Hamilton

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Experiment with a range of art materials

Gain practical experience working with dry media, ink, and paint.

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Create large-scale visual artworks

Produce artworks on a larger scale, exploring composition and technique.

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Develop observational drawing skills

Practice drawing from observation and keeping visual records of what is seen.

What You're Signing Up For

The Painting and Drawing Taster is a fun, hands-on day where students experiment with dry media, ink, and paint on a large scale. Guided by tutors, participants begin with drawing exercises, keep visual records, and progress through experimental tasks that move from direct observation to inventive art. The course is suitable for secondary school students interested in creative and visual arts.

Course Content

  • Hands-on art-making activities
  • Experimentation with dry media, ink, and paint
  • Large-scale visual artworks
  • Drawing tasks and observation
  • Documenting visual experiences
  • Experimental exercises from observation to invention

What you need to know first

Year 11 and above (high school students)

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Creative Arts

  • Education

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Preparation for further study in visual arts

  • Exploration of career pathways in the creative sector