Portfolio Development for 16 to 18 Year Olds Short Course
Course description
Where does inspiration come from? How do artists and designers arrive at successful ideas? This intensive one-week course takes each individual student on a creative journey from initial idea to a portfolio of interconnected works in different media. Starting with group activities, research and experimentation you will learn to be open and attentive to the world around you and the value of chance encounters.
We offer you a supportive and dynamic environment where you can develop your individual creative potential.
By the end of the course you will have created an impressive body of work that can be presented in your portfolio, including sketchbooks, designs, studies and works in a variety of media. You will have many exciting new ideas that can be taken away and developed in future projects and will have learnt how to establish good research processes for yourself.
Course Outcomes
By the end of the course you will have:
- a methodology for generating ideas
- worked across a variety of media
- an understanding of the value of experimentation and chance
- engaged in group discussion and critique
Who should take this course?
This course is designed to help students develop their research skills and understand how to build ideas through experimentation
It will be particularly useful to those planning on studying at Foundation or BA level.
Entry requirements: None
Level: Beginners
Clear, easy to understand lessons:
- Our tutors will explain things in easy to understand, accessible English. If they need to use any special terminology they will make sure they explain what they mean.
- New methods will be shown to students through live demonstrations, in a way thats crystal clear and easy to understand.
Experience life on campus
- Network and share ideas with students from across the globe
- Access the technology and materials relevant to your discipline
- Shop in our college shops for any materials you might need
- Ask questions of your tutor in real time
- Receive feedback and critique on your assignments
- Experience the many sights of London on your down time
Digital Credentials (badges and certificates)
Students will receive a UAL Short Courses digital badge and certificate on completion of the course. Digital credentials are a great way to celebrate your accomplishments and stand out from the crowd. Find out more about our digital badges and credentials.
Available dates
Make an enquiry or call us on 0207 514 7015.
Details
Topics covered
- This course will take the form of a week-long project, beginning with an exploration of methods to find inspiration.
- Through experimentation with materials and processes including drawing, collage, print, model-making and photography, you will channel your ideas into focused individual projects.
- In the process you will develop skills that can be translated into your individual area of interest.
- The week will include visits to museums and galleries, group discussion and individual mentoring.
- There will also be an opportunity to meet creative professionals and see their portfolios.
Materials
If possible please bring a camera or camera phone to record the process of making work, and the outcomes. Everything needed to complete the course is provided, but please feel free to bring any current sketchbooks or materials you enjoy using.
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