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.

This particular course offers a deep dive into creating a portrait with oils to help break down the process.

Each week we work on the same painting, developing each layer of paint over the course.

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 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?

You will be taught how to use mark making to structure your drawings and build your creative confidence.
You will learn how to :

• To create a preliminary sketch and prep your canvas.

• Use the open grisaille to establish tonal values.

• Build a flesh tone palette and use closed grisaille to block in colour.

• Create a background to balance your portrait and work in the finer details.

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 require for each class.

How much is the course?

Online:
Tuition Fee ONLY: £115.00

In-Person:
Tuition Fee & shared materials: £160.00

Do you have a Payment Plan?

Yes we do! We have a flexible Payment Plan that ensures art remains accessible to everyone.

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?

Unfortunately materials are not available to purchase for this course due to current shipping issues..

Online students will be sent an in-depth shopping list with all materials for the course listed to purchase online or at your local art supplier.

In-Person students will be provided with all materials to use in class.

Can I use my own materials?

Yes, you will be emailed out a Welcome Pack with a shopping list of all materials & equipment needed throughout the course.

Are the materials included the in-person Bristol Class?

Yes! Materials are included within the course cost and shared with your classmates. If you wish to purchase your own materials you can request to be provided with a list of all materials used on the course..

What day and time is the online classes?

Online classes run on:

Monday evening, 18:30PM - 20:00PM GMT

There is also an optional Wednesday evening online Q&A Seminar to ask further questions, check in and see your classmates responses to the task.
It runs from 19:00PM - 20:00PM GMT.

The dates are:

Monday 6th March 2023

Monday 13th March 2023

Monday 20th March 2023

Monday 27th March 2023

When/where is the in-person Bristol Class?

The evening class is on Thursdays 18:30PM - 20:30PM.

The address for the studio is:

The Westcott Studio,
The Kingswood Estate,
Britannia Road,
Bristol,
BS15 8DB

There is free parking in front of The Wescott Studio at The Kingswood Estate which has Disabled Access. The studio also includes tea and coffee making facilities.

The dates are:

Thursday 9th March 2023

Thursday 16th March 2023

Thursday 23rd March 2023

Thursday 30th March 2023

If I can’t attend my registered online class one week, can I switch to the other group?

Yes, you can!
Each new course week begins on Monday evening. If you needed to swap online groups for any reason, drop us an email with the dates you wish to change groups.

If I can’t make an in-person class, can I attend the online class instead?

Yes, most definitely. Send me an email when you register with the dates you wish to attend the course online and we will get you registered to the Zoom Mailing List.

What’s refund policy?

• 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.

• If a student misses a class due to sickness, holiday, or any other reason, no refunds or discounts can unfortunately be given. Course notes and materials will be distributed for missed sessions wherever possible.

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

COVID 19 Contingency Plan.
In the event of a further lockdown, or ‘rule of 6’ restrictions remaining in place, there are three options for you to choose from.

1. The class will move online for the same dates and times.

You will also receive the option to join the online course’s mid-week seminar on Wednesdays 7pm – 8pm for further support to help you complete tasks from the safety of your own home. This seminar is usually exclusive for any students completing the online course, but in the event of switching to online, this will become accessible to all students.

You will also be invited to submit work for written feedback from our teacher.

2. You can choose to roll over payment of any classes cancelled or moved online to a future in-person course of your choice.

See our courses and store for all courses over the 2021 - 2022 Acadmic Year here: 2021-2022 Courses

3. You may request a full refund for the Tuition Fee of any classes cancelled or moved online.

If you have purchased an Artist Kit which remains unused, you may return the materials for a full refund. If the Artist Kit has been opened then you will be unable to request a refund for the materials, but you may keep all Step-By-Step Guides to complete tasks with the materials in your own time.

In the event of switching to online teaching, you will be emailed with further information on these changes.

For our full Covid-19 Policy, click HERE