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 improving your drawing technique for all future works of art.

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 create :

·        Contrast Elephants,

·        Three Dimensional Hands,

·        Illustrative Old Boots,

·        Botanical Still Life,

·        Dog Portrait,

·        Impressionist Autumnal Landscape

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.

For the course curriculum, click here:

How much is the course?

Online:
Tuition Fee ONLY: £120

Tuition Fee & Artist Kit: £200 (including postage & packaging).

In-Person:
Tuition Fee & shared materials: £175

Tuition Fee & Takeaway Artist Kit: £255 (including packaging and free eco bag.

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 for further information.

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, either purchase a Takeaway Artist Kit when you register, or Get In Touch for bespoke kits/individual items.

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 11th September
Monday 18th September

Monday 25th September
Monday 2nd October

Monday 9th October

Monday 16th October

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 14th September

Thursday 21st September
Thursday 28th September

Thursday 5th October

Thursday 12th October

Thursday 19th October

If I can’t attend my registered online class one week, can I switch to the in-person Bristol group?

Yes, you can!
Each new course week begins on Monday evening. If you needed to swap 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 your 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?

For our full Covid-19 Policy, click HERE