Short Courses

Go beyond painting what you see and inject your personality into creative and expressive digital paintings. This course will begin by covering essential digital painting skills and concepts, then lets you play, explore and practise to create pieces with a deeper connection to your own perspectives. You will learn how to use colour, brushwork and composition to convey mood and atmosphere. This course is perfect for aspiring digital artists who want to discover what lies beyond realism and expand their artistic voice and is recommended for those who have a foundational level of experience with the iPad app Procreate. Ideally …

Take your ceramics to the next level with our three-week raku exploration. This course delves into the exciting world of raku firing, creating stunning pieces with unpredictable, smoky beauty. Prior clay-building experience required. Master glazes, reduction techniques, and witness first-hand the magic of handmade raku-fired treasures.

Embark on a creative odyssey that merges tradition with contemporary expression, capturing the soul of Singapore through the art of Chinese ink painting. Join us as we transform ink and brush into a vibrant celebration of culture and artistry. Intermediate and seasoned artists seeking to delve deeper into the medium are invited to embark on a journey through iconic Singaporean landscapes and cultural landmarks, capturing their essence with the expressive strokes of Chinese ink. Each session is meticulously crafted to guide you through fundamental brushwork, ink washes and traditional composition principles. Lesson 1 is a foundational lesson conducted on campus …

Character Design: Illustrating Imaginary Character in Ink and Colour I This comprehensive course delves into the fascinating world of imaginary character design with a hands-on experience in ink and watercolour techniques. Inspired by your experiences and the world around us, train your eyes to spot imaginary creatures hidden in our world and touch on narrative worldbuilding. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this course aims to guide you through imaginary character design and storytelling while equipping you with the practical skills to continue your artistic journey with curiosity and child-like wonder. Character Design: Illustrating Imaginary Character in Ink …

This photorealistic painting course is for beginners or participants with some painting experiences who want to explore oil medium and technique. The course is suitable for anyone aged 15 and above who is keen and interested in painting and willing to explore this traditional medium and approach. Participants will acquire the basic knowledge of colour theory, principles and elements of arts. They will learn to apply blending techniques to create a photorealism art work at the end of the course.

In this engaging and hands-on gouache painting course, participants will learn the techniques and skills necessary to create stunning anime backgrounds inspired by the iconic Studio Ghibli films. Throughout the course, students will gain an understanding of the key elements that make Ghibli backgrounds unique and explore various methods of using gouache paint to bring their own imaginative landscapes to life. Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.

This landscape painting course is for beginners or participants with some painting experiences who want to explore oil medium and a new subject. The course is suitable for anyone aged 15 and above who is curious or interested in painting and willing to explore this traditional medium and diverse approaches. Participants will acquire the basic knowledge of colour theory, principles and elements of arts. They will learn to apply some painting techniques/methods and materials to create cohesive works at the end of the course. Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.

This is an intermediate course for participants who have attended the Travel Sketching Short Course and want to travel to destinations in Southeast Asia to practise their techniques and skills on location and gain experience as a travelling artist. Day 1 Arrive at Penang Sketch walk briefing and overview of course Day 2 Explore Little India and Love Lane, within George Town’s UNESCO World Heritage site Sketch walk I workshop: Breakfast at Little India Sketch walk II workshop: Strolling along Love Lane Day 3 Discover the Clan Jetties in Penang Sketch walk III workshop: Chew Jetty and the floating villages …

Welcome to the world of gouache painting! With its unique characteristics, learn to create artistic artworks inspired by applying various painting techniques and art styles with multiple themes. Lessons include colour theory, composition techniques and idea development. Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.

Be exposed to the history, tools and forms of penmanship and Western calligraphy. Have confidence in analysing current scripts and how they can alter existing styles. Participants will learn to design their own works, experiment with lettering systematically and use words as visuals to tell personal stories. Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.