L2 Art & Design - Illustration

If you enjoy art and design and would like to develop your practical and creative skills then this course is ideal for you. It will give you a practical introduction to work in the creative industries and a chance to explore and experiment in a range of art and design areas. You don't need any previous qualifications or experience but you will require creative flair and an interest in art and design.

4 GCSEs Grade 3 incl. Art & portfolio showing ability to draw/develop ideas. This can include GCSE Art & work from home (if not taking GCSE Art - 4 GCSEs at 3 plus a portfolio as above). The level of course will be based on the quality of artwork.

You'll get an introduction to the materials, methods, processes and technical skills in art and design and the chance to refine your skills in drawing and painting. You'll get hands-on experience of a wide range of 2D and 3D media such as drawing, painting, printmaking, digital art, sculpture, model-making, ceramics, photography, video, film and animation. You'll explore the work of a range of artists and designers, geting an understanding of the context in which they were made and using their work for your own inspiration. You'll find out about the career opportunities in the creative industries and develop essential skills for work in the sector.

Through practical workshops, lectures, discussions and debates and independent research. There will be a range of guest speakers, visits to local museums, galleries and places of interest and you'll have the opportunity to exhibit your work.

You will need to purchase artist materials such as pencils, paints, brushes and a sketchbook

Through a 'Final Major Project' which takes place at the end of the course, coursework including projects and assignments and a portfolio of evidence.

The course will allow you to develop a portfolio of work that could support move on toion into a range of art and design qualifications at Level 3 in subjects such as fine art, photography, graphic design, fashion, textiles, product design and others. There are entry level employment and apprenticeship opportunities in the creative industries including in fashion, graphic design, digital and creative design.