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Exploring Abstraction – Four Day Summer Art Course
 

For pupils currently in Years 7, 8 & 9 (academic year 2025/26) - Open to pupils from all schools

  • Course Dates: Monday 3rd - Thursday 6th August 2026 

  • Time: 9:30am–3:30pm 

  • Price: £312 (full four day course, including VAT & all materials) 

  • Location: King Edward’s School (Upper Entrance), North Road, Bath
     

COURSE OVERVIEW
 
Exploring Abstraction is a four day immersive art workshop designed for young artists aged 11-14 who are curious about pushing their creativity beyond realism. Working from still life arrangements and natural forms, students will learn how to transform observational drawings into expressive, imaginative abstract artworks.

Across the four days, participants will explore a wide range of artistic processes including drawing, painting, printmaking, and low relief sculpture. Techniques introduced include collagraph, Tetra Pak printing, heat press printing, and plaster relief. By the end of the course, each student will have created a small collection of experimental mixed media artworks.

This course is ideal for pupils who enjoy art, want to broaden their creative skills, or are considering future GCSE or portfolio development.

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EXPLORING ABSTRACTION - COURSE INFORMATION:

WHAT WILL PUPILS LEARN?
During the workshop, participants will:
 
  • Develop strong observational drawing skills with a focus on shape, form, texture, and composition
  • Learn how to translate realistic imagery into abstract forms through simplification, distortion, and expressive mark making
  • Experiment with mixed media techniques, including painting, printmaking, and low relief sculpture
  • Build confidence in creative thinking, problem solving, and visual communication
  • Explore how artists use abstraction to express ideas, emotions, and atmosphere
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

 

  • Delivered by our very own KES Art department 
  • All materials included
  • Supportive, inspiring environment for young creatives
  • A chance to explore specialist techniques not usually available in school
  • Pupils leave with a body of work showcasing experimentation and creativity

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