Acrylic Painting

Overview

Learn Acrylic Painting for FREE* at West Notts College!

Explore the vibrant world of acrylic painting in our small, supportive, adult-only evening classes. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to develop your skills, this friendly, step-by-step course will help you build confidence and creativity at your own pace.

In this hands-on course, you will:

• Learn key painting techniques and how to apply colour theory
• Understand the step-by-step process of creating acrylic artwork
• Explore subjects such as still life, landscape, portraiture, and abstract art
• Develop your own painting style by working on personal projects each term

As an added bonus, you’ll also have the opportunity to showcase and sell any products you create through a brand-new pop-up shop, developed in partnership with our full-time business students. It’s a great chance to share your work with the community, gain real selling experience, and support a student-led enterprise.

As an added bonus, you’ll also have the opportunity to showcase and sell any products you create through a brand-new pop-up shop, developed in partnership with our full-time business students. It’s a great chance to share your work with the community, gain real selling experience, and support a student-led enterprise.

Although many of our courses start in September, we offer flexible start dates and you may be able to join at different times throughout the year. Call 01623 413602 to speak to our Adult Learning and Skills team to find out more.

---

• Where: Derby Road Campus, Mansfield (NG18 5BH)
• Duration: 35 weeks**
• Day/time: Tuesdays, 5.30-8.00pm
• Start/end date: Tuesday 9 September 2025 to Tuesday 23 June 2026
• Cost: FREE* or £10 per session (returning learners must pay £10 per session)

---

*Subject to eligibility. Contact us for more information.

**There's no obligation to attend every session.

---

Career opportunities

There isn't currently career information listed for this course.