An informal approach to creating paintings and prints.
In this subject you will work with different materials. Learn about different work tools, effects, and additives. Work on finding your own personal expression. Receive individual guidance combined with teaching
Teaching in art class will focuses on both painting and printing. We will work with: Abstract motifs. Expressive motifs. Figurative motifs
You will come to know many forms of techniques, effects, work tools, and additives, and you will receive a thorough introduction to acrylic media’s opportunities and limitations.
This subject will change between theory and practice, lessons and independent work. You can also finish the course with a big project, e.g.: decoration work
The materials you use in this subject is included in the general tuition. Everybody is welcome to join the art class. There are no pre-requisite requirements. You are welcome as a total new beginner – as well as if you have painted and printed before.
If you choose this subject, you can use the art workshop at any time you want to.
You will produce heaps of drawings on different materials. You will try lots of different exercises and have room for experimentation during class.
In the classroom, you will be assigned your own worktable, where you can keep your works, and you will have your own shelf space where you can keep your personal materials.
Next semester is Autumn 2025 from August 10, 2025 – December 13, 2025
Teacher: Morten Søndergård
Morten has worked at Vrå Folk High School since 2015 and teaches the art class. He is also a dormitory teacher at the school. He is a working artist and you can see some of his paintings and prints at instagram.com/mortensoendergard_art
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