CSPN 100 S002: Introductory Painting Techniques

ECIAD
SectionS002
TermSpring 2026
StatusA
DatesJan 28, 2026 – Apr 22, 2026
LocationIn Person
Meetings
  • Wed 6:30pm–9:30pm — MAIN D4380
  • Wed 6:30pm–9:30pm — MAIN D4380
InstructorHayley Carruthers
Description (ECIAD)Embark on a 36-hour intensive course spread over 12 weeks. This course is an enhanced program based on student feedback, adding an extra 12 hours of immersive learning compared to our previous offering. Explore the core principles of painting as an expressive medium in this introductory course. Working with acrylic paint and mediums, you will study and practice paint-handling techniques such as blocking in, building up texture and glazing along with colour mixing and compositional strategies. Through exercises, material and technical demonstrations, presentations and exploration, you will learn the fundamentals of painting. While the focus of this course is the technical foundations of painting, students are encouraged to go beyond the basics and explore their own conceptual interests within assignment frameworks. Designed for students with little to no experience with painting, instruction includes preparation and use of materials, sketching for painting, and painting from observation.

Material List: Be prepared for your course. Download the material list to purchase items before your first class.

Price(s)DMRE: $790.50
CSDB
CS TitleIntroductory Painting Techniques
CS DescriptionLearn foundational painting techniques by exploring composition, colour and self-expression in this beginner-friendly course for aspiring artists.
Prior LearningTo fully benefit from this course, prior experience with Drawing is recommended.
Legacy InfoPreviously CEPN 100 Introductory Painting Techniques
Course Hours36
Hours per Class3
Course TypeAdult
Max Students20
Classroom TypePainting Studio
Material ListMaterials and Software
StatusActive
Roll Out TermFA24
Flexible Learning PathwayPainting, Fine Arts, Flexible Elective - All Pathways
Microcredential ProgramN/A
Microcertificate ProgramN/A
National ID50.0708 Painting
AR CodeCSVI
Unit Code285100
Unit NameVisual Arts
Position Code4518
Area of StudyVisual Arts
DisciplinePainting
LevelIntermediate
Age19 years +
Skills BadgeN/A