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Rediscover Watercolour Zen

Overview

Programme IDAEP0620974
Programme TypeWorkshops
Recommended Size 15 - 40
Language English
Programme Format On-site, Blended (mix of on-site and digital)
Cost $130.00 Per student
Primary Art Form - Sub-Genre Visual Arts - Painting
Student Profile Secondary Lower, Secondary Upper, JC/CI, ITE
Duration
Secondary Art Form - Sub-Genre Visual Arts - Drawing
 
Venue (where applicable)

Showcase

Programme Synopsis ComixGuru’s art program leverages the inquiry-based and adaptive learning strategies with differentiated instruction to facilitate critical and inventive thinking and achieve intentional, focused outcomes in each lesson. ComixGuru’s core philosophy is based on these 3 pillars: Go-easy, Go-engage and Go-experience. 1. Go-easy: Keep it fun and super simple to understand 2. Go-engage: Make learning relatable and exciting 3. Go-experience: Explore, discover and create with an outcome in mind We use learning management systems(LMS) to engage students in self-paced learning where possible and empower them with learning resources (eGuides) so that they can take charge of their learning progress to complement the limits of classroom teaching. Students are encouraged to ask questions and embrace the beginner’s mind when executing a technique and be open-minded when solving problems. Rediscover Watercolour Zen is a watercolour painting style inspired by Zen Art. This style follows the minimalist concept, which is a mindset-based ideology: keep it simple, clean and uncluttered of details, but also allow the flow of water (paint) to breathe life into your painting. This style works not by pushing through, but instead allows you to let go of the result (expectation) yet still maintain mental control over your art direction. You can imagine it is about being gentle, but each stroke is decisive, and the result is raw but with character (aesthetically pleasing). This is a wellness programme that applies the ideology of Zen painting to reconnect you with your inner self. Instead of learning painting techniques for the sake of learning to paint, you learn to align your attention with the focus on your breathing, and let that inner child express what he feels and sees in your reality. The practice can empower your spirit and find self-assurance that previously went unnoticed. Who is this for: The 6 hour-long course (videos included for self-paced learning) is suitable for the first timer trying out watercolour painting. This course shall also benefit learners who have attempted painting before and want to explore a different approach to develop a style; are welcome to attend the lesson. The course duration can be customised and adjusted based on the needs of the school. What shall the learners experience in the workshop: This workshop intends to let learners reconnect with their authentic self and find the rhythm that correctly belongs to them, through the learning of watercolour painting. I will show you the correct mindset you need to tune into to deliver precise and decisive strokes in a painting. You shall learn the fundamental skills for watercolour painting and express your Zen viewpoint on reality. Rediscover Watercolour Zen introduces you to a different reality that can be felt in a painting. This painting is a reflection of your inner psyche as well as the health of your well being. Email us to find out more!
Focus Areas Appreciate Arts & Culture, Acquire Skills & Knowledge, Articulate Thoughts & Ideas
Point of Emphasis Life Skills
Lesson Goal #1 The mind shift for Zen ideology
Lesson Goal #2 Connecting the inner self with watercolour
Lesson Goal #3 Rule-based painting techniques that are intuitive and responsive

Visualiser

The Tote Board Arts Grant was introduced in 1995 to encourage the development of a vibrant arts culture in schools, and to promote arts appreciation amongst students.

Each year, all MOE schools and ITE Colleges may opt-in to receive the Arts Grant. Schools may use the grant to subsidise the purchase of programmes under the NAC-AEP and for the Artist-in-School Scheme (AISS).

All approved programmes are listed on the NAC-AEP Directory and come with a valid Letter of Eligibility.

To purchase this programme, contact the representative listed on the Programme Detail Page and make contractual arrangements directly with the programme provider.

Please ensure that a valid Letter of Eligibility (LOE) is obtained. Note that MOE procurement guidelines apply.

Payment should be made directly to the programme provider. Claims for the Arts Grant should be made via IFAAS and in accordance to Grant Guidelines.

Programme providers are permitted to make changes to the following aspects of an NAC-AEP, according to the school’s needs:

  • Programme duration, including no. of sessions
  • Cost of programme
  • Class size



Under the above conditions, schools can make claims based on revised programme costs using the same Programme ID listed on the Letter of Eligibility (LOE).

The following changes are not permitted when customising programmes:

  • Changes to content
  • Inclusion of non-approved instructor(s)

Offered by:

COMIXGURU

ComixGuru is a cartooning and arts education service provider for schools and the individual since 2004. Flagship courses include Rediscover Cartooning, Rediscover Cartoon Creation, Rediscover Comics Making, Rediscover Drawing and Painting and many more. Online course: https://comixguru.sg

Contact

Ho See Kum 88004880 comixguru2003@yahoo.com.sg

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