There are painting courses in Switzerland on individual techniques (acrylic, watercolor, oil paint, chalk, drawing, etc.), geared to previous knowledge (for beginners, advanced, children) and even painting vacations or online painting courses. The length of the courses also varies - from a few days to semester courses. Painting courses in Switzerland are offered by artists, drawing teachers, art schools, painting schools, cultural associations, studios, publishers, public schools or adult education schools. In principle, however, any person can offer painting courses in Switzerland if they have the relevant expertise in painting and drawing. Many course instructors have an SVEB certificate in adult education, which confirms their skills for learning events with adults. This gives the customer the assurance that the proof of practice has been checked and that the basic knowledge in adult education has been imparted to this person. Compare the course content, the scope of the course, the costs, the instructors and the number of painting courses held in Switzerland well in advance. Information events or reviews from former course participants can also provide information about a good choice.

Interested parties can often find a suitable painting course nearby via the internet directly or via educational platforms. Alternatives would be art schools, cultural associations, studios or public schools nearby. Check whether they offer painting courses. Larger adult education providers could also offer courses in this area. Do you know other people who enjoy painting as a hobby? Ask them about their experiences with painting courses in the area. Word-of-mouth recommendations from friends are often more credible and provide good guidance if you know the person behind the course well.

The question is always what you want to achieve with a course in modern art. If you just want to learn how to draw or paint and get to know techniques that will help you to recreate and develop contemporary art or another style of art, a drawing or painting course may be a good choice for you. If, on the other hand, you have declared art to be your passion and are keen to dedicate your professional future to this passion, you can only receive an artistic education at an art college or University of Applied Sciences. It is not possible to attend a vocational school where you can complete an education in "art". However, you can complete an apprenticeship in many artistic professions, be it as a ceramist Federal VET Diploma, stone sculptor Federal VET Diploma, fabric designer Federal VET Diploma, goldsmith Federal VET Diploma, wood sculptor Federal VET Diploma, polydesigner 3D Federal VET Diploma or many other professions in the field of design and art. For an apprenticeship that brings you closer to modern art with all its facets, however, you will need a degree course, which is possible with different specializations.

In a painting course for beginners, the central, creative basics in particular are taught and the introduction to one or more painting techniques (possibly also drawing techniques) is accompanied. Painting courses for beginners are aimed at people with no previous knowledge or those who would like to refresh their existing basic knowledge. Fears are also reduced in beginners' courses. Beginners should have no qualms about experimenting. In a painting course for beginners, the first steps in painting are demonstrated and the step-by-step procedure is explained. Theoretical basics are taught using examples from art and design. Through various exercises in the practical part of the course, the instructor can recognize the individual way of expression. Techniques such as glazing and opaque paint application and color gradients can be tried out. The design process and the result are also analyzed in the painting course for beginners and the best possible approach can be identified. The examination of one's own perception and work opens up new perspectives for the participants.

Anyone can paint - including you. There is no need to be afraid of white paper. With a little technique, your picture will also become something very special. Because creativity and the desire for self-realization lies dormant in all of us. A painting course for adults is aimed at people who want to learn or improve their painting skills as adults. The scope of the course can range from a short taster course to a more extensive course. In a painting course for adults, a special painting technique or several painting techniques such as acrylic, watercolor or oil as well as mixed media or additional drawing techniques are usually taught. The basics of painting are also covered. Participants learn about different types of art such as representational, abstract or figurative. They learn how to create a picture step by step, how colors or shapes work and how to create a meaningful composition. In painting courses for adults, course participants learn how design elements can be combined with each other. Painting courses for adults provide a practical and theoretical insight into painting and thus into the cheerful world of color. Instructors pass on their tips and tricks in a painting course, which you can use when painting at home.

In a drawing course, for example, you can learn the following:

• Figurative drawing
• Nude drawing
• From the line to the figure
• Spatial drawing
• Drawing movement
• Drawing Modern Art
• Urban sketching (urban drawing)
• Doodling, sketching and illustrating
• Intuitive drawing
• Monochrome drawing
• Charcoal, red chalk and chalk drawing