Pencil Sketching Course by Paul Lee - NT20251023PSC

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Participants will learn the basic techniques of observational drawing, attempting different subject matters with Paul Lee.

Brahm Centre @ Newton

Art supports expression, reduces stress & boosts well-being, especially in ageing. It aids memory, mood, and social connection, while fostering purpose and creativity. Art helps manage emotions, enhances brain health, and enriches life with joy & meaning.

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Ticket Sales start: 24th September, 1pm WHAT?In this basic drawing course, you will learn the basic techniques of observational drawing, attempting different subject matters, so you can draw with confidence and enjoy drawing. Course OutlineContour drawing &amp; Basic rendering approaches.Breaking a scene from big shapes to small shapes to tiny details.Capturing light, dark tonal values, &amp; texture.1 &amp; 2 point perspective for contour drawing. The artwork featured in this listing are examples of Pencil Sketching and are not indicative of the actual course work. WHEN?Thursday, Oct 23, 2pm - 4.40pmThursday, Oct 30, 2pm - 4.40pmThursday, Nov 6, 2pm - 4.40pmThursday, Nov 13, 2pm - 4.40pmThursday, Nov 20, 2pm - 4.40pmThursday, Nov 27, 2pm - 4.40pm6 sessions totalling 16 hours. WHERE?Brahm Centre @ Newton L447 Scotts Road #04-02A Goldbell TowersS228233 (Newton MRT Exit A) Bring Your Own Materials:<ul><li>Ruler</li></ul> Art Materials Provided:<ul><li>Drawing Pencils</li><li>Kneaded Eraser</li><li>Tortillon</li><li>A4 Paper</li></ul>

COURSE FEE:$280.00 per person$56 for seniors eligible for National Silver Academy (NSA) subsidyNational Silver Academy<ul><li>NSA subsidy is for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents aged 50 and above.</li></ul>SkillsFuture Credit<ul><li>In addition to NSA subsidy, course fee may be offset by SkillsFuture Credit (SFC).</li><li>All tickets purchased with the intent to use SkillsFuture Credit to offset the course fee will be subject to a non-refundable $20 administrative fee.</li></ul>

Notes:<ul><li>There are NO make-ups if you miss any of the art sessions.</li><li>Missing a session does not disqualify you from taking part in the course - the trainer is not obligated to recap what was missed.</li><li>Brahm Centre reserves the right to replan the course should the trainer be unable to conduct the class due to unforeseen circumstances.</li></ul><ul><li>By registering for classes at Brahm Centre, you consent to Brahm Centre and AIC collecting, using and disclosing your personal data, as declared in the registration form and in accordance with Brahm Centre’s Data Protection Policy found at: <a href="https://www.brahmcentre.com/data-protection-policy/" title="https://www.brahmcentre.com/data-protection-policy/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.brahmcentre.com/data-protection-policy/</a>, as well as AIC: <a href="https://www.aic.sg/dataprotectionpolicy" title="https://www.aic.sg/dataprotectionpolicy" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.aic.sg/dataprotectionpolicy</a>’s Data Protection Policy found at <a href="https://www.aic.sg/dataprotectionpolicy" title="https://www.aic.sg/dataprotectionpolicy" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.aic.sg/dataprotectionpolicy</a>.</li></ul>Do note that photographs and videos may be taken during the course for publicity purposes.

Trainer BioPaul Lee Thiam Seng is a Singapore-born artist, art therapist, and consultant. He is the founder of UniqArts and Technologies. Paul holds a Master in Arts-Art Therapy with LASALLE College of the Arts, and a Bachelor of Management Degree with Royal Melbourne Institute of Technologies. He is also trained in fine arts at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA). Paul is the creator of the virtual art classroom www.onlineartclass.com and author of the children’s book - Drawing is Easy. Paul has facilitated many creative art projects for therapeutic and developmental purposes, both for children and adults. He has experience running individual and group art therapy treatment for children and adults in schools and hospitals.

EFFECTIVE 1ST JUNE 2025, ALL TICKETS PURCHASED WITH INTENT TO USE SKILLSFUTURE CREDIT WILL HAVE A NON-REFUNDABLE, $20 ADMINISTRATIVE FEE IMPOSED.HOW? Do I begin the process of using my SkillsFuture Credit (SFC) to pay for course fees:Step 1 (on Skillsfuture Website): Check your SkillsFuture credit balance.Log into your SkillsFuture Portal to confirm you have sufficient SkillsFuture Credit balance (Take note: $4K SkillsFuture Career Transition Credits CANNOT be used for Brahm Centre courses).<a href="https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/e-services/e-services.html" title="https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/e-services/e-services.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/e-services/e-services.html</a>Step 2 (on Eventbrite Website): Securing your ticket.On Eventbrite, search for the course you are interested in.<a href="https://www.eventbrite.sg/o/brahm-centre-4067900361" title="https://www.eventbrite.sg/o/brahm-centre-4067900361">https://www.eventbrite.sg/o/brahm-centre-4067900361</a>Step 3 (on Eventbrite Website): Select correct ticket type &amp; complete registration.Select the intended Ticket Type (either NSA+SkillsFuture or Individual+SkillsFuture) and complete your registration. Upon successful registration, you will receive a confirmation e-mail containing information about the course.Save/Screenshot the confirmation. (you will use this in the following steps)Step 4 (on Skillsfuture Website): Submit your SkillsFuture claim.Go back to the SkillsFuture Portal to submit a claim under 'E-Services'.<a href="https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/e-services/e-services.html" title="https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/e-services/e-services.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/e-services/e-services.html</a>click on the link below to watch a video on how to submit your SFC claim:<a href="https://youtu.be/6OjU5_eGGQY?si=1YYMfgzS97OAk6kx" title="https://youtu.be/6OjU5_eGGQY?si=1YYMfgzS97OAk6kx" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://youtu.be/6OjU5_eGGQY?si=1YYMfgzS97OAk6kx</a>Please submit your SkillsFuture credit claim 60 days BEFORE the course commencement, for it to be valid. Deadline to submit SFC Claim is one week prior to course commencement.Step 5 (on Skillsfuture Website):If your SFC submission was completed successfully, the status of your submission would reflect as "PENDING".Your registration is confirmed after your SkillsFuture claim status reflect as "APPROVED".*Should you choose to cancel your SFC claim before the start date, Brahm Centre reserves the right to impose a penalty fee for course withdrawal.