Printmaking - Introduction to Japanese Woodcut
This course is a relaxed introduction to using Japanese woodcut tools, and creating a print with watercolour methods. A fun way to explore colour, relief printing and drawing, you will also learn how to print in several layers using a range of hand-pulling techniques.
Printmaking - Monoprint for Beginners
Want to explore a unique and exciting printmaking technique? This beginners' course introduces you to monoprinting, where you'll create one-of-a-kind prints. Perfect for those looking to expand their drawing and painting skills, you'll learn basic techniques and progress to layered, complex outcomes. Discover a new creative approach and unlock your artistic potential. This course is for anyone aged 19+ who wants to learn a new skill and have fun!
Printmaking for Beginners
Want to explore your creative side and learn a new skill? This Printmaking for Beginners course lets you investigate various printmaking processes from scratch. You'll learn drypoint, lithography, screen printing, linocut, and more. This course is perfect for complete beginners and those wanting to build on existing skills.
Printmaking for Beginners and Improvers
Want to explore the exciting world of printmaking? This course lets you dive into various techniques like collagraph, linocuts, and monotypes. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience, you'll expand your artistic skills and create unique prints. This course will give you the confidence to experiment and develop your own printmaking style.
Printmaking Ideas into Screen Printing
Do you want to deepen your printmaking skills? This course is designed for students with some printmaking experience, whether you're continuing from another course or looking for a refresher. You'll build on your existing knowledge and explore new techniques to create unique prints. This course will help you develop your ideas from design to print, enhancing your creative practice. Please note this course is not suitable for complete beginners.
Printmaking with Linocuts - Introduction
Want to explore the art of linocut printmaking or refine your existing skills? This course is designed for you! Through tutor demonstrations and hands-on guidance, you'll build a solid foundation in the linocut process. Discover how to create striking designs, master mark-making techniques, and confidently use a Columbian printing press. By the end of this course, you'll have the skills to continue printing at home, creating beautiful linocut prints. Join our friendly and supportive atmosphere and unlock your creative potential!
Printmaking Workshop - Advanced (Untutored)
This untutored workshop caters for the experienced printmaker who wishes to access the printmaking facilities at the college and who is able to print without tuition or guidance. There is a technician in the studio who can give advice on some techniques but is mainly there to facilitate and provide health and safety supervision.
You will have access to the various printmaking facilities at the college and the workshop fee includes printing inks.
The main printmaking techniques offered in the studio are:
Relief
Collagraph
Dry point
Mono printing
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Propagation Plants for Free
Want to save money and grow your own plants? In this 3-hour introductory session, we'll explore the basics of plant propagation. You'll learn how to take cuttings and sow seeds for the best results. This course is perfect for anyone interested in gardening and saving money. You'll gain practical skills and leave with your own plants to nurture at home.
Saturday Ceramics - All Levels
Have you always wanted to try ceramics? This course is perfect for you! You'll learn handbuilding techniques and how to use the potter's wheel. Discover decorating methods to make your creations unique. This course is for all levels, from complete beginners to those with some experience.
Screenprinting Processes
Interested in learning the art of silkscreen printmaking? This introductory course provides a comprehensive overview, guiding you through the process of creating unique prints using paper and photographic stencils with vibrant, water-based acrylic inks. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some artistic experience, this course will equip you with the fundamental skills to explore your creativity and produce stunning silkscreen artwork.
Seeing through Painting and Drawing
Want to unlock your artistic potential? This course offers a wide range of drawing and painting techniques for both beginners and those with some experience. In a friendly and supportive environment, you'll build your skills and confidence. We'll guide you to "see" in a new way, helping you master any subject you wish to draw or paint.
Sewing and Clothesmaking - Intermediate
Our fun, practical course will ensure you become confident making clothing to fit. You will reach a higher level of competence using commercial patterns, plus choosing fabrics and styles that compliment you. You can work on the class project of a garment but also have the opportunity to choose your own pattern to sew. Alternately you may wish to learn skills necessary to up cycle or repurpose a garment or simply mend or refit a well-loved garment.
Sewing Classes
This Course is a series of 3 hour lessons for beginners. You will be shown how to thread up and use the sewing machine and join in the group projects in each course.
There are 2 different 5 or 6 week courses available each term, and they change every term so that you can cover a wide variety of projects throughout the year:
Autumn Term:
Part 1 - making a cushion cover and a large tote bag - 5 weeks
Part 2 - making an A line skirt- 6 weeks
Spring Term:
Part 3 - making a pair of elasticated/ drawstring trousers or shorts - 5 weeks
Part 4 -...
Shibori Dyeing Techniques for Clothing and Textiles - Summer School
Want to explore a beautiful and ancient art form? This summer school offers an immersive introduction to Shibori, the traditional Japanese dyeing technique. You'll learn how to create unique patterns on fabric through stitching, binding, and dyeing. This course is perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike, giving you the skills to create stunning textiles for your own projects. Discover the joy of slow craft and create something truly special!
Silk Painting for Handkerchiefs, Scarves and Cushions - Summer School
Want to explore the vibrant world of silk painting? This immersive workshop is perfect for you! Discover various silk painting techniques and create your own unique piece to take home. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some artistic experience, this course will give you the skills and confidence to express your creativity on silk.
Silver Ring Making - One Day Workshop
This course aims to give you some of the basic skills, knowledge and ability to create rings, using basic metal working techniques.
Sketchbook Club
Why Study This Course:
Would you like to improve your sketching skills and confidence drawing and painting the world around you? This course builds the skills you need with an experienced artist tutor whilst exploring the local area. You'll learn techniques of drawing and painting suitable for sketching on the go, with additional links and resources sent to you to support your progress.
Smartphone Photography - How to take great pictures with your phone
Want to take amazing photos with just your smartphone? This course is for you! Learn the essentials of smartphone photography, from composition to lighting and editing. Whether you're a complete beginner or want to improve your skills, you'll learn how to capture extraordinary photos. If you are eligible for a Carer discount, please contact our reception team.
Stained Glass Contemporary and Traditional Beginners
Want to explore the colourful art of stained glass? This short course is perfect for beginners! You'll learn to create a beautiful hanging panel for your home, exploring colour, tone, and line through glass. We'll guide you from the very beginning, teaching you glass cutting, surface decoration, soldering, leading, and cementing. By the end, you'll have a stunning A4-sized stained glass window panel.
Starting a Photography Business
Are you a photography enthusiast looking to turn your passion into a business? This 5-week evening course provides the practical skills and insights you need to start a freelance photography business or enhance your existing one. You'll explore product photography, visual storytelling and effective marketing strategies. Gain the tools and confidence to succeed in the business world and turn your creative talent into a viable career.
Studio Photography for Beginners
Want to learn the art of studio photography? This course introduces you to the essential equipment and techniques used in a studio setting. Through hands-on exercises in portraiture and still life, you'll explore the fundamentals of studio lighting. This course is perfect for beginners eager to master studio photography and create stunning images.
Upholstery - Intensive
What is upholstery? Rebuilding and or recovering a piece of furniture either modern or traditional.
The four or five-day intensive course is suitable for all levels of upholstery skills, from beginners to those with some experience. Both traditional and modern techniques are taught, depending on your project. Upholstery is very time consuming, so if you bring a large project, please keep in mind that it may take longer than 5 days.
Please note you need bring in a piece of furniture. You provide the furniture, fabric and trimmings, and we provide the construction materials and...
Urban and Rural Landscape Painting and Drawing
Want to capture the beauty of the world around you? This course helps you build the confidence and skills to draw and paint landscapes, urban scenes, and everything in between. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, you'll explore different drawing and painting techniques. You'll learn to capture the character of places, from architectural details to the vastness of the sky. This course is perfect for anyone who wants to connect with their environment through art.
