Art & Design

There are 299 courses available.

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• Cutting Edge

  Learn to make intricate, layered papercuts with simple tools and techniques, then develop an altered book. Basic materials included.

  Course dates:

  8 Jul 2013– 9 Jul 2013

• Cutting Edge - 2 and 3D Paper Arts Workshop

  Learn to manipulate paper into surprising forms, make intricate papercuts using scissors and knives, and modify books to re tell a story. Helpful for design development in textiles, graphics, artist bookmaking, and as unique decorations and greeting cards.

  Course dates:

  13 Oct 2013–20 Oct 2013

• Decorate a functional ceramic form : Lollapalooza !

  Decorate a selected bisque fired ceramic form - mug , bowl , plate to decorate with a range of bright underglaze colours. The work will be finished (glazed ) using a transparent glaze and fired ready for collection in two weeks time.

  Course dates:

  16 Nov 2013

  16 Nov 2013

• Decorate a functional ceramic form: Lollapalooza !

  Decorate a selected bisque fired ceramic form - mug , bowl , plate to decorate with a range of bright underglaze colours. The work will be finished (glazed ) using a transparent glaze and fired ready for collection in two weeks time.

  Course dates:

  14 Jun 2014

• Decorate a functional ceramic from: Lollapalooza !

  Decorate a selected bisque fired ceramic form - mug , bowl , plate to decorate with a range of bright underglaze colours. The work will be finished (glazed ) using a transparent glaze and fired ready for collection in two weeks time.

  Course dates:

  14 Jun 2014

• Design a Spring Sweater.

  Work from your own collection of inspirational images, create a moodboard and from this develop designs. Knit a tension swatch and make the all the necessary calculations to make a simple knitted garment. Suitable for those with some experience.

  Course dates:

  26 Apr 2014–27 Apr 2014

• Design Development for Jewellery

  Develop inspiring and individual designs for jewellery by exploring different drawing techniques, collage making and translating 2D drawings into 3D forms. This course includes a museum visit where you will be drawing on site.

  Course dates:

  25 Jan 2014–26 Jan 2014

• Drawing and Painting: Beyond the Basics

  A practical course for those with experience of observational painting and drawing techniques and approaches. Students will work towards personal projects as part of a programme that will include museum/gallery visits, practice-based technical demonstrations and group discussions.

  Course dates:

  10 Sep 2013– 5 Dec 2013

  7 Jan 2014–25 Mar 2014

  22 Apr 2014– 1 Jul 2014

• Drawing and Painting: Creative Approaches

  Explore different sources to inspire ideas and develop composition in painting and drawing. Experiment with a range of approaches and techniques including working from observation, responding to music and creating a still-life from unusual materials. Suitable for all levels.

  Course dates:

  25 Apr 2014–27 Jun 2014

• Drawing for Interior Design.

  Develop and refine free hand and technical drawing skills to explore and describe interior space: plan, elevation and three dimensional drawings using a variety of techniques and media. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience.

  Course dates:

  13 Jun 2014– 4 Jul 2014