Art and Design courses

Art History An Exploration of Art History Art History Talks Exploring Art Talks (William Hogarth – Father of Satire)

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Art Qualifications Access to Art (Level 3) Art Foundation (Level 3) BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design BTEC Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Art and Design

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Bookbinding Bookbinding

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Degree Modules Fine Art Theory and Practice Introduction to Textiles – Design and Practice Landscape and Visual Identity

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Drawing, Painting and Printing Have Fun with Acrylics Acrylic Painting (Intermediate) Acrylic Masterclass Creative Printmaking Calligraphy Elements of Drawing The Complete Drawing Course

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Please note that courses marked with an ‘E’ will be held at the Evesham campus and those marked with an ‘M’ will be held at the Malvern campus. If the course is to be held at a community venue the details will be listed next to the course title.

The courses in this brochure may not run every term. For details of current dates, times, venues and prices please consult the current Part-time Course listings on our website or in part time course guide which is available at Reception or you can call (01386) 712695 for your free copy.

Evesham campus: Davies Road, Evesham, WR11 1LP - Telephone (01386) 712695 Malvern campus: Albert Road North, Malvern, WR14 2YH - Telephone (01684) 565351

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Learn to Draw and Paint The BIG Draw Paint and Draw Leisure Painting (Broad Campden Village Hall) Life Drawing – Guy Woodford Life Drawing – Brian Gorst Life Drawing – Julia Beard Saturday Life Drawing Figure in Interior Colourful Costume and Life Introduction to Portraiture Portrait Painting Botanical Drawing Taster Botanical Illustration Painting - Advanced Oil Painting Oil Painting – Advanced Alla Prima Studies Paint like the Old Masters Passion for Painting Landscape Painting Towards Abstraction Watercolour (Beginners) Watercolour (Advanced) Watercolour Painting (Bredons Norton/Grafton Flyford Village Hall) Watercolour Drawing and Painting Watercolours Techniques Watercolours and Sketching Watercolours and Sketching Improvers Landscapes in Watercolour/Pen and Wash Watercolour Sketching and Beyond Ways with Ink and Watercolour Creative Painting Drawing, Painting and Mixed Media

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Jewellery (Gold and Silver) Gold and Silver Jewellery (Beginners) Gold & Silver Jewellery (Beginners and Improvers) Gold and Silver Jewellery Silver Jewellery (Beginners and Beyond) Silver Jewellery Projects Recreational Jewellery Recreational Silver Jewellery Recreational Silver Jewellery – Lost Wax Casting Silver Jewellery (Intermediate) Silver Jewellery (Advanced) Handmade Metal Christmas Decorations

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Glass Stained Glass Taster Stained Glass Angels Stained Glass Explore Kiln Fired Glass Fused Glass Handmade Glass Christmas Decorations

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Interior Design Introduction to Interior Design

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Pottery, Modelling & Sculpture An Introduction to Mosaic Life Modelling Sculpture Workshop Pottery (Evesham Day Centre) Pottery and Modelling Woodcarving Model Engineering

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Textiles Textile Taster Cushions and Curtains Made Easy Christmas Glitz Exploring Pattern in Fabric Decoration Exploring Textile Techniques Learning to Sew Make do and Mend Introduction to Sewing and Garment Making City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Patchwork City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Embroidery City and Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Embroidery

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Upholstery Upholstery (including beginners) Upholstery of Antique Furniture (Throckmorton)

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Violin Making Violin Making

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Woodwork Beginners Woodwork Traditional Woodwork Make your own Bird Box or Garden Planter Furniture Restoration Wood Turning (Stanton Guildhouse, Broadway)

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Art History An Exploration of Art History

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Course Tutor: Mandy Carwood Illustrated discussions in a relaxed and informal setting. No drawing or painting skills required – just a love of art. Designed with new students in mind Mandy Carwood studied Art History at the Barber Institute and is a tutor with a passion for exploring art history.

Art History Talks

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Course tutor: Mandy Carwood A set of fun and informative illustrated discussions actively exploring art history. No drawing or painting skills required – just a desire to share your love of art.

Mandy Carwood studied Art History at the Barber Institute and is a tutor with a passion for exploring art history.

Exploring Art Talks (William Hogarth – Father of Satire)

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No painting skills required just a desire to share your love of art in an informal setting with this fun and informative illustrated discussion.

This one day class will focus on the life and works of William Hogarth, an English painter, printmaker, pictorial satirist, social critic and editorial cartoonist. His work ranged from realistic portraiture to comic strip-like series of pictures called "modern moral subjects".

Art Qualifications Access to Art (Level 3)

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This course is ideal for those who wish to pursue art at a Higher Education level but who do not currently have the qualifications, confidence or portfolio to do so.

It provides an introduction to a variety of art disciplines including drawing, life, painting, textiles, printmaking, sculpture, bookbinding, digital imaging, mixed media and art history. Students are then given the opportunity to develop their own interests through an independent study in term 3.

A core unit is also included to underpin academic skills required for Higher Education such as research, note taking, essay writing and seminar presentations.

There are no formal examinations. Tutors continually assess students’ progress through portfolio, sketchbook, individual research, essays and seminar presentations. Upon successful completion students are awarded an Access to Higher Education Diploma (OCN Kite marked), which is equivalent to three A-Levels, and is accepted by admissions tutors in Art Colleges and Universities.

For more information about the course at Malvern, please contact Caroline Park, Head of School of Arts on (01684) 584559.

Art Foundation Level 3

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Art Foundation Level 3 This BTEC Diploma course in Art & Design can be used as a stepping stone on to a University. It is suitable for students who have an Art A-Level, Access to Art qualification, or a BTEC qualification, but are not yet ready to choose their discipline of study or progression route into the arts.

It is traditional for art students to take this extra year of study in order to help them decide on their specialism, area of interest and to develop as an artist. Students will be taught by a team of specialists in their fields who are practising artists.

The course is intended to be a thoroughly enjoyable year, where students develop their individual approaches to art and begin to find their own voice.

Students will be encouraged to explore, think and evaluate to help gain an intellectual curiosity and a critical awareness of the contemporary visual world.

The course will culminate in a major project in your chosen specialism that demonstrates ability and independence.

For more information please contact Caroline Park, Head of School of Arts on (01684) 584559.

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BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design

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This one year course at the Malvern campus, will introduce students to all the areas of Art & Design. Students will try a variety of art and design subjects including: painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, 3D design, graphics, illustration and textiles – as well as studying for a Functional Skills qualification.

You will need a portfolio of artwork and the minimum GCSE requirements (preferably including an Art GCSE), and a successful interview, to join this course.

The Diploma is equivalent to 4 GCSEs and a Functional Skill qualification. On successful completion, students are guided through applications to further levels of Art & Design study, such as entry onto the BTEC Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Art & Design courses, other FE courses or employment routes within the design field.

BTEC Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Art and Design

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The Diploma is a two year course equivalent to 2 A-Levels and is taken as two modules of the Extended Diploma course.

The Extended Diploma is a two year course equivalent to 3 A-Levels and is a gateway to University.

Students will study a variety of mediums including: painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, 3D design, graphics, illustration and textiles – as well as a Functional Skills qualification.

You will need to have 4 GCSEs at grade C or above, a Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design (or equivalent) or a portfolio of your artwork demonstrating your interest and ability, and a successful interview.

Students will work on a variety of Art & Design projects and in year two, you will concentrate on your chosen area of interest, specialising in a particular area for a Final Major Project.

Bookbinding Bookbinding

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Course Tutor: Hannah Yevtukh The bookbinding courses are for students of all levels of skill and experience who wish either to repair or rebind their own old books, or to bind new books in a creative and interesting way. The course is based on traditional techniques of craft bookbinding. Beginners start by making a single-section pamphlet which can usually be completed by the second session.

This gives them the feel of the materials and an idea of the techniques involved. They then rebind a multi-section book as a case-binding and finally a multi-section book with a leather spine. This gives the students an idea of book structure and they can then develop their interests in any direction.

Students will acquire a knowledge of a trade craft which has disappeared from the commercial production of books, but which is still necessary, as books will always need repairing. It is being kept alive by individual enthusiasts such as those students who have been attending our courses for many years. Malvern College is one of the few places in the country which still offers traditional bookbinding. There is no set time to finish a particular exercise, as the length of time taken depends on the amount of work needed for a particular book. The three beginners’ exercises usually take about two terms.

Hannah Yevtukh studied art and bookbinding in the Ukraine and has been making unusual creative books since 1998. She is a member of the Society of Bookbinders and the local Guild of Designer Craftsmen.

Degree Modules Validated by the University of Worcester, these Level 1 modules count towards a modular degree programme. For details contact Caroline Park on 01694 584559. To enrol contact the University of Worcester on 01905 855000.

Fine Art Theory and Practice ART D1001

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This course is for anyone who would enjoy studying Fine Art at a higher level. It is particularly suitable as a taster course for those who are considering Higher Education in the future, or those who wish to work at this level but are currently unable to commit to full-time education. We welcome students with a wide range of experience to the course.

The course will cover both fine art practice and theory. It will focus on Representation, and the natures of Abstraction, Expressionism and Postmodernism. Students will be encouraged to explore the diverse nature of Fine Art practice with its constantly challenged and changed boundaries. They will research different historical periods and theoretical perspectives within Art in order to be able to place their own work within a framework.

In their practical work students will be expected to produce a personal response to a subject, be able to apply representational codes and conventions, provide visual response to an idea, expression, or abstract concept; and show consideration of the effect of materials and techniques used to communicate their ideas.

This course will run in the Autumn Term.

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Introduction to Textiles – Design and Practice ART D1003

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This course has been designed for anyone who would enjoy working with textiles at a higher level. It is particularly suitable for students as a progression from City & Guilds Embroidery and other diploma courses, but there are no entry requirements. The course is equally suitable for students who have previous experience in fine art or mixed media, or who would like to explore the world of contemporary textile design.

This is an introductory module to textile design. Practical work will involve a wide variety of media and the analysis of the elements of design and the interrelationship between line, form, colour, space and texture in design projects. Students will be introduced to a range of textiles related techniques and artists. They will then be able to select contemporary textile artists for more in depth study. The module is based on practical project work and students will be given a range of tasks from those demanding a rapid and creative response to longer projects involving investigative research.

This course will run in the Spring Term.

Landscape and Visual Identity ART D1009

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This course has been designed for students who wish to further their art practice through to a degree level of study. This may be purely for enjoyment, or it may be valuable experience for those considering taking an Art degree.

You will be encouraged to examine the potential of using the physical landscape as a starting point for your work. Through lectures, studio workshops with professional artists and field visits, the module will enable you to examine the way that landscape has been continually challenged in fine art throughout history but has managed to retain an important position.

You will examine a variety of approaches used by artists from different historical periods, and develop an understanding of how different cultural and social attitudes have impacted upon the subject. The concepts of subjectivity and objectivity will be explored and you will be encouraged to investigate the subject through direct and personal engagement.

This module will run as a Summer School.

Drawing, Painting and Printing Have Fun with Acrylics

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Whether you are a beginner or have some experience of acrylics this course will open up new ideas by introducing you to many new mediums to use with the paints and a huge range of effects from the thinnest glaze to the thickest impasto. One of the great advantages of the medium is that the only solvent used is water and another is that they dry very quickly so enabling layers of paint to be built up in one painting session.

There will be demonstrations and reference will be made to modern and contemporary painters of acrylics. The emphasis is on individual tuition and you will be able to progress in a way that is appropriate to you. If preferred Artisan water mixable oil paints may be used instead.

Acrylic Painting (Intermediate)

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Course Tutor: Julia Beard This course is suitable for those with some experience in drawing who wish to develop their skills further into painting. The course covers preparation techniques, materials and basic colour mixing with acrylic paint. The use of texture in painting will also be explored. Your painting skills should improve as you learn to enjoy and handle the medium.

Acrylic Masterclass

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Course Tutor: Julia Beard This course is suitable for those with experience in painting with acrylics who wish to develop their skills further. The course is an accumulation of acrylic skills learnt previously in other areas and courses. Your painting skills should improve as you learn to further your skills in this medium.

Julia Beard specialised in printmaking in Exeter before taking a Fine Art Degree at Cheltenham School of Art. She is a practising artist and has exhibited work at the Royal Academy and various galleries. She has experience of teaching art in Adult Education for many years.

Creative Printmaking

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Using non-toxic print processes, students will produce beautiful prints without the chemicals – techniques include relief and screen. This workshop is ideal for those students wanting to learn and explore creative print using mono screen printing and mixed media.

Celia Barradell specialised in printmaking at UCLAN as part of a Fine Art Degree and also worked with print as part of her MA from University of Nottingham Trent. She worked with green printmaking techniques at the Edinburgh Print workshop which championed the changes to print practices to make them safe and to keep them creative. She has worked as artist in residence and has won art awards and grants. She is currently a full time art and design lecturer and course manager on the BTEC Art and Design courses.

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Calligraphy

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Calligraphy is the art of beautiful writing and this course will endeavour to introduce beginners and enthuse improvers to this interesting craft. Basic scripts will be studied and students will be helped to work individually at their own pace. Projects will be encouraged and to this end, decorative techniques such as gilding and painting will be included in the class sessions. The tutor is a member of the Calligraphy and Lettering Art Society (CLAS) and a Lay member of the Society of Scribes and Illuminators (SSI). She is also an active member of three more local calligraphy groups, Mercian Scribes, Northampton Scribes and Gloucestershire Lettering Arts Society.

Calligraphy

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Course tutor: Elizabeth Beattie This course will provide an introduction to calligraphy for absolute beginners, or those with a little experience, in a friendly group setting. Our tutor is an experienced teacher and exhibited calligrapher.

Artistic skills, although helpful, is not essential to success. Help and guidance will be given according to individual need. The Italic style will be used to teach calligraphic fluency and there will be demonstrations of tools and materials used as well as advice on techniques for design and layout of text. Students will be able to produce a range of individual work.

Elizabeth Beattie is an experienced teacher and calligrapher who has exhibited her work in the UK and Ireland. She is a member of the Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Society and is a Fine Art graduate with a doctorate in History of Art.

Elements of Drawing

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Course Tutor: Tia Lambert This course is intended for students with a little experience in drawing, who want to develop their skills further. Students will be introduced to new ways of seeing, understanding and explaining what we see through drawing. Subject matter may include natural forms, still life, plaster casts, and landscapes. Basic issues of describing a three dimensional form on a 2D surface, use of tone, line and perspective may be covered. Short demonstrations are given, and a variety of media will be used, including pencil, charcoal and ink. Students will hopefully achieve a better understanding of how to describe what they see through drawing, and become familiar with a range of drawing mediums.

Tia Lambert has worked at the College as a part-time tutor of watercolours and drawing classes for many years. She is a practising painter, and enjoys the contrasting natures of both watercolour and oils. Her favourite drawing medium is charcoal, due to its painterly qualities. She has exhibited widely, including the RA Summer Show and the National Portrait Gallery, and trained at the Royal Academy Schools in London.

The Complete Drawing Course

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Course Tutor: Brian Gorst This introductory course will cover all the elements of drawing from line, tone and perspective. A wide variety of subject matter will be used including some life drawing. Suitable for beginners and the more experienced.

Brian Gorst studied Fine Art at Cheltenham School of Art and at the Graduate School of Figurative Art in New York, where he gained an M.A. in Figurative Painting. He is a practising artist, exhibiting regularly and author of such books as ‘The Complete Oil Painter’.

Learn to Draw and Paint

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This course is suitable for beginners and students who wish to return to this subject area to re-learn basic skills of drawing and painting. The course will cover basic approaches to drawing and painting with several media.

This course is purely recreational. The aim is to build confidence with the student’s own visual awareness.

The BIG Draw

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A free event for all ages as part of a national drawing campaign to bring communities together in a fun and creative way.

Paint and Draw

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Course Tutor: Frida Moores For beginners or advanced students who wish to learn to draw and paint or to develop existing skills in your choice of media e.g. oil, pastel, watercolour, acrylic, pencil etc.

Students can work at any level as individual tuition is given. A variety of subject matter is covered providing a working knowledge of materials and the practice of drawing and painting, producing a finished work in painting and drawing.

Frida Moores is a practising artist whose paintings have been exhibited mainly in London. She has taught at Malvern College for many years. She has a Dip AD Hons and ATC from Camberwell Art School and London University and has been Director of Art Centres in London and Kent as well as having many years of experience of teaching and lecturing.

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Leisure Painting at Broad Campden Village Hall

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This course is for all those who paint for pleasure, suitable for all levels and abilities as emphasis is on individual tuition. It covers various techniques in drawing, watercolours, oils, acrylics and pastels. There will be at least 3 demonstrations by the tutor per term, in different mediums. Landscaping painting will be from photographs or sketches in the autumn and spring terms but in the summer term painting outside in the villages will be possible (weather permitting). The tutor will bring in still life for students to paint and draw at least twice a term. The work of past and present painters is an important part of the programme to develop art appreciation and further student skills. Please bring to the first class: 3B Pencil A3 Sketch Pad and any other art materials if you have them. The tutor will advise on the purchase of further materials.

There are no formal assessments. You will develop your skills as you progress. You could attend further courses to develop your skills.

For further information regarding this course please contact the Part-Time Recreational Course Co-ordinator Jane Dunn on (01386) 712648 or edunn@sworcs.ac.uk who may be able to answer your query or alternatively will liaise with the course tutor on your behalf.

Life Drawing

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Course Tutor: Guy Woodford An ideal course for anyone wishing to draw the human figure, whether an experienced artist or a raw beginner. Gradually master the central theme of nearly all art – the human form.

A feature of this drawing class is that there is a different model most weeks. This helps stretch the students’ power of observation and understanding of the human form. Tuition is according to individual needs.

Guy Woodford has run courses at the College since 1966. He is a sculptor working in clay for casting and in stone. He has run a Life Drawing class for many years. He has undertaken many commissions, specialising in figurative work, life and portraiture and specialises in children’s portraits, which have been exhibited nationally.

Life Drawing

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Course Tutor: Brian Gorst This course provides general drawing instruction with specific attention to its application in the Life Room. It is of use to the beginner who wants to learn traditional drawing techniques or the more experienced student who just wants a good variety of poses from a life model in an atmosphere of support and enthusiasm.

Brian Gorst studied Fine Art at Cheltenham School of Art and more recently at the Graduate School of Figurative Art in New York, where he gained an M.A. in Figurative Painting. He is a practising artist, exhibiting regularly. He recently wrote ‘The Complete Oil Painter’ (Batsford Press).

Life Drawing

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Course tutor: Julia Beard A structured life drawing course, equally suitable for beginners and those with experience. Students will be encouraged to use a variety of different materials and approaches to explore the human form, with emphasis on personal intuitive response.

Students’ progression will be encouraged towards individual expression.

Julia Beard specialised in printmaking in Exeter before taking a Fine Art Degree at Cheltenham School of Art. She is a practising artist and has exhibited work at the Royal Academy and various galleries. She has experience of teaching art in Adult Education for many years.

Saturday Life Drawing

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Course Tutor: Elizabeth Beattie This Saturday Life class is suitable for both beginners and more experienced students, working from a life model and using a variety of media.

Elizabeth Beattie is a Fine Art graduate with a doctorate in History of Art. Her paintings, in a variety of media, explore atmospheres and textures of landscape and natural forms and she is interested in portraiture, life drawing and botanical illustration. She has exhibited widely in calligraphy, illustration and painting in UK and Ireland.

Figure in Interior

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Course Tutor: Julia Beard This new class, suitable for those with some experience, explores the interaction of models within an interior setting. Students may focus on the model alone however they will be encouraged to include designs and patterns from the surroundings to create exciting and visually stimulating snapshots of the moment. Students will receive individual attention and may develop at their own pace. Emphasis is on enjoyment in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Julia Beard specialised in printmaking in Exeter before taking a Fine Art Degree at Cheltenham School of Art. She is a practising artist and has exhibited work at the Royal Academy and various galleries. She has experience of teaching art in Adult Education for many years.

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Colourful Costume and Life

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Course Tutor: Frida Moores Students will be encouraged to draw and paint expressively, in a media of their choice, working from the figure. Each week there will be a model for the class – some weeks students will work from life and other weeks the model will be in a colourful setting. Suitable for all abilities.

Frida Moores is a practising artist whose paintings have been exhibited mainly in London. She has a Dip AD Hons and ATC from Camberwell Art School and has been Director of Art Centres in London and Kent, as well as having many years experience of teaching and lecturing.

Introduction to Portraiture

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Course Tutor: Julia Beard This course is suitable for those new to Portraiture and those with some experience. The emphasis will be on capturing a likeness confidently and quickly using a variety of models. Projects will range from quick studio work to sketchbooks in a variety of different mediums (e.g. acrylics, oils, pastels and charcoal).

Freedom of expression with the head will be encouraged as the models are studied from a variety of different viewpoints.

Julia Beard specialised in printmaking in Exeter before taking a Fine Art Degree at Cheltenham School of Art. She is a practising artist and has exhibited work at the Royal Academy and various galleries. She has experience of teaching art in Adult Education for many years.

Portrait Painting

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Course Tutor: Brian Gorst This new class is suitable for anyone interested in painting and drawing. There will be a model to work from each week; and poses will usually last for 3-4 weeks.

All painting styles will be encouraged and individual tuition given. Any opaque media welcome (oils, acrylics, gouache, and pastel).

Brian Gorst studied Fine Art at Cheltenham School of Art and more recently at the Graduate School of Figurative Art in New York, where he gained an M.A. in Figurative Painting. He is a practising artist, exhibiting regularly. He recently wrote ‘The Complete Oil Painter’ (Batsford Press).

Botanical Drawing Taster

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Course Tutor: Elizabeth Beattie Suitable for both beginners and more experienced artists, this taster day will introduce students to the techniques of botanical drawing to create a beautiful piece of work.

Elizabeth Beattie is a Fine Art graduate with a doctorate in History of Art. Her paintings, in a variety of media, explore atmospheres and textures of landscape and natural forms and she is interested in portraiture, life drawing and botanical illustration. She has exhibited widely in calligraphy, illustration and painting in UK and Ireland.

Botanical Illustration

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Course Tutor: Stuart Lafford A course for students with some experience in drawing and painting who wish to improve their technique in flower illustration.

The course will be tailored to individual needs; therefore beginners will also be welcome. Learn drawing from plant material or photographs; Application of colour, usually watercolours; Attention to detail involving plant structure, etc.

Botanical illustration can be either a satisfying hobby or perhaps a rewarding career. Stuart Lafford will also be able to help and advise students intending careers as professional illustrators.

Stuart Lafford is a holder of the Royal Horticultural Society’s Gold Medal for Botanical Illustration. Stuart’s work has been commissioned by many publishers including Readers Digest, Hamlyn, The Sunday Times, Garden News and Country Life. He was chosen by The Franklin Mint to design the plates for The Chelsea Flower Show in 1985 and for the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of York. He has exhibited in the USA and his paintings have been presented to Queen Elizabeth, the late Queen Mother, and the late Princess of Wales.

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Painting - Advanced

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This course is suitable for students with an existing practice in oils or acrylics.

A variety of more advanced projects including working from a model, impressionist techniques, glazing, compositions and design, portraiture, still life and projects generated by the student themselves.

Traditional and modern approaches through a combination of taught and self-directed projects.

Brian Gorst is a practising artist who studied at the Graduate School of Figurative Art in New York.

Oil Painting

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Course Tutor: Brian Gorst A general course with one and two week painting projects covering traditional themes and techniques. This will include paint handling, colour mixing, monochromatic tonal work and full colour impressionist style compositions. Suitable for both beginners or those wishing to strengthen their existing practice.

Brian Gorst studied Fine Art at Cheltenham School of Art and at the Graduate School of Figurative Art in New York, where he gained an M.A. in Figurative Painting. He is a practising artist, exhibiting regularly and author of such books as ‘The Complete Oil Painter’.

Oil Painting - Advanced

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Course Tutor: Brian Gorst This course is particularly suitable for students who have completed an ‘Introduction to Oil Painting’ with the tutor Brian Gorst, and students with an existing practice in oils.

A variety of more advanced projects including working from a model, impressionist techniques, glazing, compositions and design, portraiture, still life, and projects generated by the student themselves. You will gain an Open College Network credit at an appropriate level.

Brian Gorst studied Fine Art at Cheltenham School of Art and more recently at the Graduate School of Figurative Art in New York, where he gained an M.A. in Figurative Painting. He is a practising artist, exhibiting regularly. He recently wrote ‘The Complete Oil Painter’ (Batsford Press).

Alla Prima Studies

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Course Tutor: Frida Moores Join an experienced artist and tutor who was taught by such greats as Lucien Freud and Frank Auerbach. This short course will use oil paint as its medium in a fresh, colourful, emotional and observational way.

Alla Prima is the direct and spontaneous use of oil paint as employed by modern painters from Monet to contemporary abstract artists.

Frida Moores is a practising artist whose paintings have been exhibited mainly in London. She has a Dip AD Hons and ATC from Camberwell Art School and has been Director of Art Centres in London and Kent, as well as having many years experience of teaching and lecturing.

Paint like the Old Masters

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Course tutor: Frida Moores This short course will allow you to explore oil paint as used by the Old Masters of the Dutch School, whose knowledge of materials and techniques are applicable to all subsequent styles of painting. Suitable for all abilities wishing to learn this beautiful technique.

Frida Moores is a practising artist whose paintings have been exhibited mainly in London. She has a Dip AD Hons and ATC from Camberwell Art School and has been Director of Art Centres in London and Kent, as well as having many years experience of teaching and lecturing.

Passion for Painting

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This course is for all levels but some experience in either oils or pastels or acrylics or watercolours is helpful. Please bring to the first class any art materials that you possess and any beginners bring A3 sketchpad and 3B pencil. Emphasis is on individual tuition and guidance will be given on colour, composition, drawing and perspective. There will be plenty of demonstrations using different media by the tutor. Reference will be made to great painters, past and present and some time will be spent looking at painters of the 20th Century. You will have a chance to try an abstract painting. The emphasis is on landscape painting with some still life.

There are no formal assessments and on completion of the course you will have a greater confidence and competence to use the medium of your choice. You could stay on the course, as it is progressive, each term offers something different.

For further information regarding this course please contact the Part-Time Recreational Course Co-ordinator Jane Dunn on (01386) 712648 or edunn@sworcs.ac.uk who may be able to answer your query or alternatively will liaise with the course tutor on your behalf.

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Landscape Painting

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Course tutor: Brian Gorst This is a practical landscape painting course taught by an internationally exhibited artist which will encourage students to develop their individual potential. A structured course, where students are encouraged to research and work from their own sketches, colour studies and images, under the guidance of a professional artist. Students will fully explore the variety and subtlety of the landscape genre, working in the studio and in the landscape.

Areas such as composition, colour, structure, light and space will be explored in relation to landscape. This course is purely recreational with no formal assessment and students can develop their skills with further terms’ study.

Towards Abstraction

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Course tutor: Brian Gorst This course provides individual support from a professional exhibited artist, allowing students to develop a personal style and to understand their own painting. With constructive feedback and an interactive group dynamic, students will gain confidence with their work.

The course is designed to extend personal development away from painting in a representative way towards the exploration of abstract concepts and ideas. Lively discussion / debate is encouraged, with students sharing ideas and research as individuals work on personal practical painting projects. Suitable for those with some experience working in any media of their choice.

Brian Gorst studied Fine Art at Cheltenham School of Art and more recently at the Graduate School of Figurative Art in New York, where he gained an M.A. in Figurative Painting. He is a practising artist, exhibiting regularly. He recently wrote ‘The Complete Oil Painter’ (Batsford Press).

Watercolour (Beginners)

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Although this course is aimed at beginners it is also suitable or those with a little experience. For the novice it covers basic skills such as washes, tone values, composition, perspective, and different techniques. For the more experienced painter the course will encourage new angles to explore and ways to refine techniques. A materials list is available for this course either from registrations or the Part time course co-ordinator.

Watercolour (Advanced)

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This course is aimed at the more experienced watercolour painter who is familiar with the basic techniques. Emphasis is placed on individual work and students will be encouraged to develop their own styles. More experimental techniques will be shown and there will be at least three demonstrations per term. We will study mainly landscape and some still life painting by the great water colourists, past and present.

There are no formal assessments. You will achieve an Increasing confidence and ability to put your ideas into painting watercolours. Stay in the class and enjoy many years of painting there is always a new challenge.

For further information regarding this course please contact the Part-Time Recreational Course Co-ordinator Jane Dunn on (01386) 712648 or edunn@sworcs.ac.uk who may be able to answer your query or alternatively will liaise with the course tutor on your behalf.

Watercolour Painting at Bredons Norton/Grafton Flyford Village Hall

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These outreach courses are mixed ability classes and are designed to help people develop their painting ability. We will cover basic watercolour techniques. Students will be encouraged to develop their own styles. There will be demonstrations and although working mainly from photographic reference there also be the opportunity to study some still life. For the first class please bring a drawing board, watercolour paper, pencils, brushes and watercolour paints together with a photograph to work from.

For further information regarding this course please contact the Part-Time Recreational Course Co-ordinator Jane Dunn on (01386) 712648 or edunn@sworcs.ac.uk who may be able to answer your query or alternatively will liaise with the course tutor on your behalf.

Watercolour Drawing and Painting

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Course tutor: Tia Lambert This course is suitable for students who have some experience already and would like to explore further ways to use watercolour and other media. Subject matter may include landscape, still life, and more often natural forms; shells, fungi, etc, and flowers, led by the seasons. Emphasis is placed on work from observation.

Demonstrations are given to show basic techniques such as: Laying clean washes; Variegated washes; Wet on wet; Lifting out; Fading out; Use of masking fluid etc. We generally work on a common project. Students will achieve: a better understanding of the characteristics of watercolour and more confidence in handling this exciting and sometimes unpredictable medium; a better knowledge of colour and mixing; and learn how to stretch watercolour paper.

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Watercolour Techniques

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Course Tutor: Frida Moores This is aimed at those who have done some basic watercolours, or as a follow on course. However, beginners may join this class. The course covers the development of watercolour practice and techniques, but no previous experience is necessary.

It also continues to build on students’ skills.

A variety of subject matter is covered over the year – still life; landscape; flowers etc. or subject matter of the students’ choice.

Develop your skills and be introduced to new ones, producing finished paintings.

Frida Moores is a practising artist whose paintings have been exhibited mainly in London. She has taught at South Worcestershire College for many years. She has a Dip AD Hons and ATC from Camberwell Art School and London University and has been Director of Art Centres in London and Kent as well as having many years of experience of teaching and lecturing.

Watercolours and Sketching

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This course is aimed at beginners or those with little experience of either watercolours or sketching. The course will incorporate lots of demonstrations and structured projects based on landscaping, still life and flowers. The course will include an introduction to materials, basic perspective, colour mixing and drawing techniques. If you have always wanted to have a go at watercolours and sketching why not come along and join us?

For further information regarding this course please contact the Part-Time Recreational Course Co-ordinator Jane Dunn on (01386) 712648 or edunn@sworcs.ac.uk who may be able to answer your query or alternatively will liaise with the course tutor on your behalf.

Watercolours and Sketching Improvers

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This class is specifically for those who have completed one of Pete Hodges courses who now want to develop their skills further.

The emphasis will be on self development with students working on their own individual projects. There will be some demonstrations and our tutor, Pete Hodges will be on hand to help with hints and tips.

Landscapes in Watercolour/ Pen and Wash

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Course tutor: F Moores This course is ideal for summer evenings as an enjoyable guide to watercolour, pen and wash techniques, specialising in landscape painting. Suitable for all abilities from beginners to advanced.

Watercolour Sketching and Beyond

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This course is suitable for beginners or those with a little experience, and provides the chance to examine and develop sketching skills using simple but versatile mediums.

Students will work with Pencil and Conte Crayon, and there will be demonstrations combining these and other mediums.

A list of materials will be available prior to the course commencement. Please telephone the Part-Time Recreational Course Co-ordinator on (01386) 712648 for further details or email edunn@sworcs.ac.uk

Ways with Ink and Watercolour

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Course tutor: Tia Lambert This new class with our popular Watercolour tutor will teach you a variety of new ways to combine ink and watercolour.

Demonstrations will be given to show basic techniques and students will receive support and tuition to improve their knowledge and skills.

Tia Lambert is established at South Worcestershire College as a part-time tutor in watercolour and drawing classes. She is a practising painter, and enjoys the contrasting natures of both watercolour and oils. Charcoal is her favourite drawing medium, due to its painterly qualities. Tia trained at the Royal Academy Schools in London. Her own work, inspired by flowers and still life has been exhibited widely, including the RA Summer Show and the National Portrait Gallery.

Creative Painting

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Not another watercolour painting class !

This is very much a workshop with students working on their own preferred projects with a tutor at hand to give you lots of hints and tips.

It is ideal for those with some experience of painting who want to try some different mediums, in some cases using several different mediums to create “Painted Textile” pictures.

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Drawing, Painting and Mixed Media

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You will be inspired by our tutor to take an exciting exploration into skill-building techniques from traditional drawing to collage, watercolour and acrylics It is intended that the course will be multi media and you are encouraged to bring along any art materials that you currently have or would like to work with.

Students are encouraged to share ideas helping to build confidence.

Our tutor will undertake some demonstrations and you will be encouraged to develop your own style.

This class would suit all abilities.

Glass Stained Glass Taster

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Course Tutor: Liz Huppert This one day taster course gives a basic introduction to stained glass where students can design and make attractive individual pieces. Work with our popular and established tutor. Materials are included in the course fee, and additional materials can be bought at cost price form the tutor as required.

Liz graduated in 1989 with a Ceramics Degree from Bath College of Art. She then joined a stained glass class which she enjoyed so much that a term’s course turned in to 5 years! Since then she has been selling her work at ceramic and glass festivals and has also taught a very popular Summer School course at Malvern College.

Stained Glass Angels

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Course Tutor: Liz Huppert This taster day gives a basic introduction to stained glass where students can design and make beautiful handmade stained glass angels.

Stained Glass

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Course Tutor: Liz Huppert This course is suitable for anyone who has always wanted a stained glass panel to fit in an existing window at home, or those just wishing to make beautiful ornamental lampshades and window hangings for themselves and friends. Students will initially learn the skill of cutting glass to a design. They will then progress through: AppliquĂŠ; Copper foiled work; Leaded panels. As their skills advance students will be able to work on their own projects. Fill your home with beautiful, colourful, eye and suncatching stained glass!

Explore Kiln Fired Glass

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Course tutor: Lorna Prudden Fused glass is a popular contemporary technique. Come and work with an experienced glass artist for one day to learn the basics and create your own individual piece. Materials and firing are included in the course fee, and additional materials can be bought at cost price form the tutor as required.

Fused Glass

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Course tutor: Lorna Prudden Working with a popular contemporary glass artist, students will learn how to cut and prepare glass for fusing, in order to make decorative items. Ideal for students who have attended previous taster sessions, but also suitable for beginners who have wanted to try a glass course but cannot commit to a full term.

Lorna Prudden is a glass artist who makes kiln fired wall panels and bespoke items in her studio.

Handmade Glass Christmas Decorations

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Beautiful and individual glass decorations are surprisingly easy and fun to make – snowflakes, stars, angels etc. to hang in your window or on your tree.

Lorna Prudden is a glass artist who makes kiln fired wall panels and bespoke items in her studio.

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Interior Design Introduction to Interior Design

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This course replaces Interior Design for your Home You will be taught by business owner and senior designer, Debbie at Cocoa & Lace Interiors who will deliver a fun and informative course. You will learn how to create your own design board based on a room in your own home and along the way you will be introduced to the main aspects of interior design. You will gain an understanding of how to put a colour scheme together, create and decide on a style, how to layout your furniture, where to place your lighting and how to choose the most suitable soft furnishings and window treatments.

You will finish the course full of enthusiasm and pumped full of ideas to continue through the rest of your home!

This course is part theory and part practical with tutor supervision. To kick start your project, you will be asked to bring along something favourite relating to interiors such as a contemporary interiors magazine, a piece of curtain fabric, a treasured picture, Aunt Maud's cherished china bowl, a cushion....sounds interesting all ready doesn't it?

Jewellery (Gold and Silver) Gold and Silver Jewellery (Beginners) and (Beginners and Improvers)

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Course Tutor: Jenny Stephens A course for anyone who likes jewellery and wants to make simple pieces for themselves. The classes are suitable for students with mixed ability, from beginners to advanced. The course is not structured and students can choose to make work using the existing facilities in their preferred medium.

Students learn to set stones, solder metals (silver and gold) form wire and sheet into jewellery, using the tools and equipment available within the department. You will have fun making your own jewellery at a modest price, and can make presents for friends and family which they will really appreciate.

Jenny Stephens is an extremely popular and well established tutor at South Worcestershire College. She trained at St Martins School of Art and then Central School studying fine art and industrial design. She has been making jewellery since the seventies and shows in England, the USA and Europe.

Gold and Silver Jewellery

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Course Tutor: Jenny Stephens These classes are for more advanced students with mixed ability. The course is not structured and students can choose to make work using the existing facilities in their preferred medium.

Students learn to set stones, solder metals (silver and gold) form wire and sheet into jewellery, using the tools and equipment available within the department. You will have fun making your own jewellery at a modest price, and can make presents for friends and family which they will really appreciate.

Jenny Stephens is an extremely popular and well established tutor at South Worcestershire College. She trained at St Martins School of Art and then Central School studying fine art and industrial design. She has been making jewellery since the seventies and shows in England, the USA and Europe.

Silver Jewellery (Beginners and Beyond)/Silver Jewellery Projects/Recreational Jewellery M Course Tutor: Belinda Gilbert This recreational course is for anyone who is interested in jewellery making. It will be suitable for both the beginner and those with more experience. The course will cover all aspects of the subject from the design stages through to the making of a piece of jewellery. Students will learn: • How to use jewellery making tools and equipment safely in the silversmithing studio • Basic techniques for making simple jewellery • Basic jewellery design skills • About all the necessary materials Students will receive individual attention and may develop at their own pace. Students should hope to achieve the satisfaction of designing and making jewellery and the skills required to continue doing so. Please note Silver and materials are not included in the course fee.

Recreational Silver Jewellery

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This two day workshop will enable students to work on individual projects resulting in finished pieces to take home. It is suitable for students of all abilities. Materials are not included in the course fee.

Belinda Gilbert has a Degree in Jewellery and Silversmithing from The School of Jewellery in Birmingham, and an award from the British Jewellers Association. She designs and makes small batch ranges, one off pieces and commissions. She is a popular tutor at the College and her classes are always in demand.

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Recreational Silver Jewellery – Lost Wax Casting

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Running on two consecutive Saturdays, this workshop will enable students to learn wax carving and produce designs which will be cast professionally into silver jewellery. This course is only suitable for students with previous experience. Materials and casting costs are not included in the course fee.

Belinda Gilbert has a Degree in Jewellery and Silversmithing from The School of Jewellery in Birmingham, and an award from the British Jewellers Association. She designs and makes small batch ranges, one off pieces and commissions. She is a popular tutor at the College and her classes are always in demand.

Silver Jewellery (Intermediate)

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Course tutor: Belinda Gilbert This course enables the experienced student to further their design and making skills. Students must have previous workshop experience, including soldering.

Students will further their practical skills exploring different materials and metals, including surface decoration, shape, design and form. Students will be encouraged to develop their creativity skills when working from a design brief.

Silver Jewellery (Advanced)

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Course Tutor: Belinda Gilbert This course enables advanced students to further their design and making skills. Student must have previous workshop experience, including soldering. It is suitable for students who have completed NOCN Silver Jewellery Level 3, or those with significant experience.

Students will further their practical 3 dimensional skills working on surface decoration, shape, design and form. Students will be encouraged to develop their creativity skills when working from a design brief.

Belinda Gilbert trained at the School of Jewellery, Birmingham and graduated with a degree in Jewellery and Silversmithing.

She has an award from the British Jewellers Association for Jewellery Design. In her workshop she designs and makes small batch ranges, one off pieces and commissions.

Handmade Metal Christmas Decorations

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Course Tutor: Belinda Gilbert This workshop will enable students to work, design and make their own Christmas decorations in silver and/or copper. It is suitable for students of all abilities.

Belinda Gilbert trained at the School of Jewellery, Birmingham and graduated with a degree in Jewellery and Silversmithing.

She has an award from the British Jewellers Association for Jewellery Design. In her workshop she designs and makes small batch ranges, one off pieces and commissions.

Pottery, Modelling and Sculpture An Introduction to Mosaic

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This is a practical course where you will learn the skills needed to put together a piece of mosaic work.

Your tutor Karen Wones is a local artist and has worked on projects including corporate emblems and logos.

There will be demonstrations on the day and you will get to design your own simple piece of work.

For those who have not undertaken this craft many will find the work to be very therapeutic and satisfying.

Life Modelling

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Course Tutor: Guy Woodford A course for anybody who is interested in working from a live model. Each student’s individual style/interpretation is encouraged – ranging from the highly representational to the largely abstract. The course is designed to cover all or any of the following: Basic Anatomy; Clay work for firing; Armature making; Mould making; Casting; Direct build techniques.

You can model in clay or build up in plaster. You can make the whole figure or just part. You can work small, medium, life size, or large - the studio has the space and facilities to accommodate ambitious pieces. Students will achieve an understanding of 3 dimensional forms and of what is involved in the making of figurative sculpture. You will explore your own talent and witness your own work steadily improving.

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Sculpture Workshop

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Course Tutor: Guy Woodford Make the sculpture you have long dreamed of making. This is a great course for bringing together beginners and more experienced sculptors. Anybody and everybody eager to make sculptures, figurative, abstract or whimsical, using any technique and any medium - clay, plaster, stone, wood, wire, ciment fondu etc. It is a free ranging course which allows you to explore your own personal ideas and approach. It is tailored for a great range of individual needs.

The aim is to encourage your priorities and inventiveness, for instance some students move on to larger pieces. In practice you will also gain inspiration from the other students on the course. Many new students decide to continue with the course in order to improve their techniques and experiment with new ideas.

Guy Woodford has run sculpture courses at the College since 1966. He is a sculptor working in clay for casting and in stone. He also runs a Life Drawing class at South Worcestershire College. He has undertaken many commissions, specialising in figurative work, life and portraiture and particularly child portraits. He has exhibited in London, Birmingham, Hereford and Ludlow.

Pottery (Evesham Day Centre)

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This course is aimed at anyone interested in a hands-on approach to clay. Beginners and those with previous experience are all welcome to join these friendly classes. Beginners are given individual basic tuition covering all aspects of hand-made pottery including: Understanding the nature of clay, Coiling and pinching, Press-moulding, Slabbing, Throwing, Sculpting and Glazing. More advanced students are encouraged to work on individual projects, consulting the tutor regarding technical or design difficulties whenever necessary. Finished work must be paid for to cover the cost of materials and firing. Each piece of work is weighed and charged for accordingly. It is recommended that students bring their own aprons.

There is no formal assessment, but a critical appraisal of students work can be given upon request. If you are a beginner, by the end of the course you will have gained sufficient skills to enable you to work on your own individual projects. If you are more advanced you will have had the opportunity to continue developing both your technical expertise and your creativity. You may continue to attend future courses in order to further develop your creative skills and enjoy the interaction of ideas with fellow students. For advanced students considering taking ceramics at a professional level, advice and guidance is available from the tutor.

For further information regarding this course please contact the Part-Time Recreational Course Co-ordinator Jane Dunn on (01386) 712648 or edunn@sworcs.ac.uk who may be able to answer your query or alternatively will liaise with the course tutor on your behalf.

Pottery and Modelling

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Course Tutor: Heather Barningham This course is suitable for anyone who wants to make pots and enjoys exchanging ideas with other students. It is equally suited to beginners or more experienced students and will be geared towards individual student needs.

The course will include pot making techniques: Throwing; Slab work; Casting; Glazing; Coiling; Anything else in the ceramics area that you need to know. Hopefully you will become at one with your own creativity and have a very enjoyable time.

Heather Barningham has worked in ceramics for over 20 years. During this time she has established her own studio and developed her style and range of stoneware ceramics. She exhibits in Galleries as well as with the Worcester Guild of Designer Craftsmen. Heather has taught pottery part time to adults, children and people with learning difficulties for many years. She runs day workshops in First and Middle schools to comply with the National Curriculum and gives talks and demonstrations to local groups.

Woodcarving

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Course Tutor: Guy Woodford Equally suitable for the total beginner as for those with previous experience. Depending on the student’s priorities, the course is designed to cover any or all of the following: Carving in the round; Relief Carving; Lettering; Sharpening and care of tools; Repair, pegging etc. Learn lots of skills and know-how, a great deal of satisfaction and a lasting enthusiasm.

The course runs for one term, but rather like a piece of string, it is as long as you make it: some students join for just one term whilst others have been coming for more than twenty years.

Guy Woodford has run sculpture courses at the College since 1966. He is a sculptor working in clay for casting and in stone. He also runs a Life Drawing class at South Worcestershire College. He has undertaken many commissions, specialising in figurative work, life and portraiture and particularly child portraits. He has exhibited in London, Birmingham, Hereford and Ludlow.

Model Engineering

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Making precision models using engineering practices in a relaxed and friendly class. The course will involve making working models in metal using hand and machining skills and working to fine limits. The models made are usually Steam Locomotives, Traction Engines, Petrol Engines, Clock movements and workshop Equipment.

There are no formal assessments. Many students return year after year, sometimes to continue with a project they wish to complete.

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Textiles Textile Taster

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There is much you can do with some interesting fabrics and one of these is to join our Textile Taster Day. You will make your own unique Angel and learn some embroidery stitching techniques along the way.

This could be the start of a whole new experience and give you hours of enjoyment.

Cushions and Curtains Made Easy

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On this course you will learn how to make a curtain, to include:  Measuring your windows  Cutting the fabric – Matching the pattern where appropriate  Stitching the edges  Attaching the Heading  Hemming and/or learn to make a cushion to include:  Measuring and matching up  Cutting the fabric  Stitching

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Fastenings Decorative edging

You will work on your own individual project with a tutor who will give demonstrations and lots of hints and tips on how to achieve a professional finish.

You will need to bring along your own sewing machine to the class.

Christmas Glitz

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Course Tutor: Diana Sanderson Design and make fabulous Christmas decorations using textiles and foils – basic sewing machine skills required.

Diana Sanderson is an inspiring and enthusiastic tutor who also exhibits and sells her work. She enjoys sharing her extensive knowledge of contemporary textile techniques and skills.

Exploring Pattern in Fabric Decoration

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This one day workshop will explore the creation of pattern on fabric using a range of techniques including printing and stencilling, building up layers of colour and pattern. A good follow-on course from the dye day.

Diana Sanderson is an inspiring and enthusiastic tutor who also exhibits and sells her work. She enjoys sharing her extensive knowledge of contemporary textile techniques and skills.

Exploring Textile Techniques

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A recreational class exploring a variety of creative techniques in contemporary textiles which will give students the opportunity to develop new skills. Suitable for all abilities.

Diana Sanderson is an inspiring and enthusiastic tutor who also exhibits and sells her work. She enjoys sharing her extensive knowledge of contemporary textile techniques and skills.

Learning to Sew

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This course is for anyone interested in dressmaking, whether as a beginner or just as a refresher if you already have a knowledge of dressmaking. You will learn about patterns, how to use a sewing machine and fitting skills. Students usually make a garment from scratch. You will need to bring your own sewing machine.

For further information regarding this course please contact the Part-Time Recreational Course Co-ordinator Jane Dunn on (01386) 712648 or edunn@sworcs.ac.uk who may be able to answer your query or alternatively will liaise with the course tutor on your behalf.

Make do and Mend

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On this short course you will be taught how to make adjustments to your clothes, replace zips and repair seams and hems.

There will also be a fabulous opportunity to update that piece of clothing that is sitting at the back of the wardrobe, too good to take to the charity shop but a little outdated.

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Introduction to Sewing and Garment Making

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Course Tutor: Charlotte Evans This course is aimed at beginners and improvers who wish to gain more confidence using a sewing machine. These friendly and enjoyable sessions will help you to become more familiar with the basics of machine application. Over the 10 weeks you will learn a range of sewing techniques that can be applied to many different projects. Whether you are interested in dressmaking, soft furnishing, quilting or textiles this is the course to get you started. During the course you will learn about different fabrics, needles, threads, seams, zips and finishing techniques. Either start with a new idea or bring along an unfinished project and the tutor will help you to progress.

Charlotte Evans graduated in Fashion and Costume at the University of Worcester and has over 10 years sewing experience.

City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Patchwork

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If you enjoy textiles and would like to further your patchwork and appliquĂŠ skills, this course will give you the opportunity to improve both your design, sampling and the making of individual projects.

Diana Sanderson is an inspiring and enthusiastic tutor who also exhibits and sells her work. She has taught City and Guilds for many years, and enjoys sharing her extensive knowledge of contemporary textile techniques and skills.

City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Embroidery

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This course runs across 3 terms on alternate Thursdays, for students wishing to gain a City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Embroidery. It includes design, sampling and the making of individual projects.

City and Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Embroidery (Year 2)

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Course Tutor: Caroline Park This is the second year of our design and embroidery certificate course, running on alternate weeks.

Upholstery Upholstery (including beginners)

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Course Tutor: Jeanette Mason This course is suitable for anyone wishing to learn or improve upholstery craft skills. The course will instruct students how to remove and construct upholstery on their chosen item using specialist tools. If you are a beginner the first item must be a simple dining chair or stool. Please do not remove old upholstery before commencing the course because a lot of construction knowledge is learnt at this stage. Skills learnt will include webbing, springing, stuffing and construction stitching. Each student works on their own individual item at their own pace. Beginners will take approximately one term to complete one dining chair.

Beginners will learn the skills of traditional upholstery others will continue to build on the skills already learnt. On completion you will have items completed in your own fabric choice to take home and enjoy. Hopefully you will be able to gain great satisfaction from this achievement. On completion of the course you can re-enrol and progress to a more complicated item and learn new skills. Students may re-enrol for as many terms as needed to complete their items.

Upholstery of Antique Furniture (Throckmorton)

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This course is suitable for both beginners and more experienced students. This craft is very enjoyable, interesting and rewarding, and will enable the amateur to enhance his/her home with furniture, which is both beautiful and individual. It is advisable for beginners to start on a small traditional piece of furniture (e.g. dining chair) to develop their skill before going on to larger more advanced pieces. Both traditional and modern methods will be used. Detailed instruction will cover tools, materials, filings, terms and processes. All materials for making up can be purchased from the tutor (all purchases must be paid for) Tools may be ordered from the Tutor at trade prices. Coffee and Tea is provided at all classes. A small chair or stool on which to work (not stripped) notebook, bin liner for rubbish, blanket (or similar) to protect work surface and furniture, craft knife, mallet, old screwdriver, scissors, pencil or chalk, tape measure, tough working clothes and flat shoes with good soles.

There is no formal assessment. You will achieve new skills developed to a high standard and the sense of accomplishment, which comes from producing a piece of furniture, which is unique and aesthetically pleasing. You could return for further instruction. Progression is natural as skills are achieved and extended with each more advanced piece of furniture.

For further information regarding this course please contact the Part-Time Recreational Course Co-ordinator Jane Dunn on (01386) 712648 or edunn@sworcs.ac.uk who may be able to answer your query or alternatively will liaise with the course tutor on your behalf.

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Violin Making Violin Making

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Course Tutor: Padraig O’Dubhlaoidh This is a course to suit the woodworker looking for an unusual project. Woodworking experience is desirable. Musical instruments are works of art as much as they are works of craft and tools for musicians. The finest have always been the work from one person working with their hands and this course is a study of the methods of such makers working in 17th/18th century Italy.

The syllabus will include: general woodworking methods as required, use and preparation of standard and specialist tools, timber characteristics and selection, instrument dimensions and design, string instrument acoustics and all the necessary techniques of violin making, such as wood bending, scroll carving, inlaying etc. Great satisfaction will result from working on this ambitious project. No guarantee of completion can be given, although students are given priority to re-enrol term after term.

Padraig O’Dubhlaoidh is a professionally qualified violin maker, restorer and conservator, who takes equal pride in the hand crafting of a new instrument to precise requirements, as in restoring the 'voice' of a treasured old instrument. His work has the simple aim of facilitating better music making by maximising the potential of instruments.

Woodwork Beginners Woodwork

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This course will take you through some basic woodworking techniques to include: • Cutting a square • Drilling on an angle • Sawing and planeing at an angle • Mitered angles • Mortise and tennon joints • Screwing and fixing You will be asked to bring a screwdriver, hammer, saw and small smoothing plane.

The tutor will provide some materials so that you can make a small item such as a bird table or mug tree. The cost of this is not likely to exceed £10.

Traditional Woodwork

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This course is aimed at giving you some basic experience in woodwork in the hope that you will gain confidence to undertake some DIY in the home.

Traditional Woodwork

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Course Tutor: Brian Porter This course is suitable for anyone with an interest in woodwork - Ladies and Gentlemen, young and old, beginners and experienced. Most aspects of woodworking can be covered on this course. Beginners are given individual instruction in the selection, sharpening and use of hand tools. The more experienced are assisted, as required, with selection, design and technical problems. All students are encouraged, after basic instruction, to choose their own projects. After training, woodworking machines are available for use. Instruction in woodturning is also given.

Tools and machinery are provided but students will need to provide their own materials to suit their individual projects – advice is given. Learning to work with wood is a very satisfying and useful skill. Present and past students have completed numerous projects covering some of the following: Jointed frames; Garden furniture; Children's toys; Furniture making; Rocking horses; Alterations and repairs; Workbenches; Jewellery boxes; turned bowls, lamps and boxes.

Make your own Bird Box or Garden Planter

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Course tutor: Brian Porter As the Autumn Garden Show takes place, get involved with one of our themed workshops at the Malvern campus. This is an informal, fun workshop where students have the option to make either a Bird Box or a Garden Planter.

Kit and materials are provided in the course fee and the College has a fully equipped Woodwork Room with all the necessary hand tools. However if you have hand tools of your own which you would prefer to use please feel free to bring them with you.

Furniture Restoration

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This 10 week course encompasses the history and design of English Furniture and will focus on the following periods; there will be discussion on design materials and methods of manufacturing for these periods: • Jacobean • Georgian • Regency • Modern There will be lots of demonstrations and you will learn: • Stripping and removing old finishes • Types of waxes varnishes and oils – what to use and when • French polishing You will be asked to bring along a small piece of furniture as a project for this course.

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Wood Turning (Stanton Guildhouse, Broadway)

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This wood working course caters for a wide variety of students. The course content can be tailored to the needs of experienced turners wishing to increase their skills levels as well as the absolute beginner embarking on his or her first attempts at enjoying this traditional craft. Detailed course notes and hand outs are provided so that students spend maximum amount of time actually wood turning. Course numbers are limited to eight which enables students to have access to a dedicated lathe and a full set of tools and equipment. A charge for specific or unusual materials will be levied.

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Adults can access an impartial advice and guidance service which provides free advice about learning, training and work options. If you would like to speak to an advisor please contact the Next Step advisor based at Connexions on 01386 444220 or visit the website on www.nextstepwestmidland.org.uk If you require any further advice on learning support, childcare facilities, financial support, transport or any other matter in relation to courses and programmes offered, please contact the main Reception at Malvern on (01684) 565351 or the Learner Services Team at Evesham on (01386) 712600.

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