2287 Arts & Crafts courses

In this workshop, you will learn how to create stunning acrylic paintings on wooden art panels using quality materials and a special medium. The unique aspect this class lies in the secret mixing medium and the chrome mirror marker to add a touch of elegance to your artwork. - Step by step instructions will be provided, making it easy for beginners to follow along and unleash their creativity. - You will be guided in pouring acrylic onto the wooden panel, allowing you to experiment with different techniques. - The class will the importance of using quality materials to achieve professional results. You may feel a sense of joy and accomplishment as you watch your painting come to life under the guidance of an experienced instructor. The transformative aspect of this workshop lies in the opportunity to learn a new skill and create a beautiful piece of art that you can proudly display. Embrace the process and enjoy the journey of expressing yourself through art in this engaging activity.

Train to become an arts therapist with our accredited online course. Learn techniques integrating art, music, drama and dance into therapy for healing and personal growth. Gain skills to facilitate self-expression, manage behaviors, improve cognition, and more in individuals and groups. Earn qualifications to practice arts therapies.

Learn to make addictive fabric baskets! Easy-to-follow online class for beginners and experienced sewers. Create beautiful, functional baskets with a fun and simple technique. Enjoy lifetime access to video tutorials, patterns, and support. Discover your inner crafter today!

Bring your own project to work on in the company of other crafters.  Whether you are a knitter, a crocheter, love embroidery or just need to hem a pair of trousers this weekly craft club will make making a little less solitary.  There won't be any tuition from me as such but I'd hope we can all help each other.  There will be a small charge to cover teas and coffees and possibly cake!

Join Artist, Yoga and Nia Teacher Ruth Wheeler and other inspiring Women outdoors for a series of Summer Wellness Workshops and talks.

Overview Since ancient times, ceramic has been an integral part of the artistic expression. Learn how to create breathtaking sculptures and pottery item with this ancient form of art with our Pottery And Sculpting course. This course introduces you to the tools and materials used in ceramic pottery and sculpting. The modules will teach you wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques. Then, you will learn the strategies of surface decorations and texture creation. In addition, you will learn the techniques of grazing and firing. Finally, the course will teach you the process of conducting kiln operations and safety management in the studio. So, if you are ready to embark on this artistic journey join now and start learning! Course Preview Learning Outcomes Familiarise yourself with the tools and materials used for ceramic pottery Learn a wide range of hand-building techniques Enhance your knowledge and understanding of wheel-throwing Grasp techniques for surface decorations and texture building Know the process of grazing and firing Build your expertise in kiln operations Why Take This Course From John Academy? Affordable, well-structured and high-quality e-learning study materials Engaging tutorial videos, materials from the industry-leading experts Opportunity to study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result Earn UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification Easily access the course content on mobile, tablet, or desktop from anywhere, anytime Excellent career advancement opportunities Get 24/7 student support via email. What Skills Will You Learn from This Course? Sculpting Pottery Kiln operations Who Should Take this Pottery And Sculpting Course? Whether you're an existing practitioner or an aspiring professional, this course is an ideal training opportunity. It will elevate your expertise and boost your CV with key skills and a recognised qualification attesting to your knowledge. Are There Any Entry Requirements? This Pottery And Sculpting course is available to all learners of all academic backgrounds. But learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. And a good understanding of the English language, numeracy, and ICT will be helpful. Certificate of Achievement After completing this course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates & Transcripts can be obtained either in Hardcopy at £14.99 or in PDF format at £11.99. Career Path​ This exclusive Pottery And Sculpting course will equip you with effective skills and abilities and help you explore career paths such as  Artists Pottery Instructor Sculptor Potter Module 01: Introduction to Ceramics Introduction to Ceramics 00:13:00 Module 02: Types of Clay and Materials Types of Clay and Materials 00:14:00 Module 03: Hand-building Techniques Hand-building Techniques 00:15:00 Module 04: Wheel Throwing Wheel Throwing 00:13:00 Module 05: Surface Decoration and Texture Surface Decoration and Texture 00:15:00 Module 06: Glazing and Firing Glazing and Firing 00:15:00 Module 07: Ceramic Sculpture Ceramic Sculpture 00:14:00 Module 08: Ceramic Art and Design Ceramic Art and Design 00:14:00 Module 09: Kiln Operation and Studio Safety Kiln Operation and Studio Safety 00:16:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

Join us in Kennington for an evening of vibrant artistic fun. Come to a life drawing class like no other using neon reactive arts materials to draw inspiringly colourful life models. Neon Naked will continue Covid protection actions. Changes to the workshop will be a smaller capacity, social distancing within the class, and hand sanitiser provided. If a lockdown is extended and the events are cancelled all tickets will be refunded.

This short course will help you take your images from the screen to final professional-quality prints. We will walk through the processes and techniques needed to take the mystery out of this often daunting and overlooked part of the creative process. By the end of the day you will have gained the skills and confidence to take digital files through preparation in Photoshop, optimisation, and onto physical test printing, adjustments and final output on Stills’ large format Epson inkjet printer. We’ll cover areas critical to the desired outcome including screen and print calibration, paper choice and ICC profile use. By the end of the day you will have two A3 prints on premium Hahnemule matt or gloss papers. Participants should have a basic understanding of Photoshop and attend with a selection of their own RAW files or high resolution TIFFs to work with through the practical exercises. Morning We will begin with evaluating our images and processing the file to maximise print quality output. We will then use Adobe Bridge, Adobe Camera Raw & Adobe Photoshop for the optimisation process. Participants will be guided in preparing their images ready for test printing, before evaluating and adjusting. Discussion will cover using ICC profiles, screen and print calibration, colour rendering, canvas sizing, and sharpening for final print output on various media. Afternoon We will then put the skills we have learned into practice, producing and evaluating test prints before undertaking our final A3 digital inkjet prints. Each participant will finish the session with two finished prints. There will be plenty of opportunity for participants to ask questions at every stage, so that you feel confident and can make informed decisions throughout the whole process. This course is designed for those who are already familiar with some digital photography processes but who want to pursue a particular aspect and develop skills in a specific genre. It is the perfect follow-on from our Digital SLR training courses and will support you in building upon your existing knowledge and allow you to work confidently on your own projects.   Courses are subject to minimum enrolment. Please register early, within five days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation. Please read our cancellation policy before booking. Students, anyone over the age of 65, and those in receipt of any form of benefits can claim the concessionary price, offering a 10% discount on the full course price. Valid proof of eligibility must be produced on the first day of the course. Please use the code CONCESSION when prompted at checkout.

The comprehensive Essential Watercolour Painting: Boats and Water has been designed by industry experts to provide learners with everything they need to enhance their skills and knowledge in their chosen area of study. Enrol on the Essential Watercolour Painting: Boats and Water today, and learn from the very best the industry has to offer! This best selling Essential Watercolour Painting: Boats and Water has been developed by industry professionals and has already been completed by hundreds of satisfied students. This in-depth Essential Watercolour Painting: Boats and Water is suitable for anyone who wants to build their professional skill set and improve their expert knowledge. The Essential Watercolour Painting: Boats and Water is CPD-accredited, so you can be confident you're completing a quality training course will boost your CV and enhance your career potential. The Essential Watercolour Painting: Boats and Water is made up of several information-packed modules which break down each topic into bite-sized chunks to ensure you understand and retain everything you learn. After successfully completing the Essential Watercolour Painting: Boats and Water, you will be awarded a certificate of completion as proof of your new skills. If you are looking to pursue a new career and want to build your professional skills to excel in your chosen field, the certificate of completion from the Essential Watercolour Painting: Boats and Water will help you stand out from the crowd. You can also validate your certification on our website. We know that you are busy and that time is precious, so we have designed the Essential Watercolour Painting: Boats and Water to be completed at your own pace, whether that's part-time or full-time. Get full course access upon registration and access the course materials from anywhere in the world, at any time, from any internet-enabled device.  Our experienced tutors are here to support you through the entire learning process and answer any queries you may have via email.

The comprehensive Watercolour Painting Course: Beach Landscapes has been designed by industry experts to provide learners with everything they need to enhance their skills and knowledge in their chosen area of study. Enrol on the Watercolour Painting Course: Beach Landscapes today, and learn from the very best the industry has to offer! This best selling Watercolour Painting Course: Beach Landscapes has been developed by industry professionals and has already been completed by hundreds of satisfied students. This in-depth Watercolour Painting Course: Beach Landscapes is suitable for anyone who wants to build their professional skill set and improve their expert knowledge. The Watercolour Painting Course: Beach Landscapes is CPD-accredited, so you can be confident you're completing a quality training course will boost your CV and enhance your career potential. The Watercolour Painting Course: Beach Landscapes is made up of several information-packed modules which break down each topic into bite-sized chunks to ensure you understand and retain everything you learn. After successfully completing the Watercolour Painting Course: Beach Landscapes, you will be awarded a certificate of completion as proof of your new skills. If you are looking to pursue a new career and want to build your professional skills to excel in your chosen field, the certificate of completion from the Watercolour Painting Course: Beach Landscapes will help you stand out from the crowd. You can also validate your certification on our website. We know that you are busy and that time is precious, so we have designed the Watercolour Painting Course: Beach Landscapes to be completed at your own pace, whether that's part-time or full-time. Get full course access upon registration and access the course materials from anywhere in the world, at any time, from any internet-enabled device.  Our experienced tutors are here to support you through the entire learning process and answer any queries you may have via email.