Masterful use of shape can take your work to new heights, add vitality and energy to your work with improvised free cut shapes is the goal of this workshop. Exercises will focus on sharpening your awareness of the role shape can play in your work. Ideas will be developed by using fused fabric studies. Fabric compositions will be developed using piecing and raw edge fused collage. Learn to use shape and colour confidently by fusing, appliqueing, piecing or stitching them to add movement and direction to your work. Working with a variety of shapes you will learn how to add a new graphic quality by stitching or overlapping colour to make an individual free-form composition. You may choose to work by hand or machine or both.
This two-day course, led by Natasha Mann, will introduce students to the Art of Zouaq. Zouaq is a painting technique original to Morocco which creates arresting and powerful designs. Found painted onto ceilings, doors, furniture and wooden objects it is an integral part of the decoration of private homes and sacred spaces in Morocco. Students will also be given an introduction to the history of Zouaq and its different styles. Using the traditional techniques of egg tempera painting using hand ground natural pigments from earth and minerals, participants will choose their favourite design from a portfolio of Moroccan geometric patterns (ideally drawn during the prior Moroccan Geometric Pattern course (17 Sept. 2021) to create a stunning painting on wood to take home
We've Got You Covered If you're an art and DT teacher, you know how hard it can be to find the time to keep your skills fresh. That's why we created this course: so you can learn a new skill in a day, share ideas with other teachers, and leave with valuable resources to start teaching straight away. We've got 20 years' experience of teaching kids and adults in all kinds of settings, from primary and secondary schools to adult education . We know what it takes to help people learn fast and retain their knowledge for years to come. So take advantage of our knowledge by booking the Art & Design Teacher CPD Course - Laser Craft today!
Are you ready to create enamel jewellery from scratch? You don't need any experience, and we'll guide you through everything step by step. We'll help you prepare the copper, layer powders, and glass embellishments, then fire and finish your piece to take home with you. You'll have a wide variety of jewellery types to choose from, which means endless possibilities for your own vibrant designs!
Are you an Art or Design Teacher looking to enhance your skills? Do you want to learn a new skill, share ideas with other teachers and leave with a valuable resource to start teaching straight away? If so, our Art & Design Teacher CPD Course - Pewter Casting - 1 day is perfect for you. And with 20 years experience of teaching will ensure that all the paperwork is done for you so you can concentrate on the fun bit!
We're thrilled to present our Pewter Cast Bangle Workshop. In this workshop, you'll learn how to cast your own pewter bangle and then file and polish it to make it shiny and beautiful. You'll also learn a variety of different techniques for creating different styles of jewellery, so you can carry on making the pieces at home afterwards. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced caster, we know that everyone will love this workshop!