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Do you have lots of scraps of fabric or old favourite clothes sitting in your cupboards? Learn how to use Bondaweb to turn them into collages, which can be made into brooches, pictures, book covers, lavender bags – in fact anything you like! Materials will be provided but you can bring your own fabric too. Tea, coffee, biscuits and materials are supplied and included in the cost of the workshop.

About this event This portrait class will provide you with all you need to start drawing from a sitter including paper, pencils and tuition. More experienced artists/portraitists are welcome to attend and bring any specific materials they prefer to work in. Please arrive at 4pm, Model will start at 4.15pm precisely. 5 minute walk from Foregate Street Station. Worcester. FaceBook - @woodrawschool Twitter - @JainMcKay Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/worcesterdrawingschool Refund Policy Contact the organiser to request a refund.

Sketchbook club, social and creative meet up.

Love ceramics and want to learn more about sculpture? Join these fortnightly sessions and learn the principles of building with clay; using ‘Slab’ @Coi’ and fine modelling techniques to produce figurative work. This will include an exploration of clay thickness; consistency; strength; shrinkage and using supports. Clay costs included in the session, but should you wish your piece to be fired there will be a small additional charge.

Course Summary Elevate Your Manual Therapy Skills: Advance Your Massage Practice! Take your massage therapy to the next level with this intensive one-day CPD course focused on powerful and effective advanced techniques. Led by Registered Osteopath Becky Tyler, you’ll gain proficiency in Muscle Energy Techniques (METs) including Post-Isometric Relaxation (PIR) and Reciprocal Inhibition (RI), Pin and Stretch, Cross Fibre Frictions, Trigger Point Therapy, and Myofascial Release. This course is essential for therapists seeking to address deeper tissue restrictions, improve client outcomes, and expand their therapeutic toolkit. Invest in your skills and transform your practice! Course Content Muscle Energy Techniques (METs): Understand the neurophysiological principles of Post-Isometric Relaxation (PIR) and Reciprocal Inhibition (RI). Learn precise application of PIR for lengthening hypertonic muscles and restoring range of motion, and effective use of RI to relax target muscles via antagonists. Develop skills in assessing and applying METs appropriately for various musculoskeletal imbalances. Pin and Stretch: Explore the impact of fascial restrictions on movement and pain. Learn effective tissue anchoring through precise pinning techniques and the art of combining pinning with dynamic stretching to release deep fascia and improve tissue glide. Discover strategic ways to integrate Pin and Stretch into your massage routines. Cross Fibre Frictions: Understand the physiological effects of breaking down adhesions, stimulating healing, and realigning tissue fibres. Learn correct hand positioning, pressure modulation, and rhythm for effective application on tendons, ligaments, and muscles. Determine appropriate indications and contraindications for safe and beneficial use. Trigger Point Therapy: Gain a deeper understanding of the formation, referral patterns, and perpetuating factors of myofascial trigger points. Refine your palpation skills for accurate location and assessment. Learn a range of advanced release methods beyond sustained pressure, including ischaemic compression with movement and stripping techniques, and how to seamlessly integrate trigger point work into your treatments. Myofascial Release: Explore the interconnectedness of fascia and its impact on pain and movement. Learn various direct and indirect hands-on techniques for addressing global fascial restrictions. Discover how to effectively blend myofascial techniques with other massage modalities for comprehensive client care. Integrating Advanced Techniques: This section covers practical strategies and considerations for safely and effectively incorporating these advanced techniques into your existing massage protocols. We only have small numbers on all our courses ensuring you have plenty of time with Becky to really develop your technique and feel confident in offering this technique to your patients. We pride ourselves on always being there ready to help and offer advise not only during the course but after as well, all you need to do is ask! Who can attend Physiotherapists Osteopaths Chiropractors Acupuncturists Manual Therapists Sports Therapists Sports Massage Therapists We may ask you to provide a copy of your qualification. Assessment Observation during the course day

About this event 2 hours 30 minutes Mobile eTicket These classes are designed to help you to improve your drawing and attack it with confidence and not timidly. This week will concentrate on the Still Life Genre. Refund Policy Contact the organiser to request a refund.

About this event A life drawing class from a nude model, we try to alternate between male and female but this isn't always possible. Suitable for beginners and the more experienced. Basic materials available. Bring your own if you would like to work in a specific medium. 2 hour drawing time. View other classes @ FaceBook - @woodrawschool Twitter - @JainMcKay  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/worcesterdrawingschool Refund Policy Contact the organiser to request a refund.

About this event This class is going to look at portrait painting using photographs to explore how to achieve volume, we are currently working in Grisaille (many greys) and will go on to look at glazing and flesh tones in the upcoming months. This class has no model and intends to give some experience before moving on to the model. Please bring a canvas or board. It is also good to have your own paint brushes if possible. Some boards and canvas's are available to purchase if you are unable to get one in advance The works has boards, brushes and canvas for a few pounds. See previous classes @ FaceBook - @woodrawschool Twitter - @JainMcKay  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/worcesterdrawingschool Refund Policy Contact the organiser to request a refund.

Join me at the Big Penny Social for a special evening of hand stitching. I will take you through the very cool technique of chickenscratch embroidery, which is done on gingham fabric with normnal embroidery threads. Simple techniques can be combined in endless ways and colours to adorn clothes, homewares, notebook covers, all kinds.

Love Lino: Festive cards and Gift Tags