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In this morning session, you will create your very own set of 3 silver stacking rings. You will learn how to calculate your finger size, solder, form the metal, and texture and polish the silver to create your lovely stack of rings. You can decide on their design to create your own individual set. This is an excellent starting project for a beginner. For those with more experience, it is an opportunity to develop your skills further. WHEN: Saturday 17th August 10-1pm WHERE:  Workshop 925 based at The Mayford Centre, just outside of Woking and very close to Guildford. Unit F9 The Mayford Centre, Mayford Green Woking, Surrey  GU22 0PP TUTOR: Kirsten Hendrich WHAT DOES THE DAY INVOLVE? In this afternoon session, you will create your very own set of 3 silver stacking rings. You will learn how to calculate your finger size, solder, form the metal, and texture and polish the silver to create your lovely stack of rings. You can decide on their design to create your own individual set. This is an excellent starting project for a beginner. For those with more experience, it is an opportunity to develop your skills further. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: None, all abilities are welcomed. Our small classes mean we are able to provide each student with the support they require. Students must be 16+ CLASS SIZE: 7 WHAT IS INCLUDED? All tools and consumables are supplied The cost of this course includes materials. YOU WILL BE PROVIDED WITH: Two 7.5 cm lengths 2mm silver sterling round wire One 7.5 cm length 2mm beaded silver sterling wire If you wish to purchase additional silver to create more rings (should time allow), we stock silver which you are able to purchase on the day. WHAT TO BRING: For safety reasons, during each class, you are required to wear appropriate footwear, we request that no open toed shoes are worn within Workshop 925. Long hair should also be tied back when working with the equipment. You may also wish to bring a notebook. We have handouts for many demonstrations, but there are always many tips and tricks given verbally by the tutor, which some might like to keep note of. PAYMENT OPTIONS: You can pay via our website or in our workshop in person using our card machine. If you prefer to pay directly, you can email us on hello@workshop925.com and we can invoice you manually to arrange a bank transfer. For classes over £80, instalment options are also available. Please email us on hello@workshop925.com to arrange. Gift Voucher – if you have a voucher to redeem, please email us before booking on hello@workshop925.com Please check your dates carefully before booking a class as we are unable to offer refunds. See our Terms & Conditions for full details.

In this afternoon session, you will create your very own set of 3 silver stacking rings. You will learn how to calculate your finger size, solder, form the metal, and texture and polish the silver to create your lovely stack of rings. You can decide on their design to create your own individual set. This is an excellent starting project for a beginner. For those with more experience, it is an opportunity to develop your skills further. WHEN: Saturday 17th August 2-5pm WHERE:  Workshop 925 based at The Mayford Centre, just outside of Woking and very close to Guildford. Unit F9 The Mayford Centre, Mayford Green Woking, Surrey  GU22 0PP TUTOR: Kirsten Hendrich WHAT DOES THE DAY INVOLVE? In this afternoon session, you will create your very own set of 3 silver stacking rings. You will learn how to calculate your finger size, solder, form the metal, and texture and polish the silver to create your lovely stack of rings. You can decide on their design to create your own individual set. This is an excellent starting project for a beginner. For those with more experience, it is an opportunity to develop your skills further. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: None, all abilities are welcomed. Our small classes mean we are able to provide each student with the support they require. Students must be 16+ CLASS SIZE: 7 WHAT IS INCLUDED? All tools and consumables are supplied The cost of this course includes materials. YOU WILL BE PROVIDED WITH: Two 7.5 cm lengths 2mm silver sterling round wire One 7.5 cm length 2mm beaded silver sterling wire If you wish to purchase additional silver to create more rings (should time allow), we stock silver which you are able to purchase on the day. WHAT TO BRING: For safety reasons, during each class, you are required to wear appropriate footwear, we request that no open toed shoes are worn within Workshop 925. Long hair should also be tied back when working with the equipment. You may also wish to bring a notebook. We have handouts for many demonstrations, but there are always many tips and tricks given verbally by the tutor, which some might like to keep note of. PAYMENT OPTIONS: You can pay via our website or in our workshop in person using our card machine. If you prefer to pay directly, you can email us on hello@workshop925.com and we can invoice you manually to arrange a bank transfer. For classes over £80, instalment options are also available. Please email us on hello@workshop925.com to arrange. Gift Voucher – if you have a voucher to redeem, please email us before booking on hello@workshop925.com Please check your dates carefully before booking a class as we are unable to offer refunds. See our Terms & Conditions for full details.

With Sarah Hannah Introduction Looking to film a fresh scene for your acting showreel but want to improve your confidence on camera before shooting? Look no further! Join our weekend intensive screen acting course designed to push you further, increase your knowledge, and elevate your screen acting techniques. Meet Your Tutor Sarah Hannah Actress, Acting and Audition Coach Sarah Hannah is a highly experienced Professional Actress, Acting and Audition Coach. Bringing her extensive experience of working on stage and on screen, Sarah will focus on enhancing your presence on camera and cover the technical skills required of a professional screen actor. Course Outline This immersive experience goes beyond the basics, increasing your knowledge and enhancing your toolbox of screen acting techniques. Following a day of filming with a professional crew, you’ll receive a digital copy of your edited scene—an impressive addition to your showreel, showcasing your refined skills. This course is suitable if you have had previous acting training are a drama school graduate or professional actor. Additional Information Features Suitable if you are (17 yrs+) and have had previous acting training, drama school graduate or professional actor Attracts a varied age range from 17 yrs+. International Students Welcome The course is taught in English, so it is important that you have proficient English language skills Small Class Size Create a truthful and technically confident on screen performance In-depth exploration of screen acting techniques Film a scene that will be edited for your acting showreel Suitable follow-on course if you have completed our Crash Course Weekend Beginners Course Learning Outcomes Create a truthful and technically confident on screen performance In-depth exploration of screen acting techniques Film a scene that will be edited for your acting showreel Improve your collaboration skills within a group Course Location Actors Studio, Pinewood Studios, Pinewood Road, Iver Heath, Buckinghamshire, SL0 0NH Free parking available at Pinewood Studios Nearest Train Stations: Uxbridge Tube Station, Slough and Gerrards Cross. Transfer from station to Pinewood Studios – 10 minutes Coffee shop on site (may not be open at weekends) Excellent transport links from London

In this half day class you will enjoy an introductory talk all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to how to make the best pizzas ever.

This is course will give you EVERYTHING you need to become a VTCT Level 4 Qualified Skin Specialist. Why do you need THIS course? Previously the beauty industry had very lax regulation and you could start your business with just CPD accreditation. However, insurance companies, professional skin care brands and professional equipment providers are now looking for qualifications like VTCT as these are a set standard that require assignments and exams at a very minimum of Level 2 and in most cases Level 3. The Level 4 qualifications have been developed as a result of a move towards regulating non-medical aesthetic therapies to ensure practitioner knowledge, client care and safety is at the forefront of all advanced non-medical aesthetic treatments offered by therapists. You will gain ofQual regulated qualifications in the following; Level 3 Access to Aesthetic Therapies- This has Level 2 Facial Therapy within it making the course suitable for complete beginner. Full content list is below. Level 4 Dermaplaning Level 4 Chemical Skin Peeling Level 4 Skin Needling (Nano Needling will be included at NO EXTRA COST) Level 4 Award In Facial Anatomy & Physiology at no extra cost. Full details can be found here Please confirm dates and availability with us prior to purchasing Who Is This Course Suitable For? This course is perfect for those who are beginners with no experience. However, the course can be tailored for those who have partial qualifications/ accreditation and would like to become a qualified Level 4 practitioner. Course Content You will cover; VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Certificate in Access to Aesthetic Therapies This qualification is based on the National Occupational Standards (NOS) for relevant principles of beauty therapy and includes all the required elements to achieve a measurable and comparable qualification, which will facilitate further and additional study at levels 4 and above. Learners must achieve all mandatory units which include a combination of level 2 and 3 units; – Health and safety – Facial therapy – Consultation and client care – Anatomy, physiology and pathology – Electrical therapies- microdermabrasion, galvanic, high frequency, microcurrent, lymphatic drainage LED light therapy will be added on at NO EXTRA COST Throughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology and health and safety pertaining to level 2 and 3 therapies. They will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to consult with clients and analyse their skin to help facilitate the provision of facial therapies. In parallel, learners will develop their communication and customer service skills, all of which are valued highly by employers. Level 4 Facial Anatomy & Physiology– (standalone qualification is £330- as part of this course it is included for NO EXTRA COST) The aim of the Focus Awards Level 4 Award in Facial Anatomy and Physiology (RQF) is to provide learners with the knowledge and understanding of the anatomy and physiology associated with the facial area. Course content; -Understand facial anatomy and physiology -Understand associated pathologies -Understand skin disorders, injuries and conditions Level 4 Qualifications; Level 4 Dermaplaning Level 4 Chemical Skin Peeling Level 4 Skin Needling (Nano Needling will be included at NO EXTRA COST) A full start up equipment kit will be available to purchase on training. Details will be provided upon booking. Course Duration & Cost You will be registered onto online portal with easy access for viewing of tutorials reducing time in the centre. You will be required to do home study of treatment theory as well as assignments before you attend the practical training. This will allow more time to work on models and get hands on experience. You will be required to be in the centre for 3 intensive practical days £4800 Individually courses will cost you £5326 saving you £526! Why Choose Us? This course will allow you to offer the most on trend and in demand treatments that are results driven. The key to a successful business is to offer services that clients will want to keep coming back for. All of the treatments within this diploma have proven results which will support you in customer retention. We do not offer online courses for treatments that require the skill that can only be performed in front an experienced trainer. We ensure we offer a practical course that allows you to work on 2 models per treatment. We want you to be confident in the skill so you can start your business straight away. We are not an Academy and we take pride in this. This means we offer more than just training you in a skill. We understand how difficult and overwhelming it can be to start a new business and our ethos is to provide guidance and support to get you started. All our sessions have an option of 1-2-1 sessions for a personalised experience and have a maximum of 4 students per session. Your journey with us doesn’t end in the practical training session. When you train with Elixir Skin Training you become a part of our brand. We stay in touch with all our graduates and provide that motivation to get you going, which you will not find in large Academies. Quality of training is important but so is what comes after- we support you in every aspect because we want to see you build your business. Categories: Advanced Skin Care Courses, Combined Courses, ofqual, Training

Spend a day creating experimental textiles with Jayne Emerson using soluble fabrics and gelli plate printing. Permission granted to make a mess and have fun!

Come join us at The Boardwalk for an exciting watercolour workshop with the talented artist, Robert Wilson! This event is perfect for beginners and seasoned painters alike. Get ready to unleash your creativity and learn new techniques in a relaxed and supportive environment. In this class, we'll guide you through various techniques, from mastering vibrant colours to capturing the essence of a scene. Don't worry if you're new to watercolours - our warm and uplifting atmosphere will alleviate any fears and make you feel right at home. 26th April 2024 - Learn hot to paint a stunning Scottish landscape 29th April 2024 - Create a mesmerising portrait with a moody atmosphere Times: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (including a 1-hour lunch break) Download brochure [here] Our experienced art tutor, Robert Wilson, will provide step-by-step guidance, demonstrating how to achieve beautiful effects with watercolours. You'll also receive expert tips on composition, shading, and brush techniques. We'll provide all the necessary materials. You only need to bring your own paper/canvas, your lunch and your enthusiasm! By the end of the watercolour painting workshop in Glasgow, you'll walk away with newfound skills, cherished memories and fresh inspiration to continue your artistic journey! Don't miss out on this opportunity to dive into the wonderful world of watercolours with a group of like-minded individuals. See you there!

This all-inclusive crochet escape will immerse you in a world that you’ll love!  Relax and enjoy a weekend of laughter, great food, and lots of crochet!

A dressmaking day at Stitching Kitchen learn to fit trousers with Emma Smith

Adobe After Effects CC is the industry leader in video compositing software, offering an exciting and versatile array of applications for the creation of professional moving image work. On this course you will learn a range of visual effects and animation techniques, working between Photoshop and After Effects to create videos which explore text based motion graphics, character animation, green-screen compositing, 3D landscapes, motion tracking and lots more in-between. Alongside technical exercises the tutor will screen and discuss relevant artists, designers and filmmakers, providing both the technical skills and inspiration to create your own professional motion graphics work, filmic special effects or experimental artists video. Computer experience is required. Week 1 This week we will create a short video that combines text, still image and video layers. Through this exercise you will learn how to: Navigate the workspace on After Effects Set up a project and select a video format Introduce video to the timeline and split layers Change the position and scale of layers Introduce basic text Use selections in Photoshop to create a still image composition Import this composition into After Effects to create a composite video. Week 2 This week we will look at basic animation techniques. Through a series of exercises, you will learn how to: Use Photoshop to great multi-layered elements for animation Import these Photoshop elements into After Effects Work with key-frames and interpolation Add motion blur Duplicate and pre-compose animated elements Create a parallax effect to give the illusion of depth Apply blending modes Work with the puppet tool to create moving joints for an animated character Week 3 This week we will look at converting 2D photographs into a 3D virtual space to provide depth and movement. Through a series of exercises, you will learn how to: Convert a 2D image into a 3D space Set up a multi-layered diorama in Photoshop Import this into After Effects and position the layers within 3D space Create an animated camera move through 3D space Apply depth of field Week 4 This week we will look at working with green-screen compositing to place a live action figure within an animated backdrop. Through a series of exercises, you will learn how to: Work with the Keylight filter Adjust colour balance and tone Composite the figure against an animated background Introduce shadows and highlights Use the green-screen figure to create a silhouette Week 5 This week we will look at applying masks to footage to create cutouts, as well as exploring different applications for effects. Through a series of exercises, you will learn how to: Work with masks Use the Roto-mask tool Apply time re-mapping Work with ‘Particle Playground’ and similar effects Week 6 This week we will look at working with the paint panel to create animated drawings, as well as using motion tracking to attach a text element to a moving point within a video clip. Finally, we will cover how to output your final project, adding sound effects and applying a basic edit. Through a series of exercises, you will learn how to: Create text based motion graphics (kinetic typography) Apply motion tracking to live action footage Render your project Add sound to your video   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.