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Join Daniel Docherty and Sheetle Shah for this practical two-day course exploring sacred pattern and the art of henna. On the first day of the course Daniel will give an overview of the practice and philosophy of Mandalas from various traditions. Participants will be introduced to certain key characteristics and significant symbolism inherent within traditional Mandalas. We will learn how to construct some of these sacred patterns using the traditional tools of compass and straightedge. Sheetle, a henna artist with 20 years of experience with this traditional art form, will guide participants through the processes of making and preparing henna paste 'from scratch'. You will learn how to apply intricate patterns to paper, hands or feet depending on your preference! Henna is a natural pigment with remarkable staining qualities. You will learn how it is traditionally applied to hands and feet during festivals and celebrations; today, henna is also applied for ‘belly blessings’, cosmetic tattoos, semi-permanent face painting, hair dye and has developed many other creative roles.

Please come along and join me at my art workshops in acrylics, linocut printing and soft pastels in the beautiful Derbyshire Peak District. Whether you are on holiday or living nearby, a novice or experienced - everyone is welcome. I am a professional artist and was a heat semi-finalist in Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year competition, I have exhibited with the Royal Society of British Artists and Royal Society of Marine Artist Mall Galleries, London. Wednesday workshops are located at my home studio. You have a choice of working in acrylics and/or mixed media, soft pastels or linocut printing. Subjects include: landscapes, still life, abstract, portraits, etc. The workshops are fun, relaxing and informative. I also hold a Saturday Art Workshops advertised on Craft Courses! I have a relaxed and informative approach to working with acrylics and mixed media and other techniques. I was a professional muralist for 11 years, specialising in trompe l'oeil (trick of the eye) techniques.  Although photo realism painting in acrylics was essential in creating a painting illusion, I have also worked more recently with impasto and mixed media using acrylics which is an enjoyable and liberating experience. I was a former member of the Association of Professional Muralists and have appeared on television and radio. I have a friendly dog called Phoebe! What's included in the price? Refreshments plus lunch included in day workshop price. The workshops are suitable for any age or experience, maximum class size of 4.  Contact Denise for a list of materials required if you are supplying your own.  Alternatively I can supply all materials for an additional £10.00 on the day. Cancellation policy Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

art classes for beginners, colour wheel creation from the 3 primary colours.

Creating shabby chic furniture workshop

Crewel embroidery, also known as Jacobean embroidery, has been practiced for centuries and remains a beautiful and practical craft used to adorn clothing, bags, boxes and much more.

Here in this Sketchbook Workshop, we believe that art should be fun and accessible to everyone. That's why we have a wide variety of materials and techniques to choose from, so you can find your own style and approach. Our workshops are centered around your interests and needs, so whether you want to learn new skills or gain inspiration for your next project, we'll help you find it. You can find inspiration in the studio or the beautiful countryside it sits in. You'll leave feeling confident to carry on at home

Journals and scrapbooks have always been a great way to record events, memories or just to develop ideas and interests. 

Our dry manicure gel polish course has been designed to teach you the essential skills that a professional nail technician should hold to provide a gel polish application. Due to the sustainability and high-gloss finish, this treatment is popular all-year-round and is sure to enhance your services skills and become a popular treatment choice for your clientele. Course Prerequisites We accept students aged 18 and over. The student must have good written and spoken English. Course structure This intensive course includes 4 hours of theory study via our e-learning portal and a day of onsite training including 5 practical hours with models. The courses are kept intimate with a maximum of 6 students in each class. Course agenda Health, safety & hygiene Consultation techniques Contraindications Dry manicure procedure to prepare the natural nail Shaping the nail and cuticle work Painting techniques Application of gel polish Removal procedure Aftercare advice Practical training Professional live demo

This is the first stage in becoming a fully qualified Beauty Therapist. You will learn about health and safety for your work area, your client and yourself. We will provide you with the skills and information on how to perform traditional and contemporary beauty therapy treatments safely and effectively, to the current industry standards.

This set of 6 morning workshops (over 6 weeks) is designed to allow you the opportunity to explore a wide range of techniques to create beautifully unique fused glass jewellery & decorative objects. After a brief introduction to the historical context and language of fused glass you will be guided through using techniques such as scoring, cutting £0& layering sheet & accessory glass, adding mica or oxide powders to create sparkle and bubbles, use of kiln carving to create subtle textures, using inclusions of wire & precious metal foils and painting or stencilling with 'glassline' paints etc. you will create at least 2 pieces per session and these will be fired and ready to add finishing touches on the subsequent session ( pieces made during the final date will be fired & finished and ready for collection after 7 days) we will mainly focus on jewellery but larger items can be made eg. Coaster, soap or trinket dishes, seasonal decoration, sun catchers, candle holders. with over 22years teaching experience you can be sure of receiving all the support, guidance and encouragement you need in order to achieve your full creative potential. admin@stratfordschoolofjewellery.co.uk