Name: Construction Project Manager 2 Days Training in Edinburgh
Price: 1195 GBP
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Edinburgh

<h1 dir="ltr" id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Course Overview:</h1>This training based on leading teams will help you to develop anyone that leads a team or is involved in a leadership role. It is also useful for those that are about to embark on a position of leadership or need to develop their leadership skills.Course Contents:Having an effective team around you is crucial. However, it is an area that is often left to chance, which can lead to de-motivated individuals that do not feel part of the business and consequently do not perform. This course looks at what it takes to lead an effective team and how you can get the best out of the people in it by understanding the role of the leader, both personally and from the point of view of the team.Course Topics:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Qualities of an Effective Leader&nbsp;&ndash; Identifying the key characteristics of effective leaders, rating themselves against them and establishing key actions to develop the skills.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Leader or Manager?&nbsp;&ndash; Establishing the difference between the two and comparing themselves to those qualities.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">That Vision Thing&nbsp;&ndash; Making the business vision &lsquo;live&rsquo; for the team by answering key questions.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Developing Your Team Goals&nbsp;&ndash; Reviewing an action plan that develops clear goals for their team based on the business vision.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Motivation&nbsp;&ndash; Determining the &lsquo;Why&rsquo; for their staff and developing an understanding of emotions in a business context.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">What Motivates?&nbsp;&ndash; Looking at specific motivators for individuals and understanding that everyone is motivated by different things.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Being Consistently Different&nbsp;&ndash; Going against popular leadership theory and identifying that each staff member needs to be treated differently.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Dealing With Difficult Team Members&nbsp;&ndash; Understanding why team members are difficult. Looking at different behavior types and strategies for responding to them. Also, realizing that &lsquo;difficult&rsquo; behavior sometimes has its benefits.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Coaching&nbsp;&ndash; Using a simple method of coaching, including action plans.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Three Key Skills of Coaching&nbsp;&ndash; Looking at the skills required to be an effective coach.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Instant Results Coaching&nbsp;&ndash; Coaching in a hurry!</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Can Do Coaching Practice&nbsp;&ndash; Putting the learning into practice</li></ul>Course Feature:By the end of this training you will be able to:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Explain the qualities of an effective leader</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Benchmark themselves against those qualities and develop actions to improve</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Explain the difference between leading and managing</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Explain the value of sharing the business vision with the team</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Develop team goals based on the business vision</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Motivate their staff by understanding their drivers and developing actions to support them</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Deal with difficult staff members</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Challenge staff in a meaningful and effective way</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Coach staff effectively using a simple process</li></ul>Certification:Once after the training you receive course completion certificate from MangatesWho can Attend?Anybody who is interested in learning Effective Skills to Lead a Team.

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Language: English
Duration: 1 Day | Credits: 8 PDUs
Course Delivery: Classroom | Virtual Live
Lunch and Beverages are included in a classroom session

Course Overview:
Disagreements, differences of opinion and conflicting perspectives on key issues inevitably arise in any context where people are working together.
Research has shown that workplace conflicts can become highly destructive. Negative emotions may be stirred up, poisoning team morale, creating stress and destroying relationships.
Conflict may emerge between managers and their staff, between team members or departments.
Conflict may be expressed openly, but it may also be hidden, in the form of irritation, resentment, loss of morale and lack of commitment. Hidden conflict is easy to miss and therefore can be particularly damaging.
Ultimately, this is likely to have an adverse effect on team and company performance, costing time and money.
It is therefore vital to manage conflict constructively.
As a team member and leader, your ability to deal with and resolve conflicts defines your success in the longer term.
Our one day workshop in Conflict Management and Communication Skills immerses you in the most advanced conflict management tools, strategies and practices applicable today. You will gain hands-on practice on proven frameworks, go through simulations and exercises that will train you to be a highly effective professional and leader, starting day one.
Target Audience:
Anybody who is interested in learning Conflict Management Skills

Learning Objectives:
Getting a handle on and gaining insights into your conflict management style through self-assessments (TKI®).
Role playing to practice techniques and new skills in a safe environment.
Proven best practices for approaching conflict management.
Practices for resolving conflict as a third party mediator.
Scientifically validated frameworks on effective communication in stressful situations.
Transferring your learning back to your work environment using job aids, templates and other resources.
How Will You Benefit?
Build trust and credibility with colleagues and team members
Leverage potential conflict situations as opportunities for critical conversations that enhance work relationships.
Gain confidence in holding difficult conversations calmly and assertively.
Manage difficult situations proactively.
Increase your effectiveness in managing conflict.
See growth in your overall performance
Agenda:
Science behind workplace conflicts
Understanding Human Behavior
Different Personality Types
Conflict Management Styles
Conflict Management Strategies
Workplace Conflicts
Conflict Resolution Agreements
Working with difficult people
Relationship and reputation management
Certification:
Once after the training we will provide you with the course completion certificate.

Mangates

Conflict Management

Conflict Management 1 Day Training in Edinburgh

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Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Language: English
Duration: 1 Day | Credits: 8 PDUs
Course Delivery: Classroom | Virtual Live
Lunch and Beverages are included in a classroom session
Course Overview:
Events do not just happen, they take time to plan, develop, and create. This workshop is designed to give your participants the tools needed to host a great event. They will touch on planning and administrative techniques that will give them the confidence to run an engaging event that will leave a positive and lasting impression on each attendee.
With our Event Planning workshop y,our participants will explore ways to work with vendors, security, technicians, and wait staff. They will touch on different event types such as awards ceremonies, charity events, and business conferences. By utilizing the correct skill set you will be provided the details to pull off a successful event.
Target Audience:
Anybody who is interested in learning Event Planning Skills
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the course, participants will be able to understand:
Types of Events
Brainstorming
Types of Entertainment
Support Staff
Technical Staff
Vendors
Finalize the Plan
Administrative Tasks
Get Organized
Post Event Activities
Wrapping Up
Agenda:
Module One: Types of Events
Awards
Charity
Conferences and Seminar
Holiday
Case Study
Module One: Review Questions
Module Two: Brainstorming
Determine the Event’s Purpose
Determine a Theme
Write Down & Review Ideas
Determine a Date
Case Study
Module Two: Review Questions
Module Three: Types of Entertainment
Games
Activities
Speakers
Performers
Case Study
Module Three: Review Questions
Module Four: Support Staff
Security
Valet
Wait Staff
Clean up Crew
Case Study
Module Four: Review Questions
Module Five: Technical Staff
Visual Technician (lighting)
Media Technician (website, Facebook, etc.)
Audio Technician (Sound)
Specialized Electrical Equipment Technician (for performers)
Case Study
Module Five: Review Questions
Module Six: Vendors
Food
Equipment
Decorations and Furnishing
Photography/ Video
Case Study
Module Six: Review Questions
Module Seven: Finalize the Plan
Venue
Registration
Entertainment
Cuisine and Decor
Case Study
Module Seven: Review Questions
Module Eight: Administrative Tasks
Create a Budget
Branding and Marketing
Insurance and Permits
Contracts (for event staff, entertainment, rentals, and vendors)
Case Study
Module Eight: Review Questions
Module Nine: Get Organized
Form a Team
Timeline
Checklists
Backup Plans
Case Study
Module Nine: Review Questions
Module Ten: Post Event Activities
Survey
Share Media (photos and video)
Send Thank you Notes
Start planning the Next Event!
Case Study
Module Ten: Review Questions
Module Eleven: Wrapping Up
Words From The Wise
Review Of The Parking Lot
Lessons Learned
Recommended Reading
Completion Of Action Plans And Evaluations

Event Planning 1 Day Training in Edinburgh

The Ultimate Guide to Event Planning - 1 Day Workshop in Edinburgh

Course Overview:According to a 1973 survey by the Sunday Times of London, 41% of people list public speaking as their biggest fear. Forget small spaces, darkness, and spiders, standing up in front of a crowd and talking is far more terrifying for most people. Through this workshop you will become more confident and relaxed in front of an audience which will translate into a successful speaking event.However, mastering this fear and getting comfortable speaking in public can be a great ego booster, not to mention a huge benefit to your career. The Public Speaking workshop will give participants some public speaking skills, including in-depth information on developing an engaging program and delivering their presentation with power.Learning Objectives:Inside This Training, You&#39;ll Learn<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Completely remove your stage fear and become a dynamic speaker</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Raise your confidence up to a level you never thought to be possible!</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Deeper insights into group dynamics</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Presentation design, skills &amp; styles</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Tools to get your audience to say yes to you</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Advanced new behavior patterns required for public speaking</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Control time for effective training</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Secrets of mind control techniques</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Develop your personal winning style</li></ul>Prerequisites:NoneCourse Materials:Attendees will receive a course manual with presentation slides and reference materials.Agenda:Module One: Identifying Your Audience<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Performing a Needs Analysis</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Creating an Audience Profile</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Identifying Key Questions and Concerns</li></ul>Module Two: Creating a Basic Outline<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Outlining the Situation</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Identifying the Task That Had to Be Performed</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Listing the Actions You Took</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Revealing the Results</li></ul>Module Three: Organizing the Program<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Making Organization Easy</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Organizational Methods</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Classifying and Categorizing</li></ul>Module Four: Fleshing It Out<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Identifying Appropriate Sources</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Establishing Credibility</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">The Importance of Citations</li></ul>Module Five: Putting It All Together<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;Writing Your Presentation</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Adding a Plan B</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Reviewing, Editing, and Rewriting</li></ul>Module Six: Being Prepared<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Checking Out the Venue</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Gathering Materials</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">A 24 Hour Checklist</li></ul>Module Seven: Overcoming Nervousness<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">A Visit from the Boss</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Preparing Mentally</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Physical Relaxation Techniques</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Appearing Confident in Front of the Crowd (Even If You Don&acirc;&euro;&trade;t Feel That Way)</li></ul>Module Eight: Delivering Your Speech (I)<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Starting Off on the Right Foot</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Using Visual Aids</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Checking the Volume of Your Voice</li></ul>Module Nine: Delivering Your Speech (II)<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Adjusting on the Fly</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Gauging Whether Breaks Are Required</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Wrapping Up and Winding Down</li></ul>Module Ten: Questions and Answers<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Ground Rules</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Answering Questions That Sound Like an Attack</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Dealing with Complex Questions</li></ul>Module Eleven: Wrapping Up<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Words from the Wise</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Review of Parking Lot</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Lessons Learned</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations</li></ul>Target Audience:Anybody who is interested in Public Speaking Skills.Technical Requirements:For eBooks:Internet for downloading the eBookLaptop, tablet, Smartphone, eReader (No Kindle)Adobe DRM supported software (e.g. Digital Editions, Bluefire Reader)eBook download and activation instructions

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Language: English
Duration: 1 Day | Credits: 8 PDUs
Course Delivery: Classroom | Virtual Live
Lunch and Beverages are included in a classroom session
Course Overview:
This networking skills training will help you to build a professional reputation and develop a network of connections through the two key methods available to you; face-to-face and online.
You will discover how to effectively combine these two approaches and create a strategy for networking success that will generate your own community and actively grow your personal network. This will result in an improved performance in your approach to networking and consequently provide opportunities and prospects that will increase your business success.
The training provides you with the tools and techniques to both plan a successful, strategic approach to networking and develop your personal communication skills, which will ensure you build effective business relationships.
Course Contents:
Effective Networking Strategies and Techniques – Business Networking Training
Networking has become a crucial factor in the modern workplace. It is the most effective method of developing your business or career and is a key component of your personal brand. You need to be able to build strong business relationships, develop a level of personal credibility and increase your network of contacts in order to enhance your visibility and create opportunities for yourself and your organisation.
Perhaps you’re looking to improve the networking performance of a management or sales team. Or you want to include networking skills training as part of management and leadership training programmes. Whatever your need, We provide you with a comprehensive networking skills training course to make your life easy.
This business networking training is aimed at helping you develop your business or career. You will help ensure you have the skills, knowledge and techniques to develop a joined-up networking strategy that gets you the outcomes you want.
You will also be encouraged to develop the correct behaviours and attitudes to help build your visibility and credibility through networking so that you develop strong working relationships that last.
Course Topics:
Why Network? – Establishing the importance of networking with some shocking statistics and an activity that defines the importance of networking to the individual. This is followed by some insight into the key aims of a networking strategy, what puts people off as well as some personal revelations about networking
Increase Your Business Presence – Looking at the components of a strong business presence, including; credibility, personal brand, visibility and social capital.
Developing a Networkers Attitude – An exercise that clarifies the perfect attitudes and behaviours of great networkers and comparing the participants against this. Thus identifying areas for development.
Face to Face Networking – An overview and insight into the main types of face to face networking opportunities available with the benefits and pitfalls of each.
Online Networking – An overview of the different social media and online networking tools and how to get the best out of them. Includes; LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and online forums.
Communication Skills for Networking Success – Ensuring a good first impression, creating an opening sound bite and writing an online profile that promotes and engages.
Developing a Conversation – Building on the opening sound bite and developing a conversation through good questioning techniques and following a selection of key networking rules. Including an activity to test and practice the skills.
Working a Room – A fun activity that embeds and develops learning while encouraging practice and communication. This activity covers 10 of the main skills required to work a room.
Breaking into a Group – Identifying body language to spot when a group or pair is open to new people entering the conversation or would rather not encourage participation. Knowing how to break into a group, what to say and how to remain professional.
Exiting a Conversation – Developing some techniques to extricate oneself from a conversation without causing embarrassment or rudeness.
The Follow Up – Using a structure to identify the most important contacts created and establishing when and how to follow up with each group. Includes example follow up email and a chance to develop their own.
Creating a Network Plan – Participants are provided with a networking action plan to review and complete. This sets them on the journey of developing their networking skills and ensures they have a strategy and goals to target.
This training is highly interactive and includes lots of activities and exercises to stimulate discussion and develop learning opportunities.
Networking has become a crucial factor in the modern workplace. It is the most effective method of developing your business or career and is a key component of your personal brand. You need to be able to build strong business relationships, develop a level of personal credibility and increase your network of contacts in order to enhance your visibility and create opportunities for yourself and your organisation.
Perhaps you’re looking to improve the networking performance of a management or sales team. Or you want to include networking skills training as part of management and leadership training programmes. Whatever your need, We will provide you with a comprehensive networking skills training course to make your life easy.
Course Feature:
At the end of this business networking skills training, you will be able to:
Develop a successful networking strategy
Maximise their effectiveness with face-to-face and online networking opportunities
Improve their approach, attitude and behaviours when networking
Create a plan for networking that will help them meet their goals
Certification:
Once after the training you receive course completion certificate from Mangates
Who can Attend?
Anybody who is interested in learning Business Networking Skills.

Networking Skills

Business & Marketing

Business Networking 1 Day Training in Edinburgh

Master Business Networking in Just 1 Day - Join our Workshop in Edinburgh

Berwick-upon-Tweed

Stoneware Pottery Workshop in Northumberland
Enhance your time in Northumberland by visiting the beautiful Ford & Etal Estate and taking part in a workshop at Ravn Clay Pottery. 

Pottery is arguably the oldest industrial process that humans practice, and it remains a vibrant cultural and artistic pursuit across the globe. The types of clay, the methods of making, the glazes and firing methods, the uses and purposes of the finished pieces - all serve to make it an absorbing and life-affirming process, and definitely something where there is always more to learn. 

Join us on the three hour workshop, suitable for anyone, where you will work with stoneware clay to create your own pottery masterpieces. Hand building is the overlooked older sibling of the flashier wheel thrown pot, but remains an ideal place to learn for anyone wishing to play with clay. The session will involve a brief introduction to some basic rules for safe working in the Studio, alongside some principles to bear in mind when creating your own work. This will be followed by plenty of time for you to release your inner potter. It could be a vase, a mug, a candle holder, a sculpture ... if you can imagine it, we will do our best (together) to make it happen. 

After the three hours are up, your work will stay at the studio where it will be dried, fired, glazed and re-fired. Then you are welcome to return to the studio to collect it, or have it posted on afterwards. The whole drying-glazing-firing process could take up to a month, so please be patient. That said, what better way is there to build memories, create something for a special someone and be reminded of your time in the studio.

For this workshop there is no set agenda - if you bring the enthusiasm and imagination, I will provide all the materials and tools needed to create something unique, bespoke and wonderful. 

The number of participants for each workshop is limited to six, to allow equal access to support, tools and tuition. 

ALSO - We are now able to offer you the chance to return to the studio to glaze your work! If you are interested in seeing more of the ceramic process, or have created pots that would look even more awesome if they could be other than a single colour, you can now return once your work has been biscuit fired to glaze your pots. This shouldn't take more than a couple of hours, and incurs a small additional charge (£10) which you can either book now, or when you come to the studio on the day of your workshop. We can of course talk through the various options on the day - but the opportunity is there!

A word of warning - the kiln Gods can be fickle, and despite doing everything possible, some pieces will fail, crack or blow up (!) in the kiln. There are no guarantees in pottery, not even for seasoned potters. A second word of warning - working with pottery can be hugely addictive. You have been warned!

My personal journey into pottery was through evening classes in Edinburgh, where I quickly found I was absorbed and addicted by the tactile connection you can make with clay. I also quickly found that it worked wonders improving my mental wellbeing, providing a creative outlet, a process to focus on, and a distraction from the busyness of modern life. I firmly believe that pottery can help anyone find calm and focus in a restless and demanding world.

The new Ford Studio is housed in the old Reading Rooms - you will find it just up the road from Lady Waterford Hall. Nearby are many attractions and places to walk, shop and eat; how about a near by Narrow-guage Railway (that runs to Etal Castle and back), a working flour mill, a Village Shop & Tearoom, a heavy horse centre, a micro-brewery, or a Riverside cafe? 

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Please note - access to the studio is only via a set of external stone steps, and there is a single toilet available on site.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE - our workshops are competitively priced to be affordable and inclusive, and the fee covers all materials, tuition, glaze and firings. This is based on a fair-useage policy of participants making up to two mug-sized pieces (or equivalent) during a session, alongside their starter thumb pot. 

If you are a prolific producer of pottery, there will be an additional charge that we can negotiate (but will be at least £5 per piece). 

This is because of increased quanitites of materials, glaze, more space needed in the kiln and additional time required to complete the final pieces.

And finally - There is ample free parking in Ford and the studio is just up the road from Lady Waterford Hall. Ravn Clay sits at the heart of the Estate, which also offers camping, glamping, B&Bs and guests houses. And there’s plenty more to do and see while you are here - 

Ford Tearooms & Post Office
Heatherslaw Light Railway
Etal Castle (English Heritage)
Heatherslaw Mill
Hay Farm Heavy Horse Centre
Lady Waterford Hall
Flodden Battlefield
Loads of little eateries, pubs and shops etc
Spectacular scenery, walking and countryside
See www.ford-and-etal.co.uk for more details

Ravn Clay

Pottery

Arts & Crafts

Clay Sculpture

A three hour slab-building pottery workshop, using stoneware clays to make mess and memories. And Pots! Come play with Clay!

Hand Building Pottery Workshops - 2025 - July - September

General Admission

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Language: English
Duration: 1 Day | Credits: 8 PDUs
Course Delivery: Classroom | Virtual Live
Lunch and Beverages are included in a classroom session
Course Overview:
We all know an angry face when we see one. Anger is such a universal and powerful emotion that can make you physically and emotionally ill, sap your energy, and poison your relationships or it can motivate you to make needed changes and add vitality to your life. This training program aims to help you adopt a more constructive attitude towards your anger and to more effectively manage anger in others as well. Practical activities and tools will empower those who act out their anger in negative ways to gain better control of their anger and their lives and use it as a tool to motivate and empower them to affirm their integrity or boundaries. The program will encourage participants to look deep inside to explore the roots of their anger and present alternatives to the old ways of thinking and dealing with anger.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this training course participants will be able to:
Understand both the “Right” skill set and mindset needed to properly manage their anger.
Learn to communicate angry feelings assertively and in ways that will take into account the needs of others.
Adopt a more constructive attitude towards anger and understand the difference between constructive and destructive anger.
Use practical techniques to properly handle anger in others.
Agenda:
Module 1: Anger Anatomy:
Is anger good or bad?
Five famous myths about anger
Having the “Right Mindset” for managing anger
Physical effects of anger
Module 2: The Anger Management Skill Set:
Having the “Right Skill Set” for managing anger.
The 4 deep sources of anger.
The assertive statement to communicate anger.
Rules of assertive behavior.
Module 3: The Anger Management Process:
My personal anger assessment – Self-assessment.
A four-step process to effectively express your anger.
Module 4: Handling Anger in Others:
The importance of listening.
Summarizing and reflecting back on what was said.
Reflecting emotions and reframing statements.
Three-step technique for handling anger in others.
Target Audience:
Anybody who is interested in learning Anger Management Skills.
Prerequisites:
None

Anger Management

Anger Management 1 Day Training in Edinburgh




















 
















The Art of Staying Calm: Anger Management in Action 1 Day Workshop in Edinburgh

Learn how to quickly capture the world around you in ink and watercolour.Known locally as the Edinburgh Sketcher, ink and watercolour artist Mark Kirkham is well-known on social media for the sketches he creates on the streets of Edinburgh, and beyond.On this 2.5 hour sketching tour, Mark will guide you around some of his favourite, nearby sketching spots, picking out details in architecture and nature that will help describe the techniques he has picked up over a decade of sketching around Edinburgh.Each class will touch on details, perspectives, depth and composition, as you go from 5 minute exercises to relax the hand and work on composition, to 30 minute detailed vistas as you walk around nearby beautiful and historic locations.You will start and finish at The Arienas Collective, where you will have access to a selection of hot refreshments, toilet facilities, and can leave any belongings before heading out on your tour.Mark&#39;s sketching tours are perfect for all levels, from beginners to those who would like to learn more about his unique speed-sketching style, or to practice sketching with ink and watercolour.All materials, access to equipment and refreshments are included in the price. There is a new, optional kit available to buy which comes in one of Mark&#39;s lovely printed tote bags.&nbsp; A note about the Scottish weather We&#39;re used to a bit of wind and rain in Edinburgh, so please do check the forecast before you leave and dress appropriately. In the event of extreme weather conditions which require us to cancel the outdoors sketching tour, we will sketch indoors using a range of visual references.<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">More information&nbsp;
The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh&rsquo;s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.
Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us.&nbsp;
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, caf&eacute;s, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.
PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is&nbsp;not&nbsp;nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Please email Lynn or phone 07732 901150 for more information.
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking. The minimum age for the City Centre sketching tours is 8, and anyone aged 8-15 needs to be accompanied by a ticket holding adult.&nbsp;

Learn how to quickly capture the world around you in ink and watercolour.
Known locally as the Edinburgh Sketcher, ink and watercolour artist Mark Kirkham is well-known on social media for the sketches he creates on the streets of Edinburgh, and beyond.
On this newly extended 3 hour sketching tour, Mark will guide you around some of his favourite, nearby Georgian New Town sketching spots, picking out details in architecture and nature that will help describe the techniques he has picked up over a decade of sketching around Edinburgh.
Each class will touch on details, perspectives, depth and composition, as you go from 5 minute exercises to relax the hand and work on composition, to 30 minute detailed vistas as you walk around nearby beautiful and historic locations.
You will start and finish at The Arienas Collective, where you will have access to a selection of hot refreshments, toilet facilities, and can leave any belongings before heading out on your tour.
Mark's sketching tours are perfect for all levels, from beginners to those who would like to learn more about his unique speed-sketching style, or to practice sketching with ink and watercolour.
All materials, access to equipment and refreshments are included in the price. An optional Edinburgh Sketcher kit will be available to buy on the day, subject to availability.
A note about the Scottish weather
We're used to a bit of wind and rain in Edinburgh, so please do check the forecast before you leave and dress appropriately. In the event of extreme weather conditions which require us to cancel the outdoors sketching tour, we will sketch indoors using a range of visual references.



More information 
The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a welcoming and supportive environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind and immerse yourself in being creative.
Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 
Our taster and introductory workshops focus on teaching creative skills and methods you can continue practising at home, using affordable materials and equipment. Where more expensive equipment is required we will mention this in the workshop description.
All the equipment and materials you need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise. 
Light refreshments from local suppliers are provided. On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out. There is also a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus a range of supermarkets all within a 5-10 minute walk.
Accessibility
The workshop space is on the first-floor of our Georgian mews home and unfortunately we do not have lift access. Blue badge holders can park outside our front door on the single yellow line by arrangement.
Allergies
The workshop space is in our open plan living space and is not nut free. Please let us know about any skin or food allergies before booking. We offer a dairy-free milk and gluten free snack alternative.
Minimum number no refund policy
To ensure we can always pay our creatives a fair fee, we require a minimum number of bookings for each workshop and for this reason bookings are non-refundable. Should we have to cancel due to low numbers, we will offer you the option to swap to an alternative date or workshop, or to request a refund.
We do our very best to avoid cancellations. Since we often get late bookings, we keep our workshops on sale for as long as possible. We realise that some of you travel from afar, so if you book a space and have not yet received an email confirming your workshop is going ahead and need to make plans for your trip, please get in touch before booking any travel or accommodation so we can update you on booking numbers. Or check in before booking.
Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for: private get-togethers with family and friends; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and in-store retail events for your customers. If you’d like to know more please Email Lynn.
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.

The Arienas Collective

Drawing

Sketching

Edinburgh city centre sketching tours with ink and watercolour artist Mark Kirkham, known locally as The Edinburgh Sketcher 

Edinburgh New Town sketching tours with the Edinburgh Sketcher

Book one space

Book one extra place for a friend at the same time and save £10 - please note this offer does not apply to two places booked separately

Bring A Friend

<h2>Rates</h2>
Adult (+17 years old):&nbsp;&pound;99 Child (10-16 years old):&nbsp;&pound;45 Private Group of up to 10 people (10+ years old):&nbsp;&pound;400
<h2>Duration</h2>
5 hours
<h2>About</h2>
<ul>
<li>Edinburgh Photography Tours are ranked as the number one photography tour in Europe. Established in 2010 by local professional photographer James Christie. The tour is really two tours for the price of one &ndash; A photography lesson and an historic tour of Edinburgh&rsquo;s Old Town.</li>
<li>Do you have a camera, but would like to improve the quality of photographs you produce? This tour is exactly what you need! James will show you how to master manual mode and use best practice for composition. Normally this is a 4 to 5 hour photo walk of the Old Town in Edinburgh, where you will learn how to make better photographs and learn the history of the sites we visit.</li>
<li>During the tour, you will photograph many iconic landmarks (and some lesser known gems), including, but not limited to, The National Monument of Scotland; The Nelson Monument; The Robert Burns Memorial; Queen Mary&rsquo;s (Mary, Queen of Scots) Bath House; The Scottish Parliament Building; Many historic sites on the famed Royal Mile and of course &ndash; the iconic Edinburgh Castle.</li>
<li>This tour is aimed at all levels of photographer, from absolute beginner to the very experienced amateur. James does not use confusing jargon or technical terms, preferring to explain things in an easy to understand format. James Christie, your guide, has been a professional photographer for 35+ years and has photographed many iconic figures, including the late and great David Bowie. Don&rsquo;t miss your opportunity to learn from his vast experience in photography.</li>
</ul>

Rates
Adult (+17 years old): £99
Child (10-16 years old): £45
Private Group of up to 10 people (10+ years old): £400
Duration
5 hours
About
Edinburgh Photography Tours are ranked as the number one photography tour in Europe. Established in 2010 by local professional photographer James Christie. The tour is really two tours for the price of one – A photography lesson and an historic tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town.
Do you have a camera, but would like to improve the quality of photographs you produce? This tour is exactly what you need! James will show you how to master manual mode and use best practice for composition. Normally this is a 4 to 5 hour photo walk of the Old Town in Edinburgh, where you will learn how to make better photographs and learn the history of the sites we visit.
During the tour, you will photograph many iconic landmarks (and some lesser known gems), including, but not limited to, The National Monument of Scotland; The Nelson Monument; The Robert Burns Memorial; Queen Mary’s (Mary, Queen of Scots) Bath House; The Scottish Parliament Building; Many historic sites on the famed Royal Mile and of course – the iconic Edinburgh Castle.
This tour is aimed at all levels of photographer, from absolute beginner to the very experienced amateur. James does not use confusing jargon or technical terms, preferring to explain things in an easy to understand format. James Christie, your guide, has been a professional photographer for 35+ years and has photographed many iconic figures, including the late and great David Bowie. Don’t miss your opportunity to learn from his vast experience in photography.

The Scottish Photography Experience

Photography

Edinburgh Photography Tours are ranked as the number one photography tour in Europe. Established in 2010 by local professional photographer James Christie.

Edinburgh Photography Tour

General admission

Stoneware Pottery Workshop in Northumberland
Join us in sunny Northumberland for an evening of ancient and exciting pottery!

Raku is an ancient Japanese technique of firing pots, where the pieces are removed from the kiln red-hot, before being rapidly cooled either with or without combustibles (such as wood shavings) and sometimes in a reduction chamber (limiting access to oxygen so that the glazes do weird, wonderful and unpredictable things). 

We will provide you with up to three biscuit fired forms, and following a brief introduction (and safety talk) you will glaze and fire the pots using our Raku Kiln. This firing technique comes with a good deal of drama and jeopardy, and means that unlike our usual firings, you should have a glazed pot to wow your friends in approximately twenty minutes! The firing will happen outside in all weathers, the glazing can be done indoors, so please bring suitable clothing. 

Raku firing is brilliant for celebrating the science and mystery of glazing. It gives potters a chance to embrace the chaos and violence of rapid firing and cooling, producing pots that are unique and individual, and usually stunning. Some pots can even be fired without glaze, and then combustible materials such as feathers or horse hair draped or dragged across the surface producing carbonised, smoky abstract designs. This is known as Naked Raku!

The number of participants for each workshop is limited to six, to allow equal access to support, tools and tuition. It is also vitally important that instructions and safety guidalines are strictly followed. Anyone under the age of 16 needs to be accompanied by a responsible adult for the duration of the workshop. 

A word of warning - the kiln Gods can be fickle, and despite doing everything possible, some pieces will fail, crack or blow up (!) in the kiln. There are no guarantees in pottery, not even for seasoned potters. A second word of warning - working with pottery can be hugely addictive. You have been warned!

The new Ford Studio is housed in the old Reading Rooms - you will find it just up the road from Lady Waterford Hall. Nearby are many attractions and places to walk, shop and eat; how about a near by Narrow-guage Railway (that runs to Etal Castle and back), a working flour mill, a Village Shop & Tearoom, a heavy horse centre, a micro-brewery, or a Riverside cafe? 

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Please note - access to the studio is only via a set of external stone steps, and there is a single toilet available on site.

And finally - There is ample free parking in Ford and the studio is just up the road from Lady Waterford Hall. Ravn Clay sits at the heart of the Estate, which also offers camping, glamping, B&Bs and guests houses. And there’s plenty more to do and see while you are here - 

Ford Tearooms & Post Office
Heatherslaw Light Railway
Etal Castle (English Heritage)
Heatherslaw Mill
Hay Farm Heavy Horse Centre
Lady Waterford Hall
Flodden Battlefield
Loads of little eateries, pubs and shops etc
Spectacular scenery, walking and countryside
See www.ford-and-etal.co.uk for more details

An Evening of Raku Firing!

Let local artist Mark Kirkham take you on a personalised sketching journey around some of his favourite local spots while teaching you how to capture the unique features of Edinburgh.Mark, known locally as the Edinburgh Sketcher, has been drawing since before he can remember. After years spent as a graphic designer working with many agencies and publications he has reverted to his childhood - filling sketchbooks with the everyday sights that life in Scotland&rsquo;s capital city provides. Mark enjoys sharing his hidden views of the city and reminding residents and visitors of the beauty in the everyday.Your one-to-one sketching tour will begin at The Arienas Collective, or a mutually agreed location, and can be designed around your individual preferences. 
The price includes all materials and an Edinburgh Sketcher tote bag to take away with you, plus welcome refreshments, including a selection Shibui teas, real coffee bags, and sweet and savoury snacks.
To check availability, use the &#39;Request a date&#39; button to share your preferred date(s). We will then contact Mark to see if he&#39;s available. No money will be taken until your workshop date is confirmed.A note about the Scottish weather We&#39;re used to a bit of wind and rain in Edinburgh, so please do check the forecast before you leave and dress appropriately. In the event of extreme weather conditions which require us to cancel the sketching tour, we will contact you to arrange an alternative date. If you are visiting Edinburgh and not able to attend at another time, please let us know and we will issue a full refund (less any booking charges made by financial partners).&nbsp;

More information&nbsp;
The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh&rsquo;s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.
Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us.&nbsp;
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, caf&eacute;s, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.
PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is&nbsp;not&nbsp;nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Please email Lynn or phone 07732 901150 for more information.
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking. For Mark&#39;s sketching tours, the minimum age is 8 years and anyone aged 8-15 must be accompanied by a paying adult.&nbsp;

Let local artist Mark Kirkham take you on a personalised sketching journey around some of his favourite local spots while teaching you how to capture the unique features of Edinburgh.
Mark, known locally as the Edinburgh Sketcher, has been drawing since before he can remember. After years spent as a graphic designer working with many agencies and publications he has reverted to his childhood - filling sketchbooks with the everyday sights that life in Scotland’s capital city provides. Mark enjoys sharing his hidden views of the city and reminding residents and visitors of the beauty in the everyday.
Your one-to-one sketching tour will begin at The Arienas Collective, or a mutually agreed location, and can be designed around your individual preferences. 
The price includes all materials and an Edinburgh Sketcher tote bag to take away with you, plus welcome refreshments, including a selection Shibui teas, real coffee bags, and sweet and savoury snacks.
To check availability, use the 'Request a date' button to share your preferred date(s). We will then contact Mark to see if he's available. No money will be taken until your workshop date is confirmed.
A note about the Scottish weather

We're used to a bit of wind and rain in Edinburgh, so please do check the forecast before you leave and dress appropriately. In the event of extreme weather conditions which require us to cancel the sketching tour, we will contact you to arrange an alternative date. If you are visiting Edinburgh and not able to attend at another time, please let us know and we will issue a full refund (less any booking charges made by financial partners). 
More information 
The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.
Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.
PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is not nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Please email Lynn or phone 07732 901150 for more information.
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking. For Mark's sketching tours, the minimum age is 8 years and anyone aged 8-15 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 

One-to-one sketching with pen and watercolour tour run by the Edinburgh Sketcher at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh City Centre

One-to-one sketching tour with the Edinburgh Sketcher

A one-to-one sketching tour with artist Mark Kirkham, the Edinburgh Sketcher, including light refreshments.

Book a one-to-one sketching tour

Bring a friend with you

The Edinburgh Sketcher sketching kit includes everything you will need for your sketching tour, and to continue sketching at home.

Sketching kit

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Language: English

Duration: 2 Days | Credits: 16 PDUs

Course Delivery: Classroom | Virtual Live

Lunch and Beverages are included in a classroom session

Course Description:

In the competitive construction industry, the need for training is more vital than ever. Organizations that devote resources to professional development are more likely to see higher productivity and greater efficiency. On-the-job training can provide crucial knowledge to perform tasks at hand, but the best professionals constantly seek to learn about new techniques and technologies to improve their performance on-site and in the office.

Our Construction Project Manager Course (PMC) provides project managers the chance to sharpen the skills necessary to work more efficiently, increase productivity, and propel your construction business to the next level. PMC provides the ideal opportunity for project managers to gain crucial knowledge and leadership skills to stay competitive. This program will provide participants with skills they can immediately implement on the job and in the field. Everyone who goes through the program has something to gain over an intense week of workshops, assignments, and team-building activities.

PMC participants experience an interactive program that explores 15 critical areas of project management that seasoned project managers tackle on a daily basis. PMC provides participants with practical solutions to current industry challenges they can take back to immediately impact performance and improve project results.

Learning Objectives: 

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

● Identify the importance of pre-planning and its correlation with a company’s bottom line.
● Discuss the impact of low job site productivity on the project contractor, craftsperson, project owner, and designer.
● Discuss information required to evaluate and select subcontractor and vendor services and material and equipment purchases.
● Identify legal actions, or lack thereof, that can have far-reaching legal consequences for the project manager, their company, and many others.

Course Topics:

Day 1:

1.Project Planning
Importance of pre-planning.
Developing comprehensive project plans.
Correlation between planning and profitability.
Tools and techniques for effective planning.

2.Safety Management
Importance of safety in construction.
Developing and implementing safety plans.
OSHA regulations and compliance.
Risk assessment and mitigation.

3.Construction Productivity
Factors affecting job site productivity.
Techniques to improve productivity.
Measuring and tracking productivity.
Case studies of productivity improvements.

4.Subcontractor & Vendor Management
Evaluating and selecting subcontractors and vendors.
Contract negotiation and management.
Performance monitoring and quality control.
Building and maintaining strong relationships.

5.Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduling
Basics of CPM scheduling.
Developing and maintaining project schedules.
Identifying and managing critical paths.
Tools and software for scheduling.

Day 2:

1.Claims Management
Types of claims in construction.
Preventing and managing claims.
Documentation and communication strategies.
Dispute resolution methods.

2.Legal Issues & Contract Clauses
Key legal concepts in construction.
Important contract clauses and their implications.
Managing legal risks and liabilities.
Case studies of legal issues in construction.

3.Cost Control
Budgeting and cost estimation.
Tracking and controlling project costs.
Analyzing cost performance.
Techniques for cost reduction.

4.Project Recordkeeping
Importance of accurate recordkeeping.
Types of project records and documentation.
Best practices for maintaining records.
Tools for efficient recordkeeping.

5.Communication
Importance of effective communication.
Strategies for improving communication.
Tools and technologies for communication.
Case studies of communication failures and successes.

6.Time Management
Techniques for effective time management.
Prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines.
Tools for time tracking and management.
Case studies of time management in construction.

7.Problem Solving & Decision Making
Techniques for problem-solving.
Decision-making frameworks.
Analyzing and evaluating options.
Case studies of problem-solving in construction.

8.Innovation
Importance of innovation in construction.
Identifying and implementing new technologies.
Encouraging a culture of innovation.
Case studies of successful innovation.

Conclusion: 

The PMC course aims to equip project managers with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the construction industry. By addressing the critical areas of project management, participants will leave the course with practical strategies and tools to enhance their performance and drive their projects to success.
Who Can Attend?
The Construction Project Manager (PMC) 2 Days Training course is designed for:

Project Managers: Experienced project managers looking to enhance their skills and stay updated with the latest industry practices and technologies.
Construction Managers: Individuals responsible for overseeing construction projects who want to improve their management techniques and project outcomes.
Site Supervisors: Supervisors and foremen seeking to gain a deeper understanding of project management principles and practices to better support project managers.
Engineers and Architects: Professionals involved in the planning, design, and execution of construction projects who want to enhance their project management knowledge and skills.
Construction Professionals: Anyone in the construction industry, including estimators, planners, and coordinators, aiming to improve their project management capabilities and advance their careers.
Business Owners and Executives: Owners and executives of construction companies who want to ensure their project managers and teams are well-equipped with the necessary skills to drive project success and business growth.
Aspiring Project Managers: Individuals aspiring to move into project management roles within the construction industry, seeking foundational knowledge and skills to prepare for the transition.
HR and Training Managers: Human resource and training managers responsible for the professional development of their company's construction management teams.
Prerequisites
While there are no strict prerequisites for attending the PMC course, having a basic understanding of construction processes and some experience in construction project management will be beneficial. Participants should come prepared to engage in interactive discussions and practical exercises that require critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Benefits of Taking the Construction Project Manager (PMC) 2 Days Training Course In-House
1. Customization to Your Needs:
● The course can be tailored to address the specific challenges and requirements of your organization, ensuring the content is relevant and directly applicable to your projects and team dynamics.

2. Convenience and Flexibility:
● Conducting the training in-house eliminates the need for travel, saving time and reducing costs for your employees. It also allows for scheduling flexibility to fit the course around your team's availability.

3. Team Building and Collaboration:
● In-house training fosters a collaborative learning environment, encouraging team building and improved communication among your employees. It provides an opportunity for your team to work together on practical exercises and case studies, strengthening their ability to collaborate effectively on future projects.

4. Immediate Application:
● The skills and knowledge gained during the course can be immediately applied to your current projects, leading to quick improvements in productivity, efficiency, and project outcomes.

5. Cost-Effective:
● In-house training is often more cost-effective than sending multiple employees to external courses. You save on travel and accommodation expenses, and there are often discounts available for group bookings.

6. Consistent Training:
● Ensuring that all relevant team members receive the same high-quality training ensures consistency in the application of project management principles and practices across your organization.

7. Confidentiality:
● In-house training allows your team to discuss sensitive and proprietary information freely without concerns about confidentiality. This can lead to more open discussions and practical problem-solving sessions.

8. Enhanced Engagement:
● Training conducted in a familiar environment can increase engagement and participation. Employees may feel more comfortable and willing to engage in discussions, ask questions, and participate in activities.

9. Long-Term Benefits:
● Investing in in-house training demonstrates your commitment to employee development, which can boost morale, job satisfaction, and retention rates. Employees are more likely to stay with an organization that invests in their professional growth.

10. Direct Access to Trainers:
● Having trainers on-site allows for more personalized interaction, immediate feedback, and the opportunity to address specific concerns or questions that arise during the training.

11. Aligns with Organizational Goals:
● In-house training can be aligned with your organizational goals and strategies, ensuring that the skills and knowledge gained are directly contributing to your company's overall objectives.

12. Follow-Up Support:
● Trainers can offer follow-up support and coaching to ensure that the concepts and techniques learned during the course are successfully implemented in your organization.

13. Increased Productivity:
● With the entire team trained together, there is a reduced learning curve, leading to quicker implementation of new practices and increased productivity.

14. Industry-Relevant Case Studies:
● Trainers can incorporate industry-relevant case studies and examples specific to your organization, making the learning experience more relatable and impactful.

By choosing to conduct the PMC 2 Days Training course in-house, your organization can maximize the benefits of professional development, ensuring that your team is equipped with the essential skills and knowledge to excel in the competitive construction industry.

Construction Management

Project Manager

Construction Project Manager 2 Days Training in Edinburgh

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Over her career to date, she has also worked in editorial for an academic publisher, in rights and marketing for an audiobook publisher and as an intern at Felicity Bryan Literary Agency. Camille has an MSc in Publishing from Edinburgh Napier University and an MA in English Literature from the University of Edinburgh. She currently serves as the Secretary of the Association of Authors&rsquo; Agents, as well as Co-Chair for the AAA&rsquo;s Bridge Committee for early career agents and assistants. She previously volunteered at the Story Museum in Oxford.Camille loves engaging with narratives on a structural level in order to draw out their best qualities. She has varied taste with a particular interest in children&rsquo;s and YA fiction and non-fiction, as well as adult non-fiction. In MG, she would love to see stories with heart and with a classic, lyrical tone, in the vein of Katya Balen, or with the inventiveness of Frances Hardinge or the action-packed sequences and acerbic wit of Jonathan Stroud. In YA she is looking for all genres whether they be on the more literary or commercial sides, but with an emphasis on romance. She would also be interested in seeing crossover romance, be that contemporary or fantasy, and stories featuring characters in their very early twenties.Camille would love to see proposals for smart and accessible non-fiction (children&rsquo;s or adult) which teach us about the world we live in, which shine a light on a culture (encompassing everything including workplace culture), which are empowering or which encourage deep thinking and fundamental shifts in perspective. She is not currently looking for memoir unless it is also doing one of these things. Some favourite non-fiction books are:&nbsp;Entangled Life,&nbsp;Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World that Can&rsquo;t Stop Talking,&nbsp;Braiding Sweetgrass,&nbsp;The Gendered Brain, Why We Sleep, Invisible Women&nbsp;and&nbsp;A World Without Email.Camille would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 page synopsis and the first three chapters or 5,000 words of your manuscript in a single word document.<p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); font-family: sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;" fr-original-style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); font-family: sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">(In addition to the paid sessions, Camille is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email <a href="mailto:agent121@iaminprint.co.uk" style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration: inherit; cursor: pointer; user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size);" fr-original-style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration: inherit; cursor: pointer; user-select: auto;">agent121@iaminprint.co.uk</a> to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the&nbsp;discretion of&nbsp;I Am In Print).&nbsp;By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with&nbsp;I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting.<p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); font-family: sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;" fr-original-style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); font-family: sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">The submission deadline is: Wednesday 25 October 2023

LOOKING FOR:  MIDDLE GRADE, YOUNG ADULT & ADULT FICTION AS WELL AS NON-FICTION FOR ALL AGES

Prior to joining DKW in 2023, Camille worked at David Higham Associates as Agent’s Assistant to Jane Gregory and in the Children’s Translation Rights team. She has also worked in editorial for an academic publisher, in rights and marketing for an audiobook publisher and as an intern at Felicity Bryan Literary Agency. Camille loves engaging with narratives on a structural level in order to draw out their best qualities. Camille has an MSc in Publishing from Edinburgh Napier University and an MA in English Literature from the University of Edinburgh. She was Secretary of the Association of Authors’ Agents, as well as Co-Chair for the AAA’s Bridge Committee for early career agents and assistants, from late 2021 to early 2024. She also previously volunteered at the Story Museum in Oxford.

Camille has now set up her own agency called Solas Literary.

Camille is looking for middle grade, young adult and adult/crossover fiction, as well as non-fiction for all ages. In MG, she loves literary voices and stories with heart and warmth - she would be keen to see anything in the vein of Jonathan Stroud's Lockwood and Co series, October, October by Katya Balen, and A Face Like Glass by Frances Hardinge. In YA, Camille's taste spans from commercial to the literary, encompassing everything from A Good Girl's Guide to Murder and The Inheritance Games to This Woven Kingdom and anything by Meg Rosoff and Jandy Nelson. 

In the crossover/adult space, Camille's taste is broad but with an emphasis on romance. Recent favourites include: Fourth Wing, The Crimson Moth and One Golden Summer.   

She's not the right fit for epic fantasy in the vein of The Poppy War or Brandon Sanderson, or for space operas and similar science fiction. 

Camille would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 page synopsis and the first three chapters or 5,000 words of your manuscript in a single word document.

(In addition to the paid sessions, Camille is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print). 

By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting.

The submission deadline is: Wednesday 13th August 2025

I Am In Print

SOLD OUT! 21st August Camille Burns #Agent121. Looking for: MG, YA inc YA/CROSSOVER ROMANCE, and ADULT FICTION; NON-FICTION FOR ALL AGES.

Enjoy Pilates from the comfort of your own home via zoom which for many people has quickly become a very popular, cost effective and convenient way to maintain your physical and mental well being saving you time, money and the need to drive or get to a venue.
To take part, all you require is a bit of space, your mat and chosen device for example your laptop, mobile phone or tablet. If zooming using the latter two devices, you need to download zoom from your App store. Give yourself a few minutes to set up and arrange your camera in order for me to see and correct remotely.
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&ldquo;I already knew Steph was a very special teacher and I am now really enjoying Steph&rsquo;s Pilates classes at home via Zoom.&nbsp;Steph makes the most of technology to monitor each of us as we move through the exercises and stretches and takes care of each individual, helping us all to get the best out of her classes.&rdquo; &ndash;&nbsp;Margaret Fraser, Edinburgh
&ldquo;Have now had a couple of 1:1 sessions with Steph on Zoom and they have gone exceptionally well. I had my reservations on how it would work but it was really good and without having to leave my house! Highly recommend.&rdquo; &ndash;&nbsp;Fiona Wragg, Edinburgh
&ldquo;Steph&rsquo;s classes are always excellent and I am thoroughly enjoying them on Zoom during lockdown. It really is the highlihjy of my week. Yesterdays class was particularly good as we utilised weights to increase the intensity.&rdquo; &ndash;&nbsp;Jayne Jack, Balerno

Enjoy Pilates from the comfort of your own home via zoom which for many people has quickly become a very popular, cost effective and convenient way to maintain your physical and mental well being saving you time, money and the need to drive or get to a venue.
To take part, all you require is a bit of space, your mat and chosen device for example your laptop, mobile phone or tablet. If zooming using the latter two devices, you need to download zoom from your App store. Give yourself a few minutes to set up and arrange your camera in order for me to see and correct remotely.
 
 
“I already knew Steph was a very special teacher and I am now really enjoying Steph’s Pilates classes at home via Zoom. Steph makes the most of technology to monitor each of us as we move through the exercises and stretches and takes care of each individual, helping us all to get the best out of her classes.” – Margaret Fraser, Edinburgh
“Have now had a couple of 1:1 sessions with Steph on Zoom and they have gone exceptionally well. I had my reservations on how it would work but it was really good and without having to leave my house! Highly recommend.” – Fiona Wragg, Edinburgh
“Steph’s classes are always excellent and I am thoroughly enjoying them on Zoom during lockdown. It really is the highlihjy of my week. Yesterdays class was particularly good as we utilised weights to increase the intensity.” – Jayne Jack, Balerno

Fuschia Pilates

Pilates

Online Pilates

This exclusive 10-week course is for Edinburgh families who would like to enjoy a course of Sing and Sign lessons over the summer holidays.Join in whenever you like and from wherever you are in the world 🌎🌴🏡 All you need is internet access.&nbsp;🔵Stage 1: &nbsp;for babies 6-16 months🟡10-week course: 1st July - 8th Sept 2024 1 lesson available each week to stream any time and as often as you like!&nbsp;🌟 Baby signing can benefit ANY family with a baby or toddler. Encourage early communication and enrich your relationship with your child... all while enjoying a fun, engaging music class.We have worked hard to bring the magic and charm of our beloved classes to this carefully structured online course.We intend you and your baby to "do" this class together rather than just watch. Find a sunny spot on the floor, set up your internet device and spend half-an-hour singing, signing, learning, connecting and having fun.Each week&#39;s class will be delivered by a variety of sunny, smiling Sing and Sign faces along with our beloved Jessie Cat of course 🐾 We&#39;re also hoping to be able to offer a few live Zoom sessions during the term where you can ask questions, meet your fellow parents and your baby can say hello to Jessie Cat!The course is supported by a weekly lesson e-mail AND Gold membership to the Jessie Cat Club online learning resources where you will find a video dictionary of 200+ signs, print-your-own-vocab feature and even signing games to enjoy with your child. The best bits...💙you can access your weekly class at the perfect time to suit your baby&#39;s naps etc. 💛Each lesson will be available to view for 1 week so you can dip into and watch as many times as you like during that time. 💙The whole household can enjoy it - older and younger siblings will love taking part together. Second parents can get in on the action too!Babies, toddlers, siblings and parents have loved our @Home courses and I have been delighted to be able to share the joy of baby signing with so many new families, even when they can&#39;t make it to a class. We would love to welcome you to the Sing and Sign Edinburgh Family. Catherine.xxx

This exclusive 10-week course is for Edinburgh families who would like to enjoy a course of Sing and Sign lessons over the summer holidays.
Join in whenever you like and from wherever you are in the world 🌎🌴🏡 All you need is internet access. 
🔵Stage 1: for babies 6-16 months
🟡10-week course: 1st July - 8th Sept 2024
1 lesson available each week to stream any time and as often as you like! 
🌟 Baby signing can benefit ANY family with a baby or toddler. Encourage early communication and enrich your relationship with your child... all while enjoying a fun, engaging music class.
We have worked hard to bring the magic and charm of our beloved classes to this carefully structured online course.
We intend you and your baby to "do" this class together rather than just watch. Find a sunny spot on the floor, set up your internet device and spend half-an-hour singing, signing, learning, connecting and having fun.
Each week's class will be delivered by a variety of sunny, smiling Sing and Sign faces along with our beloved Jessie Cat of course 🐾 We're also hoping to be able to offer a few live Zoom sessions during the term where you can ask questions, meet your fellow parents and your baby can say hello to Jessie Cat!
The course is supported by a weekly lesson e-mail AND Gold membership to the Jessie Cat Club online learning resources where you will find a video dictionary of 200+ signs, print-your-own-vocab feature and even signing games to enjoy with your child.


The best bits...
💙you can access your weekly class at the perfect time to suit your baby's naps etc.
💛Each lesson will be available to view for 1 week so you can dip into and watch as many times as you like during that time.
💙The whole household can enjoy it - older and younger siblings will love taking part together. Second parents can get in on the action too!
Babies, toddlers, siblings and parents have loved our @Home courses and I have been delighted to be able to share the joy of baby signing with so many new families, even when they can't make it to a class. We would love to welcome you to the Sing and Sign Edinburgh Family.


Catherine.xxx

Sing and Sign Edinburgh

Baby

Positive Parenting

⭐ 10-week online course of baby signing for babies 6m+ and their parents/carers.
Baby signing can benefit ANY family with a baby or toddler. Encourage and support your baby's early communication. 

Stage 1@Home - online course, suitable for babies 6m+

This is a step-by-step Icon Painting workshop.
Suitable for beginners or for those who would like to be guided step by step to make sure that they know the process of creating an icon. Or refresh their experience.
You will be working on the image of Mother of God. You can see it in the cover photo for the event. Author Basia Mindewicz Basia will be encouraging you to do it creatively but you are also welcome to repeat steps exactly as she demonstrates.
The course will include demonstrations of every stage of creating an icon.
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9 Weeks
16 January &ndash; 13 March 2022
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This is a step-by-step Icon Painting workshop. Suitable for beginners or for those who would like to be guided step by step to make sure that they kno,w the process of creating an icon. Or refresh their experience.
You will be working on the image of Mother of God. You can see it in the cover photo for the event. Author Basia Mindewicz Basia will guide you in the way that you will be able to introduce your ideas into the image.
The course will include demonstrations of every stage of creating an icon.
Students will be guided to complete their icons in a traditional Russian method but also encouraged to look for their own voice.
In the demonstrations, Basia will try to include her own personal style.
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<li>Transfering the image onto tracing paper.&nbsp;We will use tracing paper not only to transfer the design but also to learn and explore the shape and the line.</li>
<li>Transferring finished drawings onto a panel&nbsp;covered with layers of gesso.</li>
<li>Redrawing with paint.&nbsp;At this stage, students will start learning how to make paints using egg yolk and dry pigments.</li>
<li>Once all&nbsp;surfaces are covered with enough layers of ground we can start building shapes using lights. In icon painting, we don&rsquo;t build shapes with shadows.</li>
<li>Gilding&nbsp;&ndash; we will be working for real gold leaf. You will be guided step by step in this process to learn the traditional method of gilding. We will be working with oil gilding.</li>
<li>Applying&nbsp;final lights and highlights. Finishing.</li>
<li>It is recommended&nbsp;to wait at least a few weeks before varnishing the finished icon painted in egg tempera. Guidance and demonstration will be provided.</li>
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<li>gesso panel &ndash; 15/20 cm &ndash; Your options &ndash; order from us &ndash; &pound;25 &ndash; MDF gesso panel &ndash; please contact us to order at edinburghicons@gmail.com or buy 8/10 inch from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jacksonsart.com/ampersand-gessobord-panels" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.jacksonsart.com/ampersand-gessobord-panels</a></li>
<li>A4 tracing paper</li>
<li>Brushes &ndash; squirrel &ndash; sizes 2,3,5 and kolinsky size 1</li>
<li>Pigments &ndash; basic set &ndash; Titanium white, Cadmium Red Light, Ultramarine Blue (Red Shade), Chromium Green Oxide, Yellow Ochre, Red Ochre, Cyprus Burnt Umber, Raw Umber Greenish. You can buy it here. You need only the smallest containers.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jacksonsart.com/jackson-s-artist-pigment">https://www.jacksonsart.com/jackson-s-artist-pigment</a></li>
<li>&nbsp;For gold gilding &ndash; transfer gold leaf here&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stonehouses.co.uk/gold-imitation-leaf/gold-leaf/gold-leaf-transfer/23-75ct-transfer/23-75ct-extra-thick-transfer-5-leaves.html">https://www.stonehouses.co.uk/gold-imitation-leaf/gold-leaf/gold-leaf-transfer/23-75ct-transfer/23-75ct-extra-thick-transfer-5-leaves.html</a>, gold oil size &ndash; the smallest one&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/kolner-classic-oil-size-3hr/">https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/kolner-classic-oil-size-3hr/</a>, hard brush &ndash; bristle brush size 3, shellac &ndash; the smallest container- here&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/shellac-varnish-clear-6361/">https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/shellac-varnish-clear-6361/</a>, surgical spirit for cleaning brushes.</li>
<li>Ceramic palette.</li>
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<h5>About your teacher</h5>
 Basia Mindewicz
born in 1978 in Warsaw, is an icon painter and contemporary artist. She was trained in Poland in the College dedicated to iconography. Studying ancient techniques of egg tempera and gold gilding. For many years she has been mainly working in a very traditional style learning the language of the icon. When she came to Edinburgh she started exploring other &lsquo;&rsquo;languages&rsquo;&rsquo; searching for more personal and contemporary ways of depicting similar reality. Her development as an artist is a process of uncovering a truth about who we are as human beings and what we need to become whole. Icon painting as a spiritual practice grows in silence and stillness.
Graduated from The Maria Grzegorzewska Academy of Special Education, MA and College of Iconography (Policealne Studium Ikonograficzne) in Bielsk Podlaski in 2008. She has been working for major icon-painting workshops in Poland. Organized many private workshops and residential courses.
Workshops in Poland: Droga Ikony (The way of Icon) http://www.drogaikony.org.pl/ Studium Chrzescijanskiego Wschodu (School of Eastern Christianity) Founder of Edinburgh School of Icon Painting.
Watch Live Videos with a demonstration of the process here. https://www.facebook.com/EdinburghSchoolOfIconPainting/live_videos/?ref=page_internal
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This is a step-by-step Icon Painting workshop.
Suitable for beginners or for those who would like to be guided step by step to make sure that they know the process of creating an icon. Or refresh their experience.
You will be working on the image of Mother of God. You can see it in the cover photo for the event.
Author
Basia Mindewicz
Basia will be encouraging you to do it creatively but you are also welcome to repeat steps exactly as she demonstrates.
The course will include demonstrations of every stage of creating an icon.
 
9 Weeks
16 January – 13 March 2022
Sundays 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm the UK Time
On Zoom. Recordings will be available if you can’t attend in person.
This is a step-by-step Icon Painting workshop.
Suitable for beginners or for those who would like to be guided step by step to make sure that they kno,w the process of creating an icon. Or refresh their experience.
You will be working on the image of Mother of God. You can see it in the cover photo for the event.
Author
Basia Mindewicz
Basia will guide you in the way that you will be able to introduce your ideas into the image.
The course will include demonstrations of every stage of creating an icon.
Students will be guided to complete their icons in a traditional Russian method but also encouraged to look for their own voice.
In the demonstrations, Basia will try to include her own personal style.
Stages of work include:
Transfering the image onto tracing paper. We will use tracing paper not only to transfer the design but also to learn and explore the shape and the line.
Transferring finished drawings onto a panel covered with layers of gesso.
Redrawing with paint. At this stage, students will start learning how to make paints using egg yolk and dry pigments.
Once all surfaces are covered with enough layers of ground we can start building shapes using lights. In icon painting, we don’t build shapes with shadows.
Gilding – we will be working for real gold leaf. You will be guided step by step in this process to learn the traditional method of gilding. We will be working with oil gilding.
Applying final lights and highlights. Finishing.
It is recommended to wait at least a few weeks before varnishing the finished icon painted in egg tempera. Guidance and demonstration will be provided.
Materials needed for the Course:
 
gesso panel – 15/20 cm – Your options – order from us – £25 – MDF gesso panel – please contact us to order at edinburghicons@gmail.com or buy 8/10 inch from https://www.jacksonsart.com/ampersand-gessobord-panels
A4 tracing paper
Brushes – squirrel – sizes 2,3,5 and kolinsky size 1
Pigments – basic set – Titanium white, Cadmium Red Light, Ultramarine Blue (Red Shade), Chromium Green Oxide, Yellow Ochre, Red Ochre, Cyprus Burnt Umber, Raw Umber Greenish. You can buy it here. You need only the smallest containers. https://www.jacksonsart.com/jackson-s-artist-pigment
For gold gilding – transfer gold leaf here https://www.stonehouses.co.uk/gold-imitation-leaf/gold-leaf/gold-leaf-transfer/23-75ct-transfer/23-75ct-extra-thick-transfer-5-leaves.html, gold oil size – the smallest one https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/kolner-classic-oil-size-3hr/, hard brush – bristle brush size 3, shellac – the smallest container- here https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/shellac-varnish-clear-6361/, surgical spirit for cleaning brushes.
Ceramic palette.
PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU NEED ANY GUIDANCE WITH GETTING YOUR MATERIALS. WE CAN RECOMMEND DEPENDING ON WHERE YOU ARE BASED.
About your teacher

Basia Mindewicz
born in 1978 in Warsaw, is an icon painter and contemporary artist. She was trained in Poland in the College dedicated to iconography. Studying ancient techniques of egg tempera and gold gilding. For many years she has been mainly working in a very traditional style learning the language of the icon. When she came to Edinburgh she started exploring other ‘’languages’’ searching for more personal and contemporary ways of depicting similar reality. Her development as an artist is a process of uncovering a truth about who we are as human beings and what we need to become whole. Icon painting as a spiritual practice grows in silence and stillness.
Graduated from The Maria Grzegorzewska Academy of Special Education, MA and College of Iconography (Policealne Studium Ikonograficzne) in Bielsk Podlaski in 2008.
She has been working for major icon-painting workshops in Poland. Organized many private workshops and residential courses.
Workshops in Poland:
Droga Ikony (The way of Icon) http://www.drogaikony.org.pl/
Studium Chrzescijanskiego Wschodu (School of Eastern Christianity)
Founder of Edinburgh School of Icon Painting.
Watch Live Videos with a demonstration of the process here.
https://www.facebook.com/EdinburghSchoolOfIconPainting/live_videos/?ref=page_internal
 
 

Edinburgh School of Icon Painting

Icon

We are excited to announce the Online version of the Step by Step Course. It will include live demonstrations of the process that you will then follow.
Unique opportunity to be guided step by step and experience meditative practice of icon painting.

ONLINE. Icon Painting Course - Beginners. With live demonstrations.

Aimed at those who already speak Spanish but haven&#39;t practiced in a while or have lost their confidence in their ability to communicate in Spanish.During this single three-hour session, we will be meeting in the charming streets of Edinburgh, where we&#39;ll embark on a leisurely walk (weather permitting) and indulge in some wonderful Spanish tapas. As we stroll and enjoy some food, we&#39;ll refresh your Spanish skills, covering all the essential vocabulary and structures you&#39;re likely to use during your upcoming holiday.One non-alcoholic drink of your choice is included in the price of the course, however food isn&#39;t (but the tapas are worth every penny!).We offer flexible location options &ndash; just let us know your preference.You will leave feeling confident, motivated and ready to speak Spanish while abroad.*If you would like to take part in this session with your partner or a friend, you can do so! There is a &pound;20 charge per additional participant, with a maximum of three participants per session including yourself. If you wish to book for more than one person, just proceed with the booking as normal and then let us know in the notes and we will contact you shortly to arrange payment for the additional participants.

Aimed at those who already speak Spanish but haven't practiced in a while or have lost their confidence in their ability to communicate in Spanish.
During this single three-hour session, we will be meeting in the charming streets of Edinburgh, where we'll embark on a leisurely walk (weather permitting) and indulge in some wonderful Spanish tapas. As we stroll and enjoy some food, we'll refresh your Spanish skills, covering all the essential vocabulary and structures you're likely to use during your upcoming holiday.
One non-alcoholic drink of your choice is included in the price of the course, however food isn't (but the tapas are worth every penny!).
We offer flexible location options – just let us know your preference.
You will leave feeling confident, motivated and ready to speak Spanish while abroad.
*If you would like to take part in this session with your partner or a friend, you can do so! There is a £20 charge per additional participant, with a maximum of three participants per session including yourself. If you wish to book for more than one person, just proceed with the booking as normal and then let us know in the notes and we will contact you shortly to arrange payment for the additional participants.

Get Talking Spanish

Intensive Pre-Holiday Refresher

<div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">This exclusive 10-week course is for Edinburgh families who would like to enjoy a course of Sing and Sign lessons over the summer holidays.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Join in whenever you like and from wherever you are in the world&nbsp;<img height="16" width="16" alt="🌎" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tc0/1/16/1f30e.png" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"><img height="16" width="16" alt="🌴" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tec/1/16/1f334.png" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"><img height="16" width="16" alt="🏡" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t77/1/16/1f3e1.png" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">&nbsp;All you need is internet access. Baby signing can benefit ANY family with a baby or toddler. Clear communication can especially reduce frustrations for families with toddlers, helping you avoid some of the toddler turbulence<img height="16" width="16" alt="🌪️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tfa/1/16/1f32a.png" id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> before it begins. <img height="16" width="16" alt="👌" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t7b/1/16/1f44c.png" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">Using some consistent gestures or signs to highlight the key words when you speak to your toddler will help your child better understand you and will give them the tools to be able to express their thoughts, wants and needs as their spoken language gradually develops. </div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><img height="16" width="16" alt="🔵" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tef/1/16/1f535.png" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">Stage 2: for toddlers 14m+</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><img height="16" width="16" alt="🟡" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t7b/1/16/1f7e1.png" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">10-week online course: 1st July - 8th Sept 2024 1 lesson available each week to stream any time and as often as you like!</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"> We have worked hard to bring the magic and charm of our beloved classes to this carefully structured online course.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">We intend you and your child to "do" this class together rather than just watch. Find a sunny spot on the floor, set up your internet device and spend half-an-hour singing, signing, learning, connecting and having fun.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Each week&#39;s class will be delivered by a variety of sunny, smiling Sing and Sign faces along with our beloved Jessie Cat of course&nbsp;<img height="16" width="16" alt="🐾" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tde/1/16/1f43e.png" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">&nbsp;We&#39;re also hoping to be able to run some live Zoom sessions during the course where you can ask questions, meet your fellow parents and your baby can say hello to Jessie Cat!</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">The course is supported by a weekly lesson e-mail AND Gold membership to the Jessie Cat Club online learning resources where you will find a video dictionary of 200+ signs, print-your-own-vocab feature and even signing games to enjoy with your child.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">The best bits... <img height="16" width="16" alt="💙" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t6c/1/16/1f499.png" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">you can access your weekly class at the perfect time to suit your baby&#39;s naps etc. <img height="16" width="16" alt="💛" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t15/1/16/1f49b.png" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">Each lesson will be available to view for 1 week so you can dip into and watch as many times as you like during that time. <img height="16" width="16" alt="💙" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t6c/1/16/1f499.png" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">The whole household can enjoy it - older and younger siblings will love taking part together. Second parents can get in on the action too!</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Babies, toddlers, siblings and parents have loved our @Home courses and I have been delighted to be able to share the joy of baby signing with so many new families, even when they can&#39;t make it to a class.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">We would love to welcome you to the Sing and Sign Edinburgh Family. Catherine.xxx</div>

This exclusive 10-week course is for Edinburgh families who would like to enjoy a course of Sing and Sign lessons over the summer holidays.
Join in whenever you like and from wherever you are in the world



All you need is internet access.Baby signing can benefit ANY family with a baby or toddler. Clear communication can especially reduce frustrations for families with toddlers, helping you avoid some of the toddler turbulence

before it begins.

Using some consistent gestures or signs to highlight the key words when you speak to your toddler will help your child better understand you and will give them the tools to be able to express their thoughts, wants and needs as their spoken language gradually develops.

Stage 2: for toddlers 14m+

10-week online course: 1st July - 8th Sept 20241 lesson available each week to stream any time and as often as you like!
We have worked hard to bring the magic and charm of our beloved classes to this carefully structured online course.We intend you and your child to "do" this class together rather than just watch. Find a sunny spot on the floor, set up your internet device and spend half-an-hour singing, signing, learning, connecting and having fun.
Each week's class will be delivered by a variety of sunny, smiling Sing and Sign faces along with our beloved Jessie Cat of course

We're also hoping to be able to run some live Zoom sessions during the course where you can ask questions, meet your fellow parents and your baby can say hello to Jessie Cat!
The course is supported by a weekly lesson e-mail AND Gold membership to the Jessie Cat Club online learning resources where you will find a video dictionary of 200+ signs, print-your-own-vocab feature and even signing games to enjoy with your child.
The best bits...

you can access your weekly class at the perfect time to suit your baby's naps etc.

Each lesson will be available to view for 1 week so you can dip into and watch as many times as you like during that time.

The whole household can enjoy it - older and younger siblings will love taking part together. Second parents can get in on the action too!
Babies, toddlers, siblings and parents have loved our @Home courses and I have been delighted to be able to share the joy of baby signing with so many new families, even when they can't make it to a class.We would love to welcome you to the Sing and Sign Edinburgh Family.
Catherine.xxx

Early Childhood

Toddler

Parenting & Relationships

Parenting

Early Years

Early Childhood Education

⭐ This is a 10-week online course for toddlers (13-24months) and their parents/carers.
Baby signing can benefit ANY family with a baby or toddler. Clear communication can especially reduce frustrations for families with toddlers, helping you avoid some of the toddler turbulence🌪️ before it begins.

Stage 2@Home - Online course for toddlers 13-24m

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One of the main challenges for today's managers is effectively leading and successfully communicating vision that inspires employees to perform. Good leadership engages people and employees who feel both engaged and enabled contribute to higher levels of growth and productivity. They will remain longer with the organisation, perform better and ultimately deliver better service to your customers.
This popular 3 full-day course will equip you with key skills that you can utilise to maximise your staff's performance in line with the company's objectives.
This interactive course will also empower you with strategic approaches to overcome the people challenges that you may encounter while enabling you to optimise your business strategies successfully.
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Your course leader is the author of Spirit IntelligenceTM and specialises in executive leadership facilitation and management development. He gained a first class honours degree in chemical engineering from Edinburgh University in Scotland and has undertaken postgraduate studies in psychology at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. Your course leader's corporate career spanned 14 years in Oil and Gas with BP, Amoco and AGL. Since 1993, he has worked across five continents with more than 170 clients including Rothschild, QBE, AT&amp;T, Intel, Towers Perrin, Thomas Cook, Fujitsu, Nortel, Frank Russell, Electrolux, Arab Bank, Cable and Wireless, GSK, Merck, Sharpe and Dome, World Vision, Ericsson, IBM, Placer Dome Gold, Jim Beam, Ernst &amp; Young and Commonwealth Bank of Australia. He focuses on what he calls tapping The Hidden Advantage to unleash the power of the whole person - the power of the body and mind, the passion of the emotions and the enthusiasm, motivation, commitment, initiative, creativity, resilience and persistence of the spirit in business.
He is very experienced internationally in both skills enhancement and the strategic facilitation of tough and intractable client challenges. His approach is pragmatic. He provides his clients with a powerful range of practical tools and approaches to enable management to tap The Hidden Advantage latent in their staff and achieve optimum performance and results. A powerful and compelling speaker, he combines humour, energy and passion. He draws on a wealth of personal experience and thorough research.
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About this Training Course
One of the main challenges for today's managers is effectively leading and successfully communicating vision that inspires employees to perform. Good leadership engages people and employees who feel both engaged and enabled contribute to higher levels of growth and productivity. They will remain longer with the organisation, perform better and ultimately deliver better service to your customers.
This popular 3 full-day course will equip you with key skills that you can utilise to maximise your staff's performance in line with the company's objectives.
This interactive course will also empower you with strategic approaches to overcome the people challenges that you may encounter while enabling you to optimise your business strategies successfully.
An ILM Recognised programme.
Training Objectives
What are the benefits that you will gain from attending this course? * Enhance your personal effectiveness and decision-making * Learn how to boost your influencing capability * Inspire enthusiasm, motivation and commitment * Communicate effectively across a multi-cultural team * Nurture your relationships and strengthen your team * Develop an empowering partnership team culture
Target Audience
Who should attend this course? Anyone involved in leading a business unit or a project team can attend. It covers relationships with host governments, contractors, suppliers and local communities which constitute critical alliances for the development of a project. This course is essential for team leaders, supervisors or managers from the following functions:
Project management engineers from various technical disciplines
Ad-hoc or special project team leaders in legal, technical & financial disciplines
Country managers or business development officers of contractors
JV management executives or officers
Government officials or industry liaison officers
Procurement or contracts executives or officers
 
Trainer
Your course leader is the author of Spirit IntelligenceTM and specialises in executive leadership facilitation and management development. He gained a first class honours degree in chemical engineering from Edinburgh University in Scotland and has undertaken postgraduate studies in psychology at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. Your course leader's corporate career spanned 14 years in Oil and Gas with BP, Amoco and AGL. Since 1993, he has worked across five continents with more than 170 clients including Rothschild, QBE, AT&T, Intel, Towers Perrin, Thomas Cook, Fujitsu, Nortel, Frank Russell, Electrolux, Arab Bank, Cable and Wireless, GSK, Merck, Sharpe and Dome, World Vision, Ericsson, IBM, Placer Dome Gold, Jim Beam, Ernst & Young and Commonwealth Bank of Australia. He focuses on what he calls tapping The Hidden Advantage to unleash the power of the whole person - the power of the body and mind, the passion of the emotions and the enthusiasm, motivation, commitment, initiative, creativity, resilience and persistence of the spirit in business.
He is very experienced internationally in both skills enhancement and the strategic facilitation of tough and intractable client challenges. His approach is pragmatic. He provides his clients with a powerful range of practical tools and approaches to enable management to tap The Hidden Advantage latent in their staff and achieve optimum performance and results. A powerful and compelling speaker, he combines humour, energy and passion. He draws on a wealth of personal experience and thorough research.
POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL)
To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster.

Request for further information post training support and fees applicable
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EnergyEdge - Training for a Sustainable Energy Future

Renewable Energy

Oil & Gas

Leadership & Team Dynamics in Oil & Gas

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Join me over the next 10 weeks to unlock your full potential. Overcoming your day-to-day challenges without procrastination, without losing determination and making better decisions to improve your life!<div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </div><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">Program Details Module 1 (2 weeks)✔ Wheel of life✔ Your learning style✔ Daily practice tools✔ How to love and accept yourself Module 2 (3 weeks)✔ Be self-aware of your inner critic✔ Connecting with your true self✔ Crush self-doubt✔ Transform your inner critic &nbsp;Module 3 (3 weeks)✔ Create more energy in your life✔ Create balance and purpose✔ Maximise productivity✔ Create your self care plan &nbsp;Module 4 (2 weeks)✔ Build the courage to step up✔ Playing big✔ Empowering affirmations✔ Create your vision and implement it<div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </div><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">After completing the 10-week group programme, you will:&bull; Be more resilient&bull; Meet your challenges with confidence&bull; Achieve your goals with clarity&bull; Truly SHINE and be your authentic self<div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </div><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><blockquote fr-original-style="" style="border-left: 2px solid rgb(94, 53, 177); color: rgb(94, 53, 177); margin-left: 0px; padding-left: 5px; box-sizing: border-box;">My session with Pinky allowed me the time to &lsquo;think out loud&rsquo; all the factors that were in play and my feelings towards them. She then worked out the barriers I was experiencing and seamlessly worked through them with me. She then gave me tools to continue to work past those barriers with some very achievable goals! I instantly felt like I had a better perspective on this change and felt less chaotic in my thoughts. Thanks, Pinky!&nbsp;- Gemma (Edinburgh)</blockquote>

Join me over the next 10 weeks to unlock your full potential. Overcoming your day-to-day challenges without procrastination, without losing determination and making better decisions to improve your life!



Program Details


Module 1 (2 weeks)
✔ Wheel of life
✔ Your learning style
✔ Daily practice tools
✔ How to love and accept yourself


Module 2 (3 weeks)
✔ Be self-aware of your inner critic
✔ Connecting with your true self
✔ Crush self-doubt
✔ Transform your inner critic


 Module 3 (3 weeks)
✔ Create more energy in your life
✔ Create balance and purpose
✔ Maximise productivity
✔ Create your self care plan


 Module 4 (2 weeks)
✔ Build the courage to step up
✔ Playing big
✔ Empowering affirmations
✔ Create your vision and implement it



After completing the 10-week group programme, you will:
• Be more resilient
• Meet your challenges with confidence
• Achieve your goals with clarity
• Truly SHINE and be your authentic self



My session with Pinky allowed me the time to ‘think out loud’ all the factors that were in play and my feelings towards them. She then worked out the barriers I was experiencing and seamlessly worked through them with me. She then gave me tools to continue to work past those barriers with some very achievable goals! I instantly felt like I had a better perspective on this change and felt less chaotic in my thoughts. Thanks, Pinky! - Gemma (Edinburgh)

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Mindset by Pinky - Career Group Program

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Unlock your potential and embark on an inspiring journey in interior design. Whether you&rsquo;re an aspiring professional or simply a design enthusiast, our workshops offer a safe and supportive space for you to flourish. Let&rsquo;s make your design dreams a reality together.<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><h3 data-key="277" style="color: rgb(48, 49, 51); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(48, 49, 51);">Embark on a thrilling expedition into the realm of Interior Design with us. Since 2016, we&rsquo;ve been conducting captivating Interior Design workshops and courses in Edinburgh, witnessing a multitude of skilled individuals relishing the experience of acquiring new proficiencies. Our offerings are well-suited for both complete novices and those seeking to rejuvenate their expertise. Whether your aspiration is to revamp a room in your abode or simply take a tentative step into the universe of interior design, our workshops and courses are meticulously designed to empower you with the skills and assurance needed to master any interior design venture.</h3><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">What Will You Learn?In our workshops, you&rsquo;ll master various skills, including:<ul style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Gaining the confidence to design small interior spaces</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Creating compelling room plans and sections</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Skillfully using colour in interiors to set the right mood</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Enhancing your drawing skills to bring ideas to life</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Effectively incorporating texture and pattern into your designs</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Utilising lighting to craft captivating atmospheres in your spaces</li></ul>Attendees can request refunds up to 30 days before the event&rsquo;s start date.<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Duration: 5 weeksTimings: TUESDAYS, 6 pm &ndash; 7 pm BSTLocation: ONLINE (ZOOM LIVE TALKS)</div>

Unlock your potential and embark on an inspiring journey in interior design. Whether you’re an aspiring professional or simply a design enthusiast, our workshops offer a safe and supportive space for you to flourish. Let’s make your design dreams a reality together.



Embark on a thrilling expedition into the realm of Interior Design with us. Since 2016, we’ve been conducting captivating Interior Design workshops and courses in Edinburgh, witnessing a multitude of skilled individuals relishing the experience of acquiring new proficiencies. Our offerings are well-suited for both complete novices and those seeking to rejuvenate their expertise. Whether your aspiration is to revamp a room in your abode or simply take a tentative step into the universe of interior design, our workshops and courses are meticulously designed to empower you with the skills and assurance needed to master any interior design venture.



What Will You Learn?
In our workshops, you’ll master various skills, including:
Gaining the confidence to design small interior spaces
Creating compelling room plans and sections
Skillfully using colour in interiors to set the right mood
Enhancing your drawing skills to bring ideas to life
Effectively incorporating texture and pattern into your designs
Utilising lighting to craft captivating atmospheres in your spaces
Attendees can request refunds up to 30 days before the event’s start date.



Duration: 5 weeks
Timings: TUESDAYS, 6 pm – 7 pm BST
Location: ONLINE (ZOOM LIVE TALKS)

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5 week interior design course

<p id="isPasted" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); font-family: sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;" fr-original-style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); font-family: sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">LOOKING FOR:&nbsp;CHAPTER BOOKS, MG, YAKatie works on the Literary list, representing authors across all areas of Fiction, Non-Fiction, Children&rsquo;s, YA, and Graphic Novels. Before joining the Literary team, she worked for Bright in marketing, with previous experience as a bookseller. She loves working with authors to find their books an audience, and particularly enjoys building lasting relationships with editors and authors alike. Katie spends most of her free time reading, and enjoys a wide range of books across Children&rsquo;s, Literary Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy and Graphic Novels. When she&rsquo;s not reading, Katie is also a contributor on the Graham Norton Book Club on Audible.
Katie adores&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MSWL?src=hashtag_click" style="color: rgb(89, 143, 222); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" target="_blank" fr-original-style="color: rgb(89, 143, 222);"></a>a wide range of genres but especially magical realism, sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and romance (or any mix of the above!) She has a particular interest in stories with LGBTQ+, disabled and diverse characters. Incidental representation a plus - no more &lsquo;bury your gays&rsquo; please!
 Katie would like you to submit a covering letter, one page synopsis and the first three chapters (Max 5000 words) of your completed manuscript in a single word document.<p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); font-family: sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;" fr-original-style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); font-family: sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">(In addition to the paid sessions, Katie is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email <a href="mailto:agent121@iaminprint.co.uk" style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration: inherit; cursor: pointer; user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size);" fr-original-style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration: inherit; cursor: pointer; user-select: auto;">agent121@iaminprint.co.uk</a> to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of&nbsp;I Am In Print).&nbsp;By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with&nbsp;I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting.<p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); font-family: sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;" fr-original-style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); font-family: sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">The submission deadline is: Monday 29 July 2024

LOOKING FOR: MG, YA, ADULT FICTION

Originally from the North East of Scotland. Kirsten joined Zeno in the summer 2024 after time working at a previous literary agency and before that working as a bookseller in the Charing Cross branch of Foyles. Kirsten has a BA (Hons) in English from Edinburgh Napier University and a Masters in Children’s Literature from Reading University. 

Kirsten is currently building her own list alongside handling Zeno’s translation rights. 

Kirsten is looking for:

Scottish voices - especially something from the North East - Kirsten is Aberdonian and would love to help a writer from this space emerge.

Water horror - as Kirsten grew up in Aberdeen she is always looking for horror inspired by the sea or the landscape of Scotland - bonus points if it has anything to do with an oil rig!

Workplace horror like Camilla Grudova’s Children of Paradise or Calvin Kasulke’s Several People are Typing (this is not a reflection of her agency!)

Romance - especially young and contemporary - obviously bonus points if it’s set in Scotland and written by someone who has lived there. Kirsten is a huge fan of all the usual suspects, Ali Hazlewood, Ana Huang, Bolu Babalola to name a few!

Romantasy - less elves, more out of the box - Kirsten read Sarah J Maas in 2014/15 and so is looking for something that expands on the genre.

A good crime thriller - Kirsten did her dissertation on terrorism so anything that is well written in this space would be a dream for her. Additionally she really enjoys serial killer novels and the recent fake true crime novels, Penance by Eliza Clark especially thrilled her. 

A Studio Ghibli esque fantasy - luscious landscapes, brilliant characters, a powerfulstory. If any of your comps are a Ghibli film she wants to see it!

Fanfiction writers! Kirsten has always been on the sites and would love you to tell her if you’ve written fanfiction in the past / have an ongoing fanbase - maybe she has already read it.

Kirsten already has:

A nonfiction baking book - Kirsten would not want another at this moment.
A middle grade cosy fantasy - Kirsten would love to see more of this! But worries if it’s too close to what she already has, then it would be a reason for her to turn it down.
A Horror Vampire novel - again she would love to see more of this! But worries if it’s too close to what she already has, that would be a reason for her to turn it down. Vampires would probably be better for her if they were contemporary or in the romantasy space.
A Game of Thrones esque fantasy - a client is already writing this and she wants to give it the space on her list it deserves!

Kirsten is NOT looking for:

Picture books / 5-8 books
Poetry
Police procedural
Hard science fiction

Kirsten would like you to submit a covering letter, one page synopsis and the first three chapters (Max 5000 words) of your completed manuscript in a single word document.

(In addition to the paid sessions, Kirsten is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print). 

By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting.

The submission deadline is: Monday 25th August 2025


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