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Learn how to make your own jewellery using silver clay in this half day beginner class in Edinburgh City Centre

Advance your career with our Advanced Diploma in Event Management. Learn essential skills for planning, managing, and marketing events. Enroll now for CPD certification.

Ever ever wished someone would just swoop right on in, sprinkle some magic on your photos or maybe just tell you exactly what to do and how to do it? On this half day, exclusive, in-person workshop, personal brand photographer Susan Heaton Photography will do just that! And it comes complete with an invaluable aftercare support package. Susan has been photographing small businesses in and around Edinburgh for 20 years! I love what I do! I have a wonderful network of business owners and I love sharing my tips and tricks to help them take their own photos - either to tide them over between brand shoots or to help them until they have the budget to get a professional in!” On the Stand Out Shots workshop you’ll learn how to use your phone using very little else (except perhaps a tripod) to take stand-out, professional-looking photos for your business, for social media, blog posts, profile images, website, marketing material and more. Susan will share tips, tricks and secrets she has gathered from 20 years of photographing small businesses in Edinburgh, to help you to take photos that stand out, and you will have invaluable post workshop access to a WhatsApp group for support with implementing what you have learnt. You will: learn how to make the most of the settings on your phone and what they all mean develop skills that will last a lifetime find out how to find the best light available get tips on how to arrange and style your photos practice top posing tips and find the ones that work best for you gain confidence and get rid of the awkward! network and connect with fellow workshoppers If you're self-employed and need some shots of you in action, or run a product-based business, this is the perfect workshop for you and will help you attract customers. But this workshop is not just for business owners, it's for anyone wanting to improve the way they take photos with their phone. What's included: half day workshop fuelled by light refreshments from local suppliers full after-care package so that you can always go back to Susan with questions in-person workshop is only available at The Arienas Collective Earth conscious credentials We are mindful of the effect we have on the environment, and do our best to minimise our impact. Your workshop correspondence and notes are sent to you electronically. Favourite feedback We love to hear what you think about our workshops. Here's a favourite review for Stand Out Shots: If you are wondering whether this course is for you, then it definitely is! I knew I had a great phone but absolutely zero knowledge of its capability or even how to use it! Susan's delivery is friendly, calm, patient and insightful and her experience is invaluable. Just learning the basics of my phone, and more about photo composition, lighting and editing tips has already paid dividends for my marketing posts. 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.

Learn how to make a mosaic mirror with Mossy Mosaic hosted at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh City Centre

Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies Deepen your knowledge of Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies and wedding planning by enrolling in Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies & Wedding Planner course. This Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies & Wedding Planner course will teach you the fundamentals of events. It will help you in polishing your creativity and utilise it. This industry expert-designed course will guide you on the ins and outs of planning events and will prepare you for planning extraordinary weddings. Establish a thriving career in the Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies or wedding planning industry with our Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies & Wedding Planner course. Take this course anywhere and at any time. Don't let your lifestyle limit your learning or your potential. Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies & Wedding Planner will provide you with the CPD certificate that you'll need to succeed. Experienced tutors and mentors will be there for you whenever you need them and solve all your queries through email and chat boxes. This Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies & Wedding Planner Bundle Consists of the following Premium courses: Course 01: Event Management & Wedding Planner Course 02: Event Planning Course 03: Level 3 Hospitality Management Course Course 04: Catering Management Course 05: Drone Photography Course Course 06: Sophisticated Baking and Cake Decorating Level 2 Course 07: Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety Course Course 08: Wedding Photography Course 09: Customer Relationship Management Course 10: Creativity and Problem-Solving Skills Course 11: Time Management So, enrol now in this Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies course to advance your career! Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies Curriculum of Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies Bundle Course 01: Event Management & Wedding Planner Wedding Planner as a Profession The Big Day Planning Wedding Party Dresses Makeup Artist Course Final Budget Wedding Planner Business Marketing Starting a Business as a Wedding Planner Certificate Section After successfully completing the Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies Bundle course, you will be able to order your CPD Accredited Certificates (PDF + Hard Copy) as proof of your achievement. PDF Certificate: Free (Previously it was £6* 11 = £66) Hard Copy Certificate: Free (For The Title Course) PS The delivery charge inside the UK is £3.99, and international students have to pay £9.99. CPD 110 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies Requirements Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies Career path Event Planning and Management: Fundamentals and Strategies Having this expertise will increase the value of your CV and open you up to multiple job sectors. Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included Certificate of completion Hard copy certificate - Included You will get the Hard Copy certificate for the title course (Event Management & Wedding Planner) absolutely Free! Other Hard Copy certificates are available for £10 each. Please Note: The delivery charge inside the UK is £3.99, and the international students must pay a £9.99 shipping cost.

Events Management Course Diploma A career in events management or wedding management can be exceptionally rewarding. This is a fast paced environment where you will be expected to know the industry and have outstanding planning and problem solving skills. This course is ideal for anyone who is looking for a successful career as a wedding or event manager or for anyone who is already working within the industry, but wants to have a certification in place to prove their passion and dedication to the industry. Introduction to Events Management Course Diploma The events management course diploma is made up of twenty three modules. These modules are brimming with valuable information, tips, advice and guidance to help you enjoy a successful career as an events or wedding manager. The course should take around fifteen hours to complete with the convenience of studying at your own pace and where you feel most comfortable, utilising the online modules which work on all devices. You will learn a host of essential skills, including staging and design, event logistics, legalities and what you need to know to start your own event management business. During your studies you will have access to online support and on completion you will need to pass a multiple choice test which is based on what you have learned in the modules. On passing, you can download and print your certificate straight away.   What You Will Learn In this information packed course, you can expect to learn the following: Understand the benefits of having a diploma and what is expected of you as an events manager. Learn the benefits of strategic management, why budgeting is so important and identify different events management software solutions. Identify why customer service skills are so important along with how to improve your communication skills effectively. Learn about the various types of events you may be asked to manage during your career. Learn about staging and design and gain insight into using the venue's resources, how to use seasonal themes and so much more. Understand the importance of financial management. Learn how to stick to a budget, sell tickets and manage the finances effectively throughout the event. Get insight into the importance of health and safety at all events. Learn how to run an event safely, what to look out for and how to cater to emergencies. Get advice on troubleshooting and logistics at events from electricity supply to tables and parking. Understand the wedding planning industry and why people need wedding planners to help them organise their special day. Identify with the various wedding types. Learn the wedding planning process. How to choose the right wedding venue based on your clients. Venues, hidden extras, negotiating the best prices and more. Understand the different wedding ceremonies and legalities, such as who can get married, making it official and schedules. Learn how to choose the right wedding theme. Learn how to save money when it comes to wedding attire, along with the regulations you need to be aware of. Get valuable insight on wedding catering and entertainment. Understand your role when it comes to printed materials. Organising transportation. Tips to find the best wedding photographers and videographers. Know your role as a wedding planner when the couple is getting married abroad. How to start your own events management business. Get a firm understanding of marketing, insurance and tax when opening your own events management business.   Benefits of the Event Management Course This event management course is guaranteed to provide you with a wide range of superior benefits from when you first decide on events management as your career to running your own successful business. The benefits include: Recognised certification. Online support throughout your studies. Informative modules you can rely on. Study at your own pace, no set schedules to work to. Boost your career in events management. Gain the knowledge and skills you need to enjoy a successful career. Get the insight and advice you need to start your own events management business.

Capturing images that a couple will treasure forever is one of the most rewarding parts of being a photographer. Whether you are an enthusiast with just a huge passion for photography or a professional developing your career, eventually a friend, family member or client will ask you to capture the biggest day of their lives.

Events Management Certification Level 2 course introduction Regardless of whether you need to design a corporate excursion or you work in the cordiality and the travel industry, having a comprehension of how to arrange and oversee occasions is indispensable. Occasions the board incorporates occasions, everything being equal, from something as little as a lunch meeting to as extensive as a gathering or celebration. Consequently, having the information important to run an occasion can make you a more significant resource for either a current or imminent business. This course is additionally incredible for business visionaries who might want to become famous, sorting out an assortment of occasion types, for example, shows or weddings. This 23 module course will manage your colleagues through all they require to know, to put together and run an occasion. What's Covered in the Course? Through this course, team members will learn all about: The fields in which having knowledge of event management is absolutely necessary How to use strategies, to effortlessly co-ordinate your events, while also maintaining a focus on budget Different types of events, from small events to massive events and how to plan and organize them accordingly The venues that are ideal for different event types and what you need to look out for, when shopping for one Why developing a thorough and well thought out budget is such an important step Providing your employees with the ideal methods for promoting your event, in order to receive the highest possible turnout, including the use of social media and other resources How to organize a safe event and cope with potential emergencies Methods of attaining all necessary equipment, such as seating, tents, toilets and electricity An introduction to wedding planning and how to pursue this exciting career option The legalities of planning events, including what insurance is necessary and your liability, in case of injury or death What are the Benefits of the Course? While studying for this course, your employees can expect to enjoy the following benefits: Gaining the necessary knowledge, in order to plan such events Knowing how to plan events of all sizes for your company The ability to study at the time and from the place that best suits them Upon completion of the course, your team member will be provided with an industry-recognized and accredited certification - this can enhance your company's reputation Study materials are available on all major devices - all that's required is an internet connection.   Course Modules: Module 1: Introduction to Event Planning Module 5 : Staging and Design Module 7 : Health and Safety for Events Module 8 : Event management logistics & troubleshooting Module 9 : Wedding Planning Introduction Module 10 : Types of Wedding Module 11 : The Wedding Planning Process Module 12 : Choosing a Wedding Venue Module 13 : Wedding ceremonies & Wedding Legalities Module 14 : Planning a Wedding Theme Module 15: Clothing , Beauty & Attire for Weddings Module 16: Wedding Catering Module 17: Wedding Entertainment Module 18: Printed Materials and the Gift List Module 19 : Wedding Transport Module 20 : Photography/Videography Module 21 : Weddings Abroad Module 22 : Starting Your Own Events Planning Business Module 23: Marketing, Insurance & Tax A short video that might be interest to you:

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Commercial photography is one of the highly paid professions in the photographic industry. A vocation in commercial photography can be very exciting while you are on tour around the world, shooting a yearly report, organisation handout, travel article, or an ad for a worldwide corporation. This commercial photography program is intended for enthusiastic students who want to peruse a career in commercial photography. By the end of this course, students will have the essential skills to take on jobs and create a quality product. Course Highlights Accredited Commercial Photography Training is an award winning and the best selling course that has been given the CPD Certification & IAO accreditation. It is the most suitable course anyone looking to work in this or relevant sector. It is considered one of the perfect courses in the UK that can help students/learners to get familiar with the topic and gain necessary skills to perform well in this field. We have packed Accredited Commercial Photography Training into 47 modules for teaching you everything you need to become successful in this profession. To provide you ease of access, this course is designed for both part-time and full-time students. You can become accredited in just 1 day, 21 hours and it is also possible to study at your own pace. We have experienced tutors who will help you throughout the comprehensive syllabus of this course and answer all your queries through email. For further clarification, you will be able to recognize your qualification by checking the validity from our dedicated website. Why You Should Choose Accredited Commercial Photography Training Lifetime access to the course No hidden fees or exam charges CPD Accredited certification on successful completion Full Tutor support on weekdays (Monday - Friday) Efficient exam system, assessment and instant results Download Printable PDF certificate immediately after completion Obtain the original print copy of your certificate, dispatch the next working day for as little as £9. Improve your chance of gaining professional skills and better earning potential. Who is this Course for? Accredited Commercial Photography Training is CPD certified and IAO accredited. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. As there is no experience and qualification required for this course, it is available for all students from any academic backgrounds. Requirements Our Accredited Commercial Photography Training is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path You will be ready to enter the relevant job market after completing this course. You will be able to gain necessary knowledge and skills required to succeed in this sector. All our Diplomas' are CPD and IAO accredited so you will be able to stand out in the crowd by adding our qualifications to your CV and Resume. Professional Photography Basics How to Become a Digital Photographer? FREE 02:00:00 Getting into the Scene FREE 02:00:00 Choosing the Right Camera 02:00:00 Making Pictures for a Living 03:00:00 The Tools and Software for Editing the Images 02:00:00 The Most Commonly Asked Questions 01:00:00 Starting your own Photography Business FREELANCE PHOTOGRAPHY AND YOU 01:00:00 SHOULD YOU BE IN THIS BUSINESS FOR YOURSELF? 01:00:00 WEDDINGS 01:00:00 PORTRAITS 01:00:00 CARDS 01:00:00 NEWSPAPERS 02:00:00 SPECIALTY PHOTOGRAPHY 01:00:00 COPYRIGHTING YOUR WORK 01:00:00 ESTABLISHING YOUR BUSINESS 00:30:00 Freelancing Photography Introduction 00:30:00 Photographs Everywhere You Look 00:30:00 Do You Have What It Takes? 01:00:00 Choosing a Camera 01:00:00 Get 'Get Rich Quick' Out of Your Head 00:30:00 Like Winning the Lottery 01:00:00 Microstock Photography 01:00:00 Sites That Pay for Your Photos 02:00:00 Posting Your Photos Online 02:00:00 Who Buys Photos? 00:15:00 For The Truly Ambitious 01:00:00 Wedding Photography Techniques Know Why A Professional Wedding Photographer Is Best FREE 01:00:00 The Importance Of A Wedding Photography Shot List FREE 00:30:00 Mistakes First Time Wedding Photographers Make 00:30:00 A Wedding Photographer Cannot Be Timid 00:30:00 Are You Using RAW? 00:30:00 Getting Great Detail Wedding Shots 00:30:00 Make The Most Of The Unexpected With Wedding Photography 01:00:00 Problems On The Site For Wedding Photographers 01:00:00 Use Continuous Shooting Features 00:30:00 Wedding Photographer Gets Up High 01:00:00 Showcase Your Photos At The Wedding Reception 00:15:00 Wedding Photography With Two Cameras? 00:30:00 Selecting Property Wedding Photo Backgrounds 00:30:00 Wedding Photographer Tips For Changing Things Up 01:00:00 Wedding Photographers Should Check Out The Location 01:00:00 Wedding Photography And Diffused Light 00:30:00 Wedding Photographer Tips For Back Up Support 00:30:00 Wedding Photographer Tip For What Couples Expect From You 00:30:00 Wedding Photography: Handling The Family Photo 00:30:00 Wedding Photography Tip For Deleting As You Go 00:15:00 Wedding Photography Is Profitable 01:00:00 Mock Exam Final Exam