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Interior Design for the Home – Online Short Course
£84.60 Online
Thu 06-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 11:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? In this course you will learn the tricks of the interior design trade. You will understand how designers use simple methods to make spaces seem bigger, brighter, smaller, more cosy or simply more exciting. During six 90-minute online sessions we will uncover the “tricks of the trade” using your own projects […]
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Life Drawing and Painting
£348.50 Chesham ALC
Fri 07-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:30 - 15:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to enable you to practise the techniques of painting and drawing the human figure, both still and in motion. During the course you will be given demonstrations by the tutor in a variety of techniques of painting and drawing the human figure. You will be able to put […]
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Drawing for Beginners Workshop
£55.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 08-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to build confidence and skills, and enjoy the drawing process. During the course we will explore basic mark making – the foundation of all drawing, work through several drawing exercises, and explore how to create different effects with pencil. We will also cover the use of tone, how […]
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Digital Photography – Summer Colours of The Great Outdoors
£53.90 Stable Courtyard - Waddesdon Manor
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 16:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to develop on your existing skills. The main aim of the workshop is for the tutor to work with you individually and as a group to create interesting compositions and to understand how to use your cameras settings and equipment to enhance and improve your photos.During the course […]
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Stained Glass for Beginners: Summer Miniature Panel – Workshop
£60.90 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Stained Glass is beautiful traditional art. In this one-day course, learners will create a miniature glass decoration, approximately 10cm, consisting of approximately 5 pieces of glass. We will be using the leaded light technique with a rectangular design. This involves cutting glass, applying lead came strips, soldering and cementing. Is this […]
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Drawing Architecture in the Landscape at Chiltern Open Air Museum
£105.20 Chiltern Open Air Museum
Tue 18-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 3
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 14:00 - 18:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to give you the confidence to draw “Architecture in a Landscape” from direct observation, using the unique collection of buildings set in the rural setting of the Chiltern Open Air Museum, (COAM).A range of proven techniques for creating realistic drawings will be demonstrated and individual guidance and help […]
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Wine Appreciation: Summer Refreshment – Rosé v White Wine
£14.70 Online
Thu 20-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 20:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? During this online evening you’ll taste, learn and discuss two wines made from various grape varieties – one white and one rosé. We’ll use the professional wine tasting technique to describe the flavours and aromas found in the glass, compare the wines and decide which one gets the thumbs-up and also […]
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Floristry – Making the Most of Your Supermarket Bunch – Workshop
£60.10 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 22-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? The aim of this course is to give you the skills and techniques needed to create successful designs and to inspire you with some trending ideas to adorn your home. Your tutor, an award-winning florist, will be keen to share lots of interesting flower arranging tips with you using easily available […]
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Stained Glass – Copper Foiled Sun Catcher or Jewellery Workshop
£53.90 Buckingham Centre ALC
Sat 22-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:15 - 15:45
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AvailableWhat will I learn? During the course you will:• Gain knowledge and practical experience of some of the techniques used to design and make 2D stained (cool) glass items.• Explore the different tooling, materials and techniques used for making stained glass items together with their qualities• Cover health and safety procedures relevant to the craft […]
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Introduction to Oil Painting Workshop
£21.60 Pugin Hall, Marlow
Thu 27-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 12:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This workshop aims to inspire those who have an interest in learning to paint using oils. During the session you will be given a demonstration by the tutor. You will then be able to practise what you have learnt to produce a small oil painting. Is this course for me? This […]
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Life Drawing Workshop
£64.90 Amersham ALC
Sat 29-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Drawing the nude human figure is an exciting challenge and something artists have done throughout the ages. On this workshop course you will investigate a range of proven techniques for rendering the human figure and practise them through a series of short and long poses. During the course you will be […]
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Watercolour at Waddesdon – Summer Colours Workshop
£55.90 Stable Courtyard - Waddesdon Manor
Sat 29-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 16:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Learn how to draw and paint using watercolour during this day course, in the beautiful setting of Waddesdon Manor. Appreciate the beautiful colours in the stunning grounds to inspire your creativity.This course will look at the fundamentals of watercolour; it is by learning these that you will be able to develop […]
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Patchwork and Quilting for Beginners – Workshop
£56.90 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Fri 05-Jul-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? During the course you will work on a project set by the tutor. The project will be used to introduce you to the basic techniques used in Patchwork and Quilting to produce a variety of patterned items such as quilts, clothing, bags and home furnishings. Is this course for me? This […]
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Stained Glass for Beginners: Summer Glass Sun Catchers – Workshop
£60.90 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 13-Jul-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Stained Glass is beautiful traditional art. In this course you will be creating a summer themed sun catcher using the copper foil technique, also known as the Tiffany technique. You will be doing the following: cutting coloured glass, grinding glass, copper foiling, and finally soldiering the piece together. Is this course […]