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Art and Design

Art, Drawing and Life Drawing, Portraiture, Watercolour, Painting and Oil Painting, Illustration and Photography

Free Taster Classes

Monday 12th to Friday 16th December 2011 at Macbeth

Try something new and free. Come along to one of our exciting classes and uncover a hidden talent for drawing or design. Learn how to dance, from Salsa to Ballet, or unleash your creativity through woodwork and upholstery. Download the leaflet for more details.

Programme manager

Jane Sutton
0845 839 7912
alssinfo@lbhf.gov.uk

This exciting programme is open to everyone, whatever your level, and includes accredited and non accredited courses.

We offer a professional environment whether you are a complete beginner or working towards a trade qualification. Some courses are very popular, so if you are planning on continuing for more than one term, we strongly recommend enrolling for the following term’s course, or re-enrolling as soon as possible. This is particularly important for students working on a project.

It may be possible to pay course fees by regular installments throughout your course, instead of paying the full amount at the start. Please ask about installment plans when you enrol.

Further education/qualification classes
Courses with a blue band are accredited and are aimed at those who would like to work towards a nationally recognised qualification.

Courses leading to a qualification will require an interview before you can enrol.

Concessions
If you are entitled to a concessionary fee and join any accredited course, you will receive a £20 discount for every additional accredited course you join.

To help pay for course fees and materials, it may be possible to apply for the Learner Support Fund.

Equipment
The department provides most specialised tools and equipment, but you will need to buy the raw materials for your project(s). The course information sheets give detailed information of what students will be expected to bring.

Health and safety
The tools, machines and substances used in classes can be dangerous and you play an important role in ensuring safety. We apply professional standards, so you will be expected to wear the recommended protective clothing and equipment. All accidents or hazards must be reported to your lecturer immediately.

Storing work
There is limited storage.

End of year shows
You will have an opportunity to take part in our annual Arts and Crafts exhibition at the end of the summer term.

It is possible to start most courses in September, January and April. If you choose to study for more than one term your tutor will help you develop your skills throughout the year by setting new targets through your own individual learning plan.
 

Club Classes

Club Classes
Club Classes are privately run classes held at venues used by the Adult Learning and Skills Service. To enrol on a Club Class, please contact the tutor directly as all tution fees must be paid directly to the tutor. For further information about any Club Class, please contact the tutor.



Jewellery workshop   Club Class   
The Jewellery club is suitable for people who have experience with jewellery making/metal work and can work independantly. It is also suitable for those considering starting a jewellery making business but do not yet have a workshop. It provides an opportunity for people to work on their own projects, at their own pace, whilst allowing access to tools and facilities such as a rolling mill, fume cupboard and other specialised tools. Members work on their own projects, at their own speed and are expected to provide their own materials. Some guidance/ideas may come from other group members, but there is no formal tuition. 
Fees   full £100
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End  
Fri   11:00-15:00   10   SAN   13/01/12   16/03/12  
Tutor:  Liz Varley   Tel:  07958 648 179   
Email:  catzclawliz@gmail.com 
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Quick course list

 
Art - basic skills inclusive classDrawing - beginners
Drawing and painting - mixed abilityLife drawing - beginners
Life drawing - mixed abilityLife drawing and painting - Saturdays
Oil painting - SaturdaysPortraiture - Saturdays
Portraiture - mixed abilityOil painting - mixed ability
Watercolour - mixed abilityDrawing - Life drawing C&G level 1 award - human figure linear
Drawing - Life drawing - C&G level 1 award - human figure colourIllustrating children's books
Photography - introduction to using your cameraPhotography - beginners
Photography - intermediatePhotography - advanced
Interior design - beginnersPottery - beginners
Pottery - mixed abilityPottery - for new learners
Jewellery - mixed abilityJewellery - beginners/intermediate
Jewellery - intermediate/advancedStained glass
Picture frame makingPicture framing and mount cutting
Picture and frame restorationFurniture restoration - mixed ability
Woodwork - Restoration of upholstery framesWoodwork and restoration Saturdays
Woodwork - open workshop SaturdayWoodwork - basic skills inclusive class
Woodwork - mixed abilityWoodwork - cabinet making
Woodwork - mixed ability -all levels (with option to follow the C&G 6217 syllabus)DIY - beginners plumbing and tiling
DIY - beginners electrics and decoratingUpholstery - beginners
Upholstery - mixed abilityUpholstery - advanced
Upholstery - for beginners Saturday course 1Upholstery - for beginners Saturday course 2
Upholstery - Saturday access dayUpholstery - C&G level 1 award - a drop in seat
Upholstery - C&G level 1 award - modern upholstered stoolSoft furnishings - beginners
Clothes making - beginnersClothes making - mixed ability
Clothes making - fashionable skirtGeneral sewing
Crochet - an introductionBaking and finishing 3
 

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Art - basic skills inclusive class   
Introductory projects to give learners a wide range of experience in drawing and painting techniques and materials. This is a fully inclusive class which means that everyone is welcome and is ideal for people with learning and other disabilities and mainstream students who have little or no experience and want to work at a slower pace.  More information...
Fees:   full £58   conc £24   non EU £248
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Mon   13:00-15:00   11   MAC   09/01/12   26/03/12   AA2010Jane Denyer   Full
Mon   13:00-15:00   11   MAC   09/01/12   26/03/12   AA2010Yvonne Edwards   Full
Mon   13:00-15:00   11   MAC   23/04/12   16/07/12   AA3010Yvonne Edwards   
Mon   13:00-15:00   11   MAC   23/04/12   16/07/12   AA3010Jane Denyer   
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Drawing - beginners   
Develop the use of drawing materials and their properties. Study drawing techniques and application. Develop skills in composition and rendering of visual information. Further development of use of sketchbooks. Some sessions may take place outdoors or in museums.  More information...
Fees:   full £146   conc £58   non EU £253
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Fri   18:30-20:30   11   MAC   13/01/12   30/03/12   AA2020Stephen Gregson   
Fri   18:30-20:30   10   MAC   27/04/12   13/07/12   AA3020Stephen Gregson   
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Drawing and painting - mixed ability   
You will make studies from still-life to develop your skills of composition, draughtsmanship and modelling. We will also investigate the work of well known artists to inform the work produced.  More information...
Fees:   full £166   conc £65   non EU £314
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Thu   13:00-15:30   11   MAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   AA2040Jutta McDonald   
Thu   13:00-15:30   11   MAC   26/04/12   12/07/12   AA3040Jutta McDonald   
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Life drawing - beginners   
Discover why life drawing is considered the essential discipline of good draughtsmanship. We will cover: proportion, centre of gravity, structure, mark making, styles and approaches and use of various materials.  More information...
Fees:   full £170   conc £82   non EU £277
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Thu   19:00-21:00   11   MAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   AA2100Stephen Gregson   Nearly Full
Thu   19:00-21:00   11   MAC   26/04/12   12/07/12   AA3100Stephen Gregson   
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Life drawing - mixed ability   
Proportion, centre of gravity, structure, mark making, styles and approaches, use of various materials. More information...
Fees:   full £170   conc £82   non EU £277
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Wed   19:00-21:00   11   MAC   25/04/12   11/07/12   AA3110Jane Denyer   
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Life drawing and painting - Saturdays   
This course is designed to provide the opportunity to develop your drawing and painting skills by having a longer session. We will cover proportion, centre of gravity, structure, mark making, styles and approaches, use of various materials. More information...
Fees:   full £70   conc £35   non EU £104
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Sat   10:00-15:00   2   MAC   12/05/12   19/05/12   AA3130Jane Denyer   
Sat   10:00-15:00   2   MAC   10/03/12   17/03/12   AA2135Jane Denyer   
Sat   10:00-15:00   2   MAC   16/06/12   23/06/12   AA3135Jane Denyer   
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Oil painting - Saturdays   
Anyone who would like the opportunity to learn about and experience painting with oils.  More information...
Fees:   full £60   conc £25   non EU £94
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Sat   10:00-15:00   2   MAC   25/02/12   03/03/12   AA2136Jane Denyer   
Sat   10:00-15:00   2   MAC   26/05/12   02/06/12   AA3136Jane Denyer   
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Portraiture - Saturdays   
This course is designed to provide the opportunity to create a portrait of your choice, a model will be available.  More information...
Fees:   full £70   conc £35   non EU £104
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Sat   10:00-15:00   2   MAC   24/03/12   31/03/12   AA2137Jane Denyer   
Sat   10:00-15:00   2   MAC   07/07/12   14/07/12   AA3137Jane Denyer   
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Portraiture - mixed ability   
In this class the aim is to use methods of drawing and painting to make a successful likeness and select methods that bring out the personality of the sitter. A visit to the National Portrait Gallery will be included as part of the course following consulation with the class.  More information...
Fees:   full £189   conc £88   non EU £337
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Thu   09:45-12:15   11   MAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   AA2200Jutta McDonald   
Thu   09:45-12:15   11   MAC   26/04/12   12/07/12   AA3200Jutta McDonald   
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Oil painting - mixed ability   
You will learn to handle, mix, control and apply oil paints using various mixing mediums, papers and boards. Painting technique and styles will be developed through studies in tone and colour using brushes and knives.  More information...
Fees:   full £171   conc £64   non EU £309
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Tue   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   10/01/12   27/03/12   AA2210Stephen Gregson   
Tue   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   24/04/12   10/07/12   AA3210Stephen Gregson   
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Watercolour - mixed ability   
Papers, pigments, colour mixing, exploring the techniques of watercolour e.g. washes, bleeding, drying times, wet on wet, opaque colour, graduated fades, water to pigment ratios, drawing and observational skills.  More information...
Fees:   full £161   conc £60   non EU £311
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Tue   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   10/01/12   27/03/12   AA2230Stephen Gregson   Nearly Full
Tue   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   24/04/12   10/07/12   AA3230Stephen Gregson   
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Drawing - Life drawing C&G level 1 award - human figure linear    
In this level 1 course you will develop the ability to portray the human form using line and explore how a variety of media can be used expressively to create a series of at least 5 finished artworks. Display and storage will be covered.  More information...
Fees:   full £155   conc £90   non EU £373
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Mon   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   09/01/12   26/03/12   AA2240Tim Cunliffe   Nearly Full
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Drawing - Life drawing - C&G level 1 award - human figure colour   
In this level 1 course you will develop the ability to portray the human form using drawing and water based painting techniques and explore how a variety of media can be used expressively to create a series of at least 5 finished artworks. Display and storage will be covered.  More information...
Fees:   full £155   conc £90   non EU £373
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Mon   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   23/04/12   16/07/12   AA3240Tim Cunliffe   
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Illustrating children's books   
If you want to illustrate books, or improve your illustration skills generally, this course is for you. Although it is advantageous to have some drawing ability, beginners are welcome. The course will cover illustrating from board-books and picture books to novels for young readers, using all media, from water colour to computer graphics. The course will be taught by Russell Coulson who has experience in all forms of illustration and design and specialises in children’s products. He has produced children’s books for publishers in this country and Australia, and worked as an illustrator/designer for Disney and Warner Bros.  More information...
Fees:   full £141   conc £53   non EU £248
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Mon   19:00-21:00   11   MAC   09/01/12   26/03/12   AB2240Russell Coulson   Nearly Full
Mon   19:00-21:00   11   MAC   23/04/12   16/07/12   AB3240Russell Coulson   
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Photography - introduction to using your camera   
You will be introduced to using a camera and what the manual controls can help you achieve. Also lots of tips on how to take successful pictures, what makes a good composition so that you can record your world in pictures.  More information...
Fees:   full £68   conc £28   non EU £94
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Sat   10:00-15:00   2   MAC   28/04/12   05/05/12   AC3300Patrick Gorman   
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Photography - beginners   
You will be introduced to the use of your camera, and begin to look at techniques including exposure, depth of field, lenses, films and filters in this practical course. Learners will be introduced to photographic issues and trends.  More information...
Fees:   full £171   conc £64   non EU £309
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Tue   13:00-15:30   11   MAC   10/01/12   27/03/12   AC2400Patrick Gorman   
Tue   13:00-15:30   11   MAC   24/04/12   10/07/12   AC3400Patrick Gorman   
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Photography - intermediate   
In this practical course we furthur develop 35mm camera techniques including exposure,depth of field, lenses, films and filters. Students will critically examine current photographic issues and trends.  More information...
Fees:   full £171   conc £64   non EU £309
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Tue   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   10/01/12   27/03/12   AC2405Patrick Gorman   Nearly Full
Tue   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   24/04/12   10/07/12   AC3405Patrick Gorman   
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Photography - advanced    
"In this course you will further develop your photographic techniques including the use of lenses, composition, lighting - photoflood/tungsten and flash to produce interesting still-life’s, close-up /macro photography and high quality portraits. The compellation of your images into a portfolio. Students will critically examine photographic issues and trends."  More information...
Fees:   full £171   conc £64   non EU £308
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Thu   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   26/04/12   12/07/12   AC3407Patrick Gorman   
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Interior design - beginners   
In this practical course you will be introduced to the interior design process. We will look at room surveys, plans & elevations and colour theory as a first step towards redesigning a room to a specific design brief.  More information...
Fees:   full £175   conc £65   non EU £309
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Wed   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   11/01/12   28/03/12   AD2800Kim Couling   Full
Wed   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   25/04/12   11/07/12   AD3800Kim Couling   
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Pottery - beginners   
This class is designed to accommodate those with little or no experience of pottery. Each week we will cover different techniques in basic hand building and surface decoration including: pinching, coiling, slab building, press moulding and basic wheel – throwing skills. You will also be shown how to apply decorating slips, Majolica, lustres and oxides.  More information...
Fees:   full £185   conc £75   non EU £318
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Mon   13:30-16:00   11   HAC   09/01/12   26/03/12   AF2500Zarina Abdullah   
Mon   13:30-16:00   11   HAC   23/04/12   16/07/12   AF3500Zarina Abdullah   
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Pottery - mixed ability   
Hands on instruction will focus on an introduction to the fundamentals of hand building, including: pinching, coiling, slab building and press moulding. You will also be shown how to apply decorating slips, Majolica, lustres and oxides. Towards the end of the course you will be shown basic wheel based work. This class is designed to accommodate those with little experience or those with some experience who wish to increase or refresh their proficiency and technical skills.  More information...
Fees:   full £185   conc £75   non EU £319
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Tue   09:30-12:00   11   HAC   10/01/12   27/03/12   AF2510Zarina Abdullah   Nearly Full
Tue   09:30-12:00   11   HAC   24/04/12   10/07/12   AF3510Zarina Abdullah   
Wed   09:30-12:00   11   HAC   11/01/12   28/03/12   AF2511Karen Fall   
Wed   09:30-12:00   11   HAC   25/04/12   11/07/12   AF3511Karen Fall   
Thu   13:30-16:00   11   HAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   AF2512Karen Fall   
Thu   13:30-16:00   11   HAC   26/04/12   12/07/12   AF3512Karen Fall   
Thu   18:00-20:00   10   HAC   19/01/12   29/03/12   AF2513Zarina Abdullah   
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Pottery - for new learners   
Suitable for beginners and those new to the subject. This class is designed to accommodate those with little or no experience of pottery. Each week we will cover different techniques in basic hand building and surface decoration including: pinching, coiling, slab building, press moulding and basic wheel – throwing skills. You will also be shown how to apply decorating slips, Majolica, lustres and oxides.  More information...
Fees:   full £86   conc £41   non EU £236
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Thu   18:00-20:00   10   HAC   26/04/12   05/07/12   AF3513Zarina Abdullah   
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Jewellery - mixed ability   
We will cover soldering, etching, enamelling, piercing, filing, forming, shaping, doming, wax carving, roll printing, basic hinges & joints, chain making, box making. Finishing and polishing, making findings, drawing wire, laminate inlay, forging (i.e. a taper).  More information...
Fees:   full £180   conc £70   non EU £314
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Tue   18:30-21:00   11   SAN   10/01/12   27/03/12   AJ2600Farah Qureshi   Nearly Full
Tue   18:30-21:00   11   SAN   24/04/12   10/07/12   AJ3600Farah Qureshi   
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Jewellery - beginners/intermediate   
Learners will develop skills such as; soldering, etching, enamelling, piercing, filing, forming, shaping, doming, wax carving, reviting, basic hinges and joints to produce rings and other accessories working with silver, gold and twisting wire.  More information...
Fees:   full £180   conc £90   non EU £350
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Tue   10:00-12:30   11   SAN   10/01/12   27/03/12   AJ2610Silke Heuer   Nearly Full
Tue   10:00-12:30   11   SAN   24/04/12   10/07/12   AJ3610Silke Heuer   
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Jewellery - intermediate/advanced   
Learners will develop skills such as; soldering, etching, enamelling, piercing, filing, forming, shaping, doming, wax carving, reviting, basic hinges and joints to produce rings and other accessories working with silver, gold and twisting wire.  More information...
Fees:   full £180   conc £90   non EU £350
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Tue   13:00-15:30   11   SAN   10/01/12   27/03/12   AJ2611Silke Heuer   Full
Tue   13:00-15:30   11   SAN   24/04/12   10/07/12   AJ3611Silke Heuer   
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Stained glass   
You will work on a stained glass panel during which time a range of skills will be taught including: designing cartooning, glass cutting, leading, and soldering. It will also be to possible to explore kiln-fired glass painting techniques, sand blasting and glass fusing.  More information...
Fees:   full £182   conc £72   non EU £315
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Wed   13:00-15:30   11   SAN   11/01/12   28/03/12   AS2700Tim Cunliffe   Full
Wed   13:00-15:30   11   SAN   25/04/12   11/07/12   AS3700Tim Cunliffe   
Wed   18:30-21:00   11   SAN   11/01/12   28/03/12   AS2701Tim Cunliffe   
Wed   18:30-21:00   11   SAN   25/04/12   11/07/12   AS3701Tim Cunliffe   
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Picture frame making   
"The course covers the skills/techniques and materials used in picture framing, including the cutting of mouldings, card mounts, studies of colouring and decorative finishes. You will also get a grounding in the different ways of displaying and care of art works "  More information...
Fees:   full £182   conc £72   non EU £316
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Mon   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   09/01/12   26/03/12   CF2010Shaun Turner   Full
Mon   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   23/04/12   16/07/12   CF3010Shaun Turner   Nearly Full
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Picture framing and mount cutting   
The course covers the skills/techniques and materials used in picture framing, including the cutting of mouldings, card mounts, studies of colouring and decorative finishes. You will also get a grounding in the different ways of displaying and care of art works.  More information...
Fees:   full £182   conc £72   non EU £316
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Wed   13:00-15:30   11   MAC   11/01/12   28/03/12   CF2011Malcolm Jackson   
Wed   13:00-15:30   11   MAC   25/04/12   11/07/12   CF3011Malcolm Jackson   
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Picture and frame restoration    
"The course covers the skills/techniques and materials used in picture restoration, including mould making, gilding, studies of colouring and decorative finishes. You will also get a grounding in the different ways of displaying and care of art works. "  More information...
Fees:   full £180   conc £70   non EU £314
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Wed   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   11/01/12   28/03/12   CF2020Malcolm Jackson   Nearly Full
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Wed   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   25/04/12   11/07/12   CF3020Malcolm Jackson   
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Furniture restoration - mixed ability   
Start or further develop your skills in furniture restoration. While working on your own furniture, learn how to cope with the different problems that can occur, from patching missing wood, mouldings and parts, to colouring, finishing/refinishing and final waxing. Please bring your project to the first class.  More information...
Fees:   full £157   conc £62   non EU £253
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Tue   19:00-21:00   11   MAC   10/01/12   27/03/12   CF2030Michael Nixon   
Tue   19:00-21:00   11   MAC   24/04/12   10/07/12   CF3030Michael Nixon   
Wed   16:00-18:00   11   MAC   25/04/12   11/07/12   CF3031Michael Nixon   
Fri   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   13/01/12   30/03/12   CF2032Mark Finamore   Full
Fri   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   27/04/12   13/07/12   CF3032Mark Finamore   
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Woodwork - Restoration of upholstery frames    
You will begin to develop your skills and knowledge in the ways of firming and stabilizing chair frames in preparation for re-upholstering. You will learn how to overcome different problems with loose construction, learn methods of gluing and clamping projects in order to continue to the next stages. Please bring your project to the first class.  More information...
Fees:   full £36   conc £16   non EU £60
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Sat   10:00-15:30   1   MAC   21/04/12   21/04/12   CF3040Shaun Turner   
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Woodwork and restoration Saturdays   
This Saturday workshop is designed to give people the opportunity to learn woodworking and restoration skills. If you are a beginner you will acquire basic woodwork skills and techniques before embarking on your own personal project. More experienced students can extend their knowledge and skills whilst working on a project from the start. Using a variety of joints and construction methods, hand and power tools and machines, you will produce and execute your own design. Use of machines is at the discretion of the lecturer and is dependent on the students’ experience.  More information...
Fees:   full £164   conc £65   non EU £286
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Sat   10:00-15:30   5   MAC   25/02/12   24/03/12   CH2050Shaun Turner   Nearly Full
Sat   10:00-15:30   5   MAC   16/06/12   14/07/12   CH3050Shaun Turner   
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Woodwork - open workshop Saturday   
This course is run as 3 open workshops. You can either work on a project of your own, with guidance and support from the tutor or, as a beginner, learn some of the basic skills and techniques of woodwork. (Use of machines is at the discretion of the lecturer and is dependent on the students’ experience).  More information...
Fees:   full £34   conc £14   non EU £58
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Sat   10:00-15:30   1   MAC   12/05/12   12/05/12   CH3052Gerry Brennan   
Sat   10:00-15:30   1   MAC   19/05/12   19/05/12   CH3053Gerry Brennan   
Sat   10:00-15:30   1   MAC   26/05/12   26/05/12   CH3054Gerry Brennan   
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Woodwork - basic skills inclusive class   
This course will cover basic joints such as halving, housing and simple tenon, working towards a project of the students choice.  More information...
Fees:   full £55   conc £26   non EU £253
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Mon   10:00-12:00   11   MAC   09/01/12   26/03/12   CH2100Roger Palmer   
Mon   10:00-12:00   11   MAC   09/01/12   26/03/12   CH2100Marcus Mauger   
Mon   10:00-12:00   11   MAC   23/04/12   16/07/12   CH3100Roger Palmer   
Mon   10:00-12:00   11   MAC   23/04/12   16/07/12   CH3100Marcus Mauger   
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Woodwork - mixed ability   
You will acquire basic woodwork skills and techniques before embarking on your own personal project. As you progress you will develop your knowledge and skills whilst working on a project. Using a variety of joints and construction methods, hand and power tools and machines, you will begin to produce and execute your own design. Use of machines is at the discretion of the lecturer and is dependent on the students’ experience.  More information...
Fees:   full £180   conc £70   non EU £314
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Wed   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   11/01/12   28/03/12   CH2208Gerry Brennan   Full
Wed   18:30-21:00   10   MAC   25/04/12   04/07/12   CH3208Gerry Brennan   
Thu   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   CH2210Shaun Turner   Full
Thu   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   26/04/12   12/07/12   CH3210Shaun Turner   Nearly Full
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Woodwork - cabinet making   (Interview required)
If you are a beginner you will acquire basic woodwork skills and techniques before embarking on your own personal project. More experienced students can extend their knowledge and skills whilst working on a project from the start. Using a variety of joints and construction methods, hand and power tools and machines, you will produce and execute your own design. Use of machines is at the discretion of the lecturer and is dependent on the students’ experience.  More information...
Fees:   full £1056   conc £400   non EU £1861
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Tue   10:00-16:00   33   MAC   20/09/11   10/07/12   CH1220Marcus Mauger   
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Woodwork - mixed ability -all levels (with option to follow the C&G 6217 syllabus)   
This is a mixed-level woodwork course and is suitable for anyone who would like to learn and further develop the craft of working with wood, be it just for pleasure, DIY, or as a start to a professional career in the woodworking trades. The course aims to give beginners a thorough grounding in the practical skills involved in working with wood. There will be a series of practical sessions which will help learners develop the confidence to embark on a project of their own choice. More experienced learners can extend their knowledge and skills whilst working on a project from the start, with guidance and support from the tutor. Using a variety of joints and construction methods, hand- and power tools and machines, you will produce and execute your own design. Use of the machines is at the discretion of the lecturer and is dependent on the students' experience. Learners who wish to follow the syllabus of the City & Guilds 6217 Furniture making qualification will acquire a thorough grounding in the skills needed to embark on a career in Furniture making. You will cover the skills and practice of cutting a series of different joints, woodworking materials and processes, use of hand- and power tools and machines, sharpening and maintaining hand-tools and Health and Safety in the workshop, before embarking on the set project which will be a (coffee) table to your own design. This is a year-long course (3 terms), but enrolment is termly and you can enrol in any term and complete however many terms you want and however much of the syllabus you want, either in this, or the following, academic years. This woodwork course aims to increase the range and level of expertise of all learners through a series of practise sessions and practical projects which will encourage learners to develop their own design concepts. More information...
Fees:   full £258   conc £97   non EU £495
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Thu   10:30-15:00   11   MAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   CH2225Gerry Brennan   
Thu   10:30-15:00   10   MAC   26/04/12   05/07/12   CH3225Gerry Brennan   
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DIY - beginners plumbing and tiling    
This course provides the know-how and skills to tackle many of the day to day problems that occur in any home. In five weeks, you will be able to do basic plumbing, learn how to tile both wall and floor and replace broken tiles.  More information...
Fees:   full £68   conc £28   non EU £116
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Thu   19:00-21:00   5   MAC   26/04/12   24/05/12   CJ3301 TBC   Full
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Thu   19:00-21:00   5   MAC   26/04/12   24/05/12   CJ3301 TBC   Full
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DIY - beginners electrics and decorating   
This course provides the know-how and skills to tackle many of the day to day problems that occur in any home. In five weeks, you will be able to learn about basic permitted electrics and how to decorate using wallpaper and paint.  More information...
Fees:   full £68   conc £28   non EU £116
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Thu   19:00-21:00   5   SAN   23/02/12   22/03/12   CJ2302 TBC   Full
Thu   19:00-21:00   5   MAC   14/06/12   12/07/12   CJ3302 TBC   
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Upholstery - beginners   
This course is aimed at students with little or no previous experience of upholstery and provides a supportive learning environment for the development and practice of skills. The course will cover the use of hand tools, Health & Safety, and basic upholstery. You will be encouraged to work on a drop-in seat or dining chair as your first project which should be brought to the first class.  More information...
Fees:   full £176   conc £69   non EU £314
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Mon   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   09/01/12   26/03/12   CM2400Francesca Urquhart-Stewart   Nearly Full
Mon   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   23/04/12   16/07/12   CM3400Francesca Urquhart-Stewart   Nearly Full
Mon   13:00-15:30   11   MAC   09/01/12   26/03/12   CM2410Francesca Urquhart-Stewart   
Mon   13:00-15:30   11   MAC   23/04/12   16/07/12   CM3410Francesca Urquhart-Stewart   
Thu   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   CM2420Sara MacIntosh   Full
Thu   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   26/04/12   12/07/12   CM3420Sara MacIntosh   Full
Thu   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   CM2430Francesca Urquhart-Stewart   Full
Thu   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   26/04/12   12/07/12   CM3430Francesca Urquhart-Stewart   
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Upholstery - mixed ability   
For continuers or new starters this course will teach you the upholstery techniques needed to re-upholster your own furniture. Both traditional and modern techniques are used. You will start on a simple chair, stool or drop in seat and progress on to more complex projects after completing the first item.  More information...
Fees:   full £180   conc £70   non EU £313
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Mon   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   09/01/12   26/03/12   CM2440Catherine May   Nearly Full
Mon   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   23/04/12   16/07/12   CM3440Catherine May   
Tue   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   10/01/12   27/03/12   CM2446Francesca Urquhart-Stewart   Nearly Full
Tue   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   24/04/12   10/07/12   CM3446Francesca Urquhart-Stewart   Nearly Full
Wed   09:30-12:00   11   MAC   11/01/12   28/03/12   CM2447Catherine May   Nearly Full
Wed   09:30-12:00   11   MAC   25/04/12   11/07/12   CM3447Catherine May   
Wed   12:30-15:00   11   MAC   11/01/12   28/03/12   CM2448Catherine May   Nearly Full
Wed   12:30-15:00   11   MAC   25/04/12   11/07/12   CM3448Catherine May   
Wed   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   11/01/12   28/03/12   CM2449Sara MacIntosh   Full
Wed   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   25/04/12   11/07/12   CM3449Sara MacIntosh   Full
Thu   13:00-15:30   11   MAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   CM2451Sara MacIntosh   Full
Thu   13:00-15:30   11   MAC   26/04/12   12/07/12   CM3451Sara MacIntosh   
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Upholstery - advanced   
This course is aimed at students who have completed at least two years of upholstery. It gives you the opportunity to tackle more advanced techniques and chairs. You will participate in group discussions on approaches, restoration and resolving naturally occurring upholstery problems. Please bring your project to the first class.  More information...
Fees:   full £180   conc £70   non EU £314
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Tue   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   10/01/12   27/03/12   CM2460Catherine May   Nearly Full
Tue   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   24/04/12   10/07/12   CM3460Catherine May   Nearly Full
Tue   13:00-15:30   11   MAC   10/01/12   27/03/12   CM2461Catherine May   Nearly Full
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Upholstery - for beginners Saturday course 1   
For continuers or new starters this course will teach you the upholstery techniques needed to re-upholster your own furniture. Both traditional and modern techniques are used. You will upholster a stool or drop in seat to learn the core techniques involved of craft. More information...
Fees:   full £89   conc £42   non EU £132
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Sat   09:30-15:30   2   MAC   28/04/12   05/05/12   CM3470Sara MacIntosh   
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Upholstery - for beginners Saturday course 2    
"For those who have little or no experience in the craft of upholstery, working on a simple project can be rewarding and fun. This course will introduce learners to basic upholstery skills. You will use both traditional and modern materials and techniques, while working on specific pieces over the course – this term our project is a small stool. Students will need to bring their piece of furniture to the first class. "  More information...
Fees:   full £89   conc £42   non EU £132
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Sat   09:30-15:30   2   MAC   10/03/12   17/03/12   CM2472Francesca Urquhart-Stewart   
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Sat   09:30-15:30   2   MAC   23/06/12   30/06/12   CM3472Francesca Urquhart-Stewart   
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Upholstery - Saturday access day    
This open access day is aimed at giving our upholstery students the opportunity to complete or continue projects started over the course of the term. You will get support from the tutor during the day.  More information...
Fees:   full £58   conc £24   non EU £58
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Sat   09:30-15:30   1   MAC   24/03/12   24/03/12   CM2488Francesca Urquhart-Stewart   
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Sat   09:30-15:30   1   MAC   14/07/12   14/07/12   CM3488Francesca Urquhart-Stewart   
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Upholstery - C&G level 1 award - a drop in seat    
For those who want to study upholstery and are interested in getting a qualification in the subject this is the perfect course for you. We will be working to the C&G brief that covers all aspects working in a craft including, design, sampling, use of tools, costings and Health & Safety.  More information...
Fees:   full £131   conc £88   non EU £349
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Fri   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   13/01/12   30/03/12   CM2491Sara MacIntosh   
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Upholstery - C&G level 1 award - modern upholstered stool    
For those who want to study upholstery and are interested in getting a qualification in the subject this is the perfect course for you. We will be working to the C&G brief that covers all aspects working in a craft including, design, sampling, use of tools, costings and Health & Safety and use a modern approach for making a padded stool.  More information...
Fees:   full £131   conc £88   non EU £349
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Fri   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   27/04/12   13/07/12   CM3491Sara MacIntosh   
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Soft furnishings - beginners   
Anyone interested in making items of soft furnishings will enjoy this ten week course as it allows you to work on a variety projects. You will learn the skills and construction of soft furnishing, including measuring up, hand and machine sewing. Your tutor will advise on fitting, hanging, fastenings and suitability of fabrics for blinds, curtains, cushions and bed covers etc. Build on your experience and progress to more advanced work.  More information...
Fees:   full £180   conc £70   non EU £253
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Wed   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   11/01/12   28/03/12   CP2500Jane Sutton   Nearly Full
Wed   18:30-21:00   11   MAC   25/04/12   11/07/12   CP3500Jane Sutton   
Tue   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   10/01/12   27/03/12   CP2502Jane Sutton   Nearly Full
Tue   10:00-12:30   11   MAC   24/04/12   10/07/12   CP3502Jane Sutton   
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Clothes making - beginners    
If you have never made clothes before, you will be equipped with the knowledge to make a simple garment by the end of this course. This course includes basic tuition on the use of the sewing machine, taking body measurements, use of commercial patterns and the construction and finishing of garments.  More information...
Fees:   full £146   conc £58   non EU £252
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Mon   19:00-21:00   11   MAC   09/01/12   26/03/12   CS2600Clare Haynes   Nearly Full
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Mon   19:00-21:00   11   MAC   23/04/12   16/07/12   CS3600Clare Haynes   
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Tue   19:00-21:00   11   MAC   24/04/12   10/07/12   CS3610Natasha Sanders   
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Clothes making - mixed ability   
Even if you have never made clothes before, you should be able to make a simple garment by the end of this course. This course includes basic tuition on the use of the sewing machine, taking body measurements, use of commercial patterns and the construction and finishing of garments.  More information...
Fees:   full £166   conc £65   non EU £314
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Thu   09:30-12:00   11   MAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   CS2620Jennifer Barrow   Full
Thu   09:30-12:00   11   MAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   CS2620Catherine Charlotte Palmer   Full
Thu   09:30-12:00   11   MAC   26/04/12   12/07/12   CS3620Jennifer Barrow   
Thu   12:30-15:00   11   MAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   CS2630Catherine Charlotte Palmer   Full
Thu   12:30-15:00   11   MAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   CS2630Jennifer Barrow   Full
Thu   12:30-15:00   11   MAC   26/04/12   12/07/12   CS3630Jennifer Barrow   
Thu   19:00-21:00   11   MAC   12/01/12   29/03/12   CS2640Jennifer Barrow   Nearly Full
Thu   19:00-21:00   11   MAC   26/04/12   12/07/12   CS3640Jennifer Barrow   
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Clothes making - fashionable skirt    
During this short course you will make a fashionable skirt to a personal fit and ensure a well finished garment. Working from a commercial pattern you will learn how to measure, lay out, cut, tack, use a sewing machine and insert a consealed zip with ease. Once you have enrolled the tutor will contact you by telephone to discuss what you will need to buy to be ready to start the course.  More information...
Fees:   full £113   conc £43   non EU £171
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Sat   10:00-15:30   3   MAC   12/05/12   26/05/12   CS3642Jennifer Barrow   
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General sewing   
"Whether you want to make children’s wear, accessories, garments, items for your home or simply alter or mend clothes then this is the course for you! The course is suitable for complete beginners or those who wish to brush up on their skills. Whilst working on your own choice of project you will learn correct methods for cutting, hand and machine stitching as well as creative techniques such as appliqué and machine made patchwork. "  More information...
Fees:   full £146   conc £58   non EU £253
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Fri   13:00-15:30   11   MAC   13/01/12   30/03/12   CS2650Clare Haynes   Nearly Full
Fri   13:00-15:30   11   MAC   27/04/12   13/07/12   CS3650Clare Haynes   
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Crochet - an introduction   
In this practical course you will be introduced to basic crochet. We will look at casting on, crocheting simple stitches such as, chain, slip, single, treble and double treble crochet. You will learn how to hold the hook and the basics of tension.  More information...
Fees:   full £32   conc £14   non EU £54
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Sat   10:00-15:00   1   MAC   25/02/12   25/02/12   CS2910Kim Couling   
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Baking and finishing 3    
This 11 week course will cover baking and finishing a number of cakes, cookies, biscuits and breads  More information...
Fees:   full £279   conc £107   non EU £499
Day   Time   Weeks   Centre   Start   End   CodeTutor
Mon   10:00-15:00   11   MAC   23/04/12   09/07/12   FC3030Patricia Hopkins   
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