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Starts: Mon 9 Jan 2012
Half Term: Mon 13 Feb - Sat 18 Feb 2012
Ends: Sat 31 Mar 2012

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Art and Design

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

See Craft for: Interior Design, Sculpture, Pottery and Ceramics, Jewellery, Stained Glass, Sewing, Clothes Making and Soft Furnishings

See Woodwork & Upholstery for: Woodwork, Carpentry, Joinery, Cabinet Making and Picture Framing, Furniture Restoration and Upholstery


Programme manager

Jane Sutton
jane.sutton@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.
 
  

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
 

Complete course list

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   AA3010Jane Denyer   
Mon   13:00-15:00   11   MAC   23/04/12   16/07/12   AA3010Yvonne Edwards   
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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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