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Course Information Sheet

Picture and frame restoration    

Fees:

full £180

conc £70

non EU £314

Day

Time

Weeks

Centre

Start

End

Code

Wed

10:00-12:30

11

MAC

11/01/12

28/03/12

CF2020

Tutor:  Malcolm Jackson   Nearly Full

Wed

10:00-12:30

11

MAC

25/04/12

11/07/12

CF3020

Tutor:  Malcolm Jackson

What will the course cover?

"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. "

Who is the course for?

Students who wish to learn how to clean and restore prints and drawings with all the allied processes and who are seeking an introduction to the presentation and care of works of art.

What skills, knowledge or experience do I need to start this course?

Picture framing experience would be an advantage. Also an interest in art generally, some practical painting experience (however limited) can be useful.

What should I be able to do by the end of the course?

"Apply Health and Safety procedures in a workshop. Seal the glass and backing on a frame. Identify 3 acid free products used in picture framing. Identify 5 moulding types. Identify 3 frame assembly techniques. Identify 2 adhesive types. Secure artwork to card mounts. Create plaster casts of moulding. Describe 2 techniques to care for artwork correctly. Apply 3 wood finishing techniques to picture frames. Produce written costings for a picture frame. Identify 3 COSHH regulations. Restore a print. Restore a piece of artwork. Evaluate projects undertaken. "

How is the course organised?

"Practical workshop sessions and demonstrations, backed by talks/lectures. One to one discussions with the tutor. Question and answer sessions. "

What extra study or practice is expected outside of the class?

"It is advisable to support your studies with visits to museums, art galleries and exhibitions. Also by Reading books, catalogues and magazines etc. "

How will my progress be assessed?

"Continuous group and individual assessment. Also by recording your progress on your Individual Learning Plan and Learning Journal. "

What can I expect to go on to after this course?

Other courses in restoration, begin to take commissions or work in the framing or restoration business.

Are there any other costs and what do I need to bring?

"You will need to provide the following personal equipment/materials: Clear ruler, set square, pencil, ruling pen. Notebook, pen and folder. Artwork or frame to be restored. Specialist materials to be advised by the tutor. Older clothes, overals if desired. Stout shoes. Camera. "

What support is available?

Help with literacy and numeracy is available through the basic education programme and the ESOL programme offers help for speakers of other languages. Additional support can be provided for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Details are available in the Guide or from teaching or Reception staff.

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