Ceramics & Sculpture

Mouldmaking & Casting – Two Part Moulds

Mon 03 Aug 2020 — Mon 21 Sep 2020

Sandra Black begintadv

Learn how to make enclosed hollow shapes such as bottles and other forms, using two-part plaster moulds. Make an original clay model either by hand or on the wheel and then cast these forms in both pure and paper plaster. Explore casting, assembling, decorating and glazing the vessels.

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Drawing & Printmaking

Pastels

Mon 03 Aug 2020 — Mon 21 Sep 2020

TBC begint

Discover the luscious qualities of pastels. Enjoy the energy and vigour of this simple medium that was a favourite of artists like Degas and Picasso.

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Ceramics & Sculpture

The Porcelain Project

Mon 03 Aug 2020 — Mon 21 Sep 2020

Sandra Black intadv

This course is designed for students with some clay experience. Using handbuilding, wheel throwing or casting techniques, gain a deeper understanding of ceramic materials. Choose areas of specific interest to focus on, such as refining shapes and decorative skills, improving throwing skills, developing glazes and application as well as experimenting with new techniques.

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Painting

Watercolour

Mon 03 Aug 2020 — Mon 21 Sep 2020

TBC begint

Explore the beauty of this engaging medium known for its luminous and transparent nature. Be guided through a number of exercises, from conventional to less orthodox approaches, then develop your own pieces.

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Drawing & Printmaking

Explore Print

Mon 03 Aug 2020 — Mon 21 Sep 2020

Shana James begint

Always wanted to try printmaking? Looking to extend your skills? You'll be guided through different printmaking techniques by tutor Shana James. Work on your own project or ask her for an idea. Choose between linocut and drypoint or try your hand at both throughout the course.

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Jewellery

Jewellery Design & Techniques

Mon 03 Aug 2020 — Mon 21 Sep 2020

Nicole Lance begint

In this extended class, learn how to create shapes, forms and different dimensions with metal. Solder, file and texture surfaces to explore the construction of contemporary jewellery.

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Drawing & Printmaking

Drawing Focus – Learn to Draw in Pencil

Mon 03 Aug 2020 — Mon 21 Sep 2020

Shana James beg

In this back to basics course all you need is a pencil, an eraser and paper. A portable skill you can do anywhere. A step by step beginners drawing class teaching you the basics of observational pencil drawing. Includes seeing and recording accurately, shading, making objects look 3 dimensional. Improve your drawing skills so you can draw any thing.

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Ceramics & Sculpture

Throwing & Handbuilding (Tuesdays)

Tue 04 Aug 2020 — Tue 22 Sep 2020

Stewart Scambler begintadv

Learn the fundamental techniques of ceramics. Study the properties of different clay and learn how to handle them with specialist tools, with a focus on the pottery wheel. Create a number of pieces that can be fired in FAC’s kilns.

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Painting

Painting with Acrylics – Abstract Expressionism

Tue 04 Aug 2020 — Tue 22 Sep 2020

Regina Noakes intadv

Create your own abstract image working with acrylics. Working on your own project, learn about the qualities of colour and texture provided by paint and how to create a balanced picture. Some painting experience required.

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