Adults Courses

Weaving Sculptural Forms (Summer Special)

Sat 22 Jan 2022

Fiona Gavino begint

Take weaving beyond its traditional application and learn how to shape and sculpt three- dimensional works using the random weaving technique and easily pliable pith cane. A number of techniques will be explored, as well as the use of other natural fibres and materials.

Botanical Illustration (Summer Special)

Sat 22 Jan 2022

Jenessa King begint

Create beautiful works on paper and learn the skills to produce a colour illustration. Working in pencil, fineliner pen and watercolour, learn skills to create line, shape, form, depth and definition with colour.

A Day of Shibori Dyeing (Summer Special)

Sun 23 Jan 2022

Roberta Leary beg

An informative and hands-on workshop to get you inspired! Learn how to make and use Procion Dyes to create exceptionally brilliant colours. Using Shibori dyeing techniques, the ancient art of Japanese resist dyeing, create your own beautiful range of unique fabrics in different colours including indigo blue.

Painting for the Artistically Challenged in a Day (Summer Special)

Sun 23 Jan 2022

Cathy Schultz beg

Are you wanting to be creative but don’t know where to start? Fearful of making mistakes and of the blank canvas? This one-day workshop will enable you to be brave and trust the process of using paint. Remove your fears and release your self-limiting beliefs while being guided in a supportive and nurturing environment. Come along and have some fun with paint.

Pottery Wheel Studio Day NEW (Summer Special)

Sat 29 Jan 2022

Stewart Scambler intadv

A full day of throwing under the guidance of an experienced thrower. This one day workshop is aimed for students with some throwing experience who want to come and gain new techniques, knowledge and skills from one of FAC's fantastic tutors.

A Day on the Wheel (Sun 30 Jan Summer Special)

Sun 30 Jan 2022

Finn Anderson beg

Never tried ceramics before? Want to know how it works? This workshop is an introduction to the specialised art of throwing on the pottery wheel. Have fun learning a new skill under your tutor's expert guidance.

Mosaic – Design, Colour & Technique

Sat 12 Feb 2022

Renae Martin begint

Interpret images to create your own detailed mosaics. Learn tile cutting, shaping, grouting, composition and how to work efficiently and effectively. Gain skills necessary to continue with your practice at home.

Bezel Set Ring in a Day

Sat 12 Feb 2022

Nicole Lance begint

Bezels are a popular and secure way to set stones. Using a stone of your choice, make a customised bezel and band. Processes covered including sawing, filing, soldering, sizing and setting. No previous jewellery making knowledge required.

Creative Writing in a Day – Bring Your Words to Life

Sat 12 Feb 2022

Brooke Dunnell beg

This one day course will cover a range of techniques to improve attendees' fiction, non-fiction and personal writing projects. Topics covered will include description and detail, characters and setting, editing, audience and voice. At the conclusion of the course students will be equipped with the understanding and skills to make their writing jump of the page.