Crafts Courses London

...The course will be hands on, with learning achieved through repetition and practicing the basic techniques of hand knitting. You will be taught by demonstration...

...a lidded jar or throwing with porcelain. There will be opportunities to see the work of modern ceramicists who work on the wheel through books and a visual presentation...

...cutting and pressing skills, and will be guided step by step through this process by your tutor. Through demonstrations, discussions, workshop practice...

...• making studies as an exploration of ideas, • a variety of painting materials and techniques. • looking and being focused • critical and verbal skills...

...of Josef Albers 2. Experiment with the components of colour: Hue, Chroma and Value, in structured exercies 3. The historical diagrams which have informed colour theories...

...and explore how these might help us understand the making and viewing of art. We will explore theories of experiential and participatory practice...

...You will be supported towards developing your own idea for the sculpture - A brief introduction to historical and contemporary sculpture...

...We will cover the basics of jewellery making over one intensive weekend. It is a good way of finding out if jewellery making is for you before embarking...

...Develop ideas, themes and processes in sketchbooks from visual stimuli on location in galleries and in the studio 3. Gallery visits: to observe...

...There will also be an opportunity to look at and discuss the work of current and recent makers...

...posters and the art of grabbing attention. You will be taught using a range of techniques including workshops, short lectures, demonstrations...

...workshop in September (‘Glazing your work’ VR767 / VR766)...

...This is a self-directed workshop, and is not tutored. The tutor will be able to assist with accessing tools and equipment but you are expected to work independently...

...Further develop your personal ideas - Set further goals in discussion with the tutor - Practise and improve your skills in making ceramic forms...

...This course focuses on both the material and technical aspects of sculpture practice within an experimental and progressive framework. You will undertake...

...Scenes of everyday life –the humour and hidden moral messages of Dutch artists - Landscapes and Seascapes – What can these paintings tell us about their owners and patrons?...

...Coloured slip and oxide decoration will be introduced. There will be an opportunity for those interested to experiment further with throwing and assembling...

...the quality of finish More advanced students will be able to: - Set the parameters for their own project - Work independently with the support of a professional tutor...

...A brief introduction to historical and contemporary sculpture...

...The course guides you through different ways of taking your research into abstract painted-studies and finished works using oils, acrylics and mixed-media collage...