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Introduction to Wood Carving – Workshop
£66.70 Amersham ALC
Sat 08-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 16:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Learn how to carve and grasp the opportunity to experience the creativity and joy of woodcarving. Be guided by your tutor as you learn the stages and work towards producing your own carving.This one-day workshop will give you a brief introduction to the basics of woodcarving, the tools used, and the […]
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Sewing for Fashion – Make a Moulage – Part 1
£66.70 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 08-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 16:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? Please note that this is part one of a three-part course. During this three-part course you will be taken from Moulage to Pattern. Part 1 – Drafting a Bodice Moulage Pattern.You will learn how to draft a moulage to your own measurements, (a moulage is a precise, hip length replica of […]
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Creative Writing – A Memory Box- Writing your Memoirs – a Gift for a Grandchild or Posterity
£53.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 08-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Your mind is a treasure trove of creative memories. This course aims to open that store and get you writing your memories in poetry or prose. Through writing exercises, discussion, and tutor mini lecture in a non-threatening environment you will come away with ideas, a beginning, and a direction for your […]
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Acrylic Paint Pouring Workshop
£55.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Explore the exciting world of acrylic paint pouring and learn to create dazzling abstract art.Paint pouring involves using a free-flowing acrylic paint mixture created with a pouring mixture such as glue and water and is the hottest trend in creating abstract art whilst having lots of fun.During this course you will […]
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Silver Jewellery Making for Beginners – Make a Pendant in a Day Workshop
£60.00 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This one-day workshop will give you the basics in silver jewellery making and introduce you to the tools and basic techniques involved. By the end of the course you will be able to wear your hand-made pendant.You will learn:• How to saw, form, solder, texture, file, sand and polish metal.• Make […]
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Polish Basics – Workshop
£29.40 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 13:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to Polish within a small range of everyday topics and situations and to offer an insight into the life and culture of Poland.All groups will have a mixture of learners. Whichever level class you join you will find that people learn in different ways and […]
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Stained Glass for Beginners: Summer Miniature Panel – Workshop
£60.90 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? Stained Glass is beautiful traditional art. In this one-day course, learners will create a miniature glass decoration, approximately 10cm, consisting of approximately 5 pieces of glass. We will be using the leaded light technique with a rectangular design. This involves cutting glass, applying lead came strips, soldering and cementing. Is this […]
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Exploring Meditation – Workshop
£53.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to the ancient technique of Meditation, which is used for physical and mental relaxation as well as for personal and spiritual growth.During the session you will enjoy and experience methods of relaxation, breathing, visualisation, concentration and meditation tools which help calm the nervous system, relax […]
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Digital Photography – Summer Colours of The Great Outdoors
£53.90 Stable Courtyard - Waddesdon Manor
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 16:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to develop on your existing skills. The main aim of the workshop is for the tutor to work with you individually and as a group to create interesting compositions and to understand how to use your cameras settings and equipment to enhance and improve your photos.During the course […]
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Creative Writing – Romance at the Manor
£29.40 Stable Courtyard - Waddesdon Manor
Sat 22-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 13:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Are you a sucker for a ‘happy ever after’ or a tale of star-crossed lovers? In this workshop, we’ll look at how writers have tried to capture the essence of romance and how you might do the same. Please note, we won’t be covering erotic fiction. Is this course for me? […]
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Floristry – Making the Most of Your Supermarket Bunch – Workshop
£60.10 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 22-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? The aim of this course is to give you the skills and techniques needed to create successful designs and to inspire you with some trending ideas to adorn your home. Your tutor, an award-winning florist, will be keen to share lots of interesting flower arranging tips with you using easily available […]
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Sewing for Fashion – Make a Moulage – Part 2
£66.70 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 22-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 16:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? Please note that this is part two of a three-part course. During this three-part course you will be taken from Moulage to Pattern. Part 2 – Fitting the bodice moulage pattern.You will learn how to fit a moulage to your own measurements, (a moulage is a precise, hip length replica of […]
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Stained Glass – Copper Foiled Sun Catcher or Jewellery Workshop
£53.90 Buckingham Centre ALC
Sat 22-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:15 - 15:45
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AvailableWhat will I learn? During the course you will:• Gain knowledge and practical experience of some of the techniques used to design and make 2D stained (cool) glass items.• Explore the different tooling, materials and techniques used for making stained glass items together with their qualities• Cover health and safety procedures relevant to the craft […]
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Watercolour at Waddesdon – Summer Colours Workshop
£55.90 Stable Courtyard - Waddesdon Manor
Sat 29-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 16:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Learn how to draw and paint using watercolour during this day course, in the beautiful setting of Waddesdon Manor. Appreciate the beautiful colours in the stunning grounds to inspire your creativity.This course will look at the fundamentals of watercolour; it is by learning these that you will be able to develop […]
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Life Drawing Workshop
£64.90 Amersham ALC
Sat 29-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? Drawing the nude human figure is an exciting challenge and something artists have done throughout the ages. On this workshop course you will investigate a range of proven techniques for rendering the human figure and practise them through a series of short and long poses. During the course you will be […]
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Simply Italian Conversation – for all Intermediate Levels Workshop
£34.30 Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre
Sat 06-Jul-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 14:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to Italian within a small range of everyday topics and situations and to offer an insight into the life and culture of Italy.All groups will have a mixture of learners. Whichever level class you join you will find that people learn in different ways and […]
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Writing Poetry Masterclass – Workshop
£29.40 Buckingham Centre ALC
Sat 06-Jul-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 13:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? On this course, you will have an opportunity to practise writing different poetry forms, as well as reading and listening to published examples, learning about technique, sound and how different poets approach their craft. During the course you will take part in discussing published examples of poetry, then write your own […]
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Acrylic Painting for Improvers – Workshop
£41.20 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 06-Jul-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 14:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Further explore the exciting world of acrylic painting.During this course you will learn:• Different acrylic painting techniques• Develop your existing acrylic painting skills Is this course for me? This course is a follow on course for those who have already begun to use acrylic paints in their work and would like […]
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Watercolour Painting – Workshop
£55.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 06-Jul-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? The course will reference still life and landscape painting. You will be introduced to a variety of watercolour techniques: brush work techniques, laying washes and fine detail work, aimed at capturing the varied patterns and contrasts of line, texture, and tone. Also studied will be: light and tone, colour choice, use […]
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Stained Glass for Beginners: Summer Glass Sun Catchers – Workshop
£60.90 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 13-Jul-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? Stained Glass is beautiful traditional art. In this one-day course, learners will create a miniature glass decoration, approximately 10cm, consisting of approximately 5 pieces of glass. We will be using the leaded light technique with a rectangular design. This involves cutting glass, applying lead came strips, soldering and cementing. Is this […]