Art, Craft and Design
Course Guide Term 1 2010
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Mosaics with GlassTiles
This class explores the ancient tradition of glass mosaics, introducing you to basic design and techniques using glass mosaic tiles and enabling you to create your own piece of art. If you have a design of your own you'd love to try to make bring it along, or be guided by Sue. A vast range of colours is provided, so any effect that appeals to you is possible! Come along, have some fun, learn something new! You will need to buy a few tools and pay an additional materials' fee of $55 to the tutor on the night.
- Tutor
- Sue Buckle
- Duration
- 4 weeks
- Cost
- $BOOKED
- Code
- LXA102A101
- Location
- Lismore Community College, 59 Magellan St
- Time
- 5:30pm - 7:30pm
- Date
- Mon 8 Feb 2010
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Sculpture Continuation
This course is designed for those with some previous experience in sculpture. Students are encouraged to either make a study of an existing sculpture or to develop an original piece. Modelling, advanced mould making and casting are covered, although other methods may be employed depending on the particular project.- Tutor
- Damien Lucas
- Duration
- 8 weeks
- Cost
- $180
- Code
- LXA223A101
- Location
- Silver Clouds Studio, 14 Foleys Road, SOUTH LISMORE
- Time
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Date
- Wed 10 Feb 2010
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The Art of Seeing - Beginners Drawing
Many of us would love to be able to draw confidently. Well you can! Multi award winning artist and teacher David Cox presents this highly successful course for the absolute beginner. All it takes is a small time commitment, and a willingness to learn. You will graduate from "stick figure" drawings to genuinely competent representational drawing in this confidence building course. This class is relaxed and fun! No experience is necessary, and materials to complete this course are simple and inexpensive.
- Tutor
- David Cox
- Duration
- 6 weeks
- Cost
- $BOOKED
- Code
- LXA201A101
- Location
- Studio 87A, Magellan Street, Lismore
- Time
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Date
- Tue 16 Feb 2010
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Sculpture Foundation
After a very successful start, this course for the beginner sculptor is back. If you have ever wanted to try your hand at sculpture, Damien's class is a fun, practical and systematic introduction to this ancient art form. It takes you through the stages of clay modelling, plaster waste moulding, plaster casting and colouring, imparting essential skills and leaving you in proud possession of a relief sculpture you have made yourself. Damien is an experienced, passionate and knowledgeable sculptor and teacher. Come along and be inspired! An additional materials fee of $15 is payable on the first night.
- Tutor
- Damien Lucas
- Duration
- 6 weeks
- Cost
- $BOOKED
- Code
- LXA222A101
- Location
- Silver Clouds Studio, 14 Foleys Road, SOUTH LISMORE
- Time
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Date
- Thu 18 Feb 2010
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The Art of Seeing - Beginners Drawing
Many of us would love to be able to draw confidently. Well you can! Multi award winning artist and teacher David Cox presents this highly successful course for the absolute beginner. All it takes is a small time commitment, and a willingness to learn. You will graduate from "stick figure" drawings to genuinely competent representational drawing in this confidence building course. This class is relaxed and fun! No experience is necessary, and materials to complete this course are simple and inexpensive.- Tutor
- David Cox
- Duration
- 6 weeks
- Cost
- $195
- Code
- LXA201C101
- Location
- Studio 87A, Magellan Street, Lismore
- Time
- 10:00am - 1:00pm
- Date
- Sat 20 Feb 2010
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Basic Linocut Print Making
In this course you will explore the basic elements and principles of design, how to transfer a design onto a lino plate, the safe use of cutting tools, and hand printing. The tutor, Nola Littlejohn, is well qualified, an experienced artist and a popular teacher. Nola has worked in many mediums and has studied at Sir John Cass College of Art in London and Newcastle University. A program and material list will be available on enrolment. Material costs for this course average $28 per session.
- Tutor
- Nola Littlejohn
- Duration
- 6 weeks
- Cost
- $BOOKED
- Code
- LXA210A101
- Location
- Lismore Community College, 59 Magellan St
- Time
- 10:00am - 1:00pm
- Date
- Sat 20 Feb 2010
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Screen Printing With Style
Develop your own designs and learn how to screen print on to fabrics in a dynamic, inspirational and creative environment. The small group setting provides plenty of opportunity for individual attention, and with Marina's proficient guidance and hands-on demonstrations you will soon find yourself creating your own wall decorations, cushion covers, table runners, bags, t-shirts, tea towels and more. Continuing a 150 year family tradition of designing unique hand-printed textiles, Marina Cavalieri has an unmatched depth of knowledge and experience in her field. She is also a dedicated teacher, and more than generous in passing on her expertise. Come along and enjoy! An additional material fee of between $15 and $30 is payable to the tutor on the first night.
- Tutor
- Marina Cavalieri
- Duration
- 4 weeks
- Cost
- $BOOKED
- Code
- LXA112A101
- Location
- Keen Street Studio, Keen Street
- Time
- 5:30pm - 8:30pm
- Date
- Tue 23 Feb 2010
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Screen Printing With Style
Develop your own designs and learn how to screen print on to fabrics in a dynamic, inspirational and creative environment. The small group setting provides plenty of opportunity for individual attention, and with Marina's proficient guidance and hands-on demonstrations you will soon find yourself creating your own wall decorations, cushion covers, table runners, bags, t-shirts, tea towels and more. Continuing a 150 year family tradition of designing unique hand-printed textiles, Marina Cavalieri has an unmatched depth of knowledge and experience in her field. She is also a dedicated teacher, and more than generous in passing on her expertise. Come along and enjoy! An additional material fee of between $15 and $30 is payable to the tutor on the first night.- Tutor
- Marina Cavalieri
- Duration
- 2 weeks
- Cost
- $170
- Code
- LXA112B101
- Location
- Keen Street Studio, Keen Street
- Time
- 9:30am - 4:00pm
- Date
- Sat 27 Feb 2010
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Mosaics with Broken Tiles
Experience the magic of mosaic for yourself and find out why this centuries old art form is still popular today. Using broken tiles as your raw materials and following the principles of the direct method of application, you will learn about pattern design, cutting, shaping and grouting. This fun and informative course places the creation of a beautiful piece of art within your grasp and will whet your appetite for more mosaics! You'll need to provide a few of your own tools (list supplied on enrolment) and pay an additional materials fee ($33) to the tutor on the first night.- Tutor
- Sue Buckle
- Duration
- 3 weeks
- Cost
- $90
- Code
- LXA101A101
- Location
- Lismore Community College, 59 Magellan St
- Time
- 5:30pm - 7:30pm
- Date
- Mon 8 Mar 2010
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Jewellery Making
The world of beads is full of fabulous possibilities, and whether you're a beginner or have some jewellery making experience you'll enjoy this practical and fun class. Choose from lots of designs and a range of beads. In these classes you will learn from scratch how to design, make and repair your own jewellery, while those with some experience can come along and learn some advanced techniques. This is an absorbing and creative way to learn something new or to expand your craft skills. All materials are included in the cost of the course and all jewellery made is yours to keep - or even to give away if you're looking for those extra special Christmas gift ideas.- Tutor
- Juanita Jelich
- Duration
- 3 weeks
- Cost
- $110
- Code
- LXA105A101
- Location
- Lismore Community College, 59 Magellan St
- Time
- 10:00am - 12:00pm
- Date
- Sat 13 Mar 2010
