Art, Craft and Design
Course Guide Term 3 2010
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Creative Figure Drawing
In this workshop you'll learn basic and important keys to drawing the figure using charcoal, with a pencil. Learn how to capture the figure in action with a focus on fun and creativity. You'll end the day with several quick drawings and at least one finished piece. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience. Models will be clothed.- Tutor
- Julie De Lorenzo
- Duration
- 1 weeks
- Cost
- $90
- Code
- LXA204A103
- Location
- Lismore Community College, 59 Magellan St
- Time
- 10:00am - 4:00pm
- Date
- Sat 31 Jul 2010
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Classic Portrait Drawing
Enjoy the satisfaction of drawing realistic portraits from plaster cast replicas of famous sculptures. Create the illusion of a three-dimensional head through the use of light and shade. Draw the skull and discover how it affects the shape of the head and learn the basic shapes of the eye, mouth, nose and ears by sketching plaster copies from Michelangelo's David. Finish the course with two sessions of drawing a portrait from life. By the end of the course you should be able to depict accurate facial proportions, render shading and tone to show 3D form, and draw an expressive likeness of an individual. Bring enthusiasm, pencil and paper. Harry is a local artist and mural painter as well as a qualified art teacher.- Tutor
- Harold Westera
- Duration
- 6 weeks
- Cost
- $170
- Code
- LXA205A103
- Location
- Lismore Community College, 59 Magellan St
- Time
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Date
- Thu 5 Aug 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
- $210
- Code
- LXA201A103
- Location
- Lismore Community College, 59 Magellan St
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- Time
- 9:30am - 12:30pm
- Date
- Sat 7 Aug 2010
- Date
- Wed 11 Aug 2010
- Time
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Painting Our Local Landscape
Come and paint our beautiful landscape around Lismore. During this course you will learn basic drawing techniques for producing preliminary sketches, oil painting techniques including how to mix colours, and how to make a good composition. We will study three locations just outside town. Julie has been painting for 20 years and has a passion for landscape painting. She has been a finalist in the Country Energy Landscape Art Prize.
- Tutor
- Julie De Lorenzo
- Duration
- 6 weeks
- Cost
- $BOOKED
- Code
- LXA202A103
- Location
- Lismore Community College, 59 Magellan St
- Time
- 1:30pm - 4:30pm
- Date
- Sat 7 Aug 2010
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Introduction to Silversmithing
In this course you will complete three or more pieces of jewellery in sterling silver. You will learn to design and size a ring, a linked chain bracelet and a solid cuff bangle. Skills taught include sawing, filing, sanding, polishing, annealing (heat treatment) and soldering precious metal. This course sets you on a path to explore gold and silversmithing as a fine art or to prepare a portfolio for a jeweller's apprenticeship. To cover the cost of sterling silver, use of tools and equipment, and hardware, $60 will need to be paid to the tutor on the first day.
- Tutor
- Wendy Springfield
- Duration
- 3 weeks
- Cost
- $250
- Code
- LXA107A103
- Location
- Lismore Community College, 59 Magellan St
- Time
- 9:30am - 4:30pm
- Date
- Sat 14 Aug 2010
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Sculpture Foundation
This class is a fun, practical and systematic introduction to the ancient art of relief sculpture. It takes you through the stages and skills of clay modelling, plaster waste moulding, plaster casting and colouring. 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. For more information about Damien and to see examples of his work, visit www.damienlucassculpture.com
- Tutor
- Damien Lucas
- Duration
- 6 weeks
- Cost
- $BOOKED
- Code
- LXA222A103
- Location
- Silver Clouds Studio, 14 Foleys Road SOUTH LISMORE
- Time
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Date
- Thu 19 Aug 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 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. For more information about Marina, and to see examples of her work, visit www.cavalieritextiledesign.com
- Tutor
- Marina Cavalieri
- Duration
- 2 weeks
- Cost
- $170
- Code
- LXA112A103
- Location
- Silver Clouds Studio, 14 Foleys Road SOUTH LISMORE
- Time
- 9:30am - 4:30pm
- Date
- Sat 21 Aug 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 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. For more information about Marina and to see examples of her work, visit www.cavalieritextiledesign.com.
- Tutor
- Marina Cavalieri
- Duration
- 4 weeks
- Cost
- $170
- Code
- LXA112B103
- Location
- Silver Clouds Studio, 14 Foleys Road SOUTH LISMORE
- Time
- 5:30pm - 8:30pm
- Date
- Tue 24 Aug 2010
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Mosaics with Broken Tiles - Level 2
Use the skills you learnt in the introductory course while challenging yourself a little more. In this course we will combine the 'direct' and 'indirect' methods of mosaicing. This time we will decorate a pot in a project combining broken and shaped tiles and perhaps adding a few 'objects of interest'. This is a fun course for people with a little mosaics experience. The trainer can accommodate beginners, although you will benefit from doing the introductory course first. There is an additional $35 materials fee payable to the trainer on the first evening.
- Tutor
- Sue Buckle
- Duration
- 4 weeks
- Cost
- $110
- Code
- LXA102A103
- Location
- Lismore Community College, 59 Magellan St
- Time
- 5:30pm - 7:30pm
- Date
- Wed 1 Sep 2010
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Jewellery with Chain Maille
Use small chain maille (chainmail) rings to produce the most exquisite jewellery. This course introduces you to simple yet effective techniques for transforming the rings into jewellery pieces suitable for both men and women. You will learn how to make a number of different types of chains, about different types of metals and how to make clasps out of wire. Simple or sophisticated, the results can be stunning even for a beginner. Come along and experience the magic of chain maille.- Tutor
- Meredith Navin
- Duration
- 4 weeks
- Cost
- $110
- Code
- LXA106A103
- Location
- Lismore Community College, 59 Magellan St
- Time
- 10:00am - 12:00pm
- Date
- Sat 4 Sep 2010
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Jewellery Making
The world of beads is full of fabulous possibilities, and whether you're a beginner, have some jewellery making experience or have done the course before and want to further your skills, 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. Visit www.midiansrealm.com for more information about Juanita.
- Tutor
- Juanita Jelich
- Duration
- 3 weeks
- Cost
- $110
- Code
- LXA105A103
- Location
- Lismore Community College, 59 Magellan St
- Time
- 10:00am - 12:00pm
- Date
- Sat 4 Sep 2010
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Screen Printing With Style - Advanced Techniques
This course is for students who already have some experience and know how to screen print onto fabrics. By using the process of photographic stencilling to print versatile and detailed designs onto fabrics a new world will open up for your ideas. All materials will be supplied, including screens, but you may want to bring your own screen. Extra material charges start from $25.00. For more information about Marina and to see examples of her work, go to her website, www.cavalieritextiledesign.com.
- Tutor
- Marina Cavalieri
- Duration
- 2 weeks
- Cost
- $170
- Code
- LXA113A102
- Location
- Silver Clouds Studio, 14 Foleys Road SOUTH LISMORE
- Time
- 9:30am - 4:30pm
- Date
- Sat 18 Sep 2010
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Drawing for Parents
Have your attempts at pleasing your child with a drawing left you feeling embarrassed or inadequate? Then this is the course fo ryou. It will give you the skills to draw pictures for you children and provide you with positive tools to encourage and teach your child to draw. You'll learn how to use pencil, ink and acrylic paint, and also about the stages of children's drawing development. So come along for this confidence-building, life- and family-enhancing course.
- Tutor
- Julie de Lorenzo
- Duration
- 6 weeks
- Cost
- $210
- Code
- LXA205A104
- Location
- Lismore Community College
- Time
- 10.00am-1.00pm
- Date
- Wed 20 Oct 2010
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Creative Gifts and Cards
If you think you'd like to make gifts for your friends and family but don't know where to begin, this is the perfect course for you. Come along and create special gifts, cards and decorations for Christmas and other special occasions. Learn exercises to get your imagination flowing, and make attractive designs based on nature as you choose from a range of creative ways to decorate ceramic pots, vases, fruit bowls - in fact, anything you like, and make cards to match!
- Tutor
- Julie de Lorenzo
- Duration
- 3 weeks
- Cost
- $110
- Code
- LXA103A104
- Location
- Lismore Community College
- Time
- 6.00pm - 9.00pm
- Date
- Wed 1 Dec 2010
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Fabric Sculpture
In this class we will be making a 50cm tall sculpture of a man or woman sitting on a plinth. This is a beginners' class and you will learn the simple techniques that are the building blocks of many other more advanced sculptures. The sculpture will be a single colour of your own choice. When your figurine is dry it will appear soft and flowing while being hard and weatherproof. It is equally at home in indoor or outdoor settings. You will be amazed how a simple wire armature and a few pieces of fabric can give such dramatic results. To see some fabric sculpture, go to www.makeastatue.com.au. Course fee includes all materials.
- Tutor
- Yvonne Pickens
- Duration
- 1 day
- Cost
- $120
- Code
- LXA114A104
- Location
- Lismore Community College
- Time
- 10.00am - 4.00pm
- Date
- Wed 30 Oct 2010
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The Art of Seeing - Beyond Beginners
This new class takes you on a lively and creative artistic exploration. It aims to help you to develop your artistic vision and to give you the technical skills to express it. New approaches and attitudes to drawing will give you new ideas and perspectives, and you'll also have the opportunity to experiment with a range of materials and techniques including collage, washes, inks, watercolours and oil sticks. You should come open-minded and expecting the unexpected! This course is not suitable for the absolute beginner or the faint-hearted. For the developing artist who likes variety and a challenge this course will expand your horizons and invigorate your art.
- Tutor
- David Cox
- Duration
- 6 weeks
- Cost
- $210
- Code
- LXA203A104
- Location
- Lismore Community College
- Time
- 6.00pm - 9.00pm
- Date
- Tue 26 Oct 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. In this fun and informative course you will create a beautiful piece of art and have your appetite whetted 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 trainer on the first night.
- Tutor
- Sue Buckle
- Duration
- 3 weeks
- Cost
- $BOOKED
- Code
- LXA101A104
- Location
- Lismore Community College
- Time
- 5.30pm - 7.30pm
- Date
- Wed 20 Oct 2010
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Coloured Clay Jewellery
Learn to manipulate coloured clay (fimo) to create brooches, earrings and pendants. You will create banksia babies, blossom babies, and a "fruits and flowers" brooch and earrings. You will also have the opportunity to design your own piece of jewellery. You will learn about kneading, marbling techniques, colour, size, balance, texture and placement. Come along and enjoy the experience of creativity while making these fun and vibrant pieces with the guidance of Risha, a local artist and qualified and experienced teacher. Please note there is an additional $40 materials fee payable to the trainer on the first evening.
- Tutor
- Risha Abell
- Duration
- 4 weeks
- Cost
- $110
- Code
- LXA106A104
- Location
- Lismore Community College
- Time
- 6.00pm - 8.00pm
- Date
- Mon 1 Nov 2010
