WOMEN WRITERS OF THE LAKES
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThe literary landscape of the Lake District has been dominated by men, and its female writers, both 19th and 20th century have often been overlooked. The course will look at
CREATIVE RELIEF WOODCARVING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomRelief carving is the process of cutting a pattern or design into a flat surface. For those new to the craft, Sharon will gently guide you through the process of
RUSKIN LACE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomRuskin Lace is a distinctive form of lace which originated as a cottage industry in the Lake District in the 1880s. You will be working on linen fabric using a
CIRCLE DANCE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAll are welcome to join in this inclusive form of community dancing where no partners are required. For newcomers and the experienced alike. Music and dances drawn from cultures and
FOLD & DAPPLE: POETRY PAINT PROCESS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomTake a slow close look at springtime unfolding in the gardens of Higham Hall. Taking a lead from Gerard Manley Hopkins’ poem ‘Pied Beauty’ we’ll combine en plein air painting
WOVEN TAPESTRY: BEGINNERS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomWhether you are a beginner or in need of a refresher, this workshop is designed to give you a solid technical grounding in tapestry weaving. Participants will learn essential weaving
FINDING MY VOICE: BUILDING MY SELF-ESTEEM
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomUsing humanistic theories, we will explore self-esteem levels through held values, feelings, levels of respect and behaviours. The concept of an inner-critic and 'imposter syndrome' - influence and impact will
WOVEN TAPESTRY: WORDS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomExplore and learn techniques to convey words - meander, disappear, fast, up/down. How do you express these words playfully through colour and yarn choices? Louise Martin Residential: £355 Non-residential: £250
FULLY BOOKED: INTRODUCTION TO MEDIEVAL MANUSCRIPT ILLUMINATION
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomUse skills passed down by medieval craftspeople to create small designs using 23 carat gold and pigments. No drawing experience is necessary. A selection of medieval and contemporary designs are
DRAWING INTENSIVE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA comprehensive course covering the main aspects of drawing with both traditional and contemporary approaches using a variety of different media. We will work on form, tone, mark-making, and creating