WHAT IS THE ANTHROPOCENE AND WHY IT MATTERS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomDr Simon Carr FRGS, FRSA £10 incl. refreshments BOOK ONLINE: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/EKTP
BEGINNERS AND IMPROVERS UKULELE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThe course will cater for beginners (starting from scratch, learning together with fun and accessible rock and pop songs) and anyone who has already got to grips with the basic chords and would like to improve and develop their skills with new chords, alternative fingerings and tablature. Richard Sabey & Jennifer Pugh Residential: £400 Non-residential:
WOODLAND FLORA IDENTIFICATION
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis course provides an introduction to the skills and knowledge required to identify wildflowers. Focusing on woodland plants that emerge and flower early in the growing season, we will also study a range of vascular plants including herbs, grasses, ferns, etc. also found in this habitat. The course will include classroom sessions where we explore
SKETCHING AND PAINTING THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomExplore the varied and wonderful landscapes of the northern Lake District from stream and riverbank to lakeside fell by way of woodland through plein-air sketching and studio painting. Lionel will help you develop more powerful ways to express your feelings about the outdoor world, seen from afar or close-up, using traditional drawing and painting media
LIFE DRAWING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis course offers an opportunity for learners of all abilities to develop drawing direct from a life model. Life drawing is a traditional skill that increases accuracy within observational drawing and feeds into all areas of art practice. You will explore drawing techniques that develop both mark-making and measuring skills. You will be encouraged to
EXPRESSIVE SEMI-ABSTRACT SEASCAPES IN MIXED MEDIA
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis short mixed media seascape course offers an opportunity to explore lots of creative and expressive art techniques in a really exciting way with seascapes! Robert will teach you how to engage with your subject in greater depth, incorporating meaning and feeling with a semi-abstract approach. You will work both in the studio and (weather
BUTTERFLIES, MOTHS AND THE COUNTRYSIDE OF NORTH WEST CUMBRIA
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomFor lovers of natural history and the countryside, this course is also an eye-opener for anyone wishing to improve their awareness of the natural world. Walk contrasting Cumbrian sites where conservation management has helped the habitats of rare butterflies including the Marsh Fritillary, Mountain Ringlet, Small Blue and The Forester. Lecture presentations in the evening
MUSICAL DEDICATIONS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis course will take a different slant, unveiling a series of classical works inspired by, and dedicated to, a particular person. This may be another composer, a great performer (pianist, violinist, singer, conductor) or a romantic connection. A wide historical range will be covered, from the 16th to 20th centuries, and a wealth of beautiful
LAKELAND BIRDS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomMagnificent scree-covered slopes, tranquil lakes, hanging oak woodlands and dramatic sea cliffs are just a few of Cumbria's habitats which we will be exploring throughout this five-day course. We will take short local trips to sample the best of Cumbria's summer birdlife, including Wheatears, Ring Ouzels, Redstarts, Dippers, Pied Flycatchers Wood Warblers and Ospreys to
CHINE COLLÉ PRINTMAKING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomChine collée is a collage technique that adds extra layers to your prints. It is a great method for introducing areas of specific colour, text or photographic images into your prints. Chine collée can be incorporated into many different types of relief and intaglio printmaking, so whether you are doing drypoint, collagraph, lino or woodcut