FULLY BOOKED: SEMI-ABSTRACT MIXED MEDIA EXPRESSIVE LANDSCAPES
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomExplore contemporary mixed media techniques using watercolour, gouache, acrylic inks and soft pastel. We may venture outdoors (weather permitting) painting and drawing in a dramatic Lakeland landscape setting but this course mainly focuses on a studio response to our source material (sketches, photographs, drawings and so on) with a semi abstract and expressive direction in
FULLY BOOKED: BOTANICAL COLOURED PENCIL: SUMMER SESSION
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomIdeal for those keen to spend a longer stay, maybe getting on with existing projects in our usual relaxed atmosphere, rotating individual attention so you may work at your own pace. Susan Christopher-Coulson (Lancashire www.highamhall.com/susan-christopher-coulson) Residential: £570 Non-residential: £400
SINGING & CIRCLE DANCE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA real cultural experience as we explore songs and dances from other countries and cultures, giving you a chance to dip into singing, or dancing, if you are not sure about either! Anne-Lise Kryger (Circle Dance www.highamhall.com/anne-lise-kryger) Chris Hale (Singing www.highamhall.com/chris-hale) Residential: £385 Non-residential: £275
ESSENTIAL DRAWING SKILLS: DRAWING WITH COLOUR
Get to grips with using colour in your Drawings. With inspiration from great artists, we will explore, pastel, ink, coloured pencil and other coloured media. This course is aimed at beginners or as a refresher for the more experienced. Ceri Allen (Carlisle www.highamhall.com/ceri-allen) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190 ESSENTIAL DRAWING SKILLS modules can work well
FULLY BOOKED: BOOKBINDING: BEGINNERS
An introduction to the basics of hand bookbinding using techniques, hardly changed in centuries. See how paper is prepared, then hand sewn into a single-section pamphlet and a multi-section book. Learn how to prepare the book for covering, using traditional methods with modern materials. Gain experience and insight into book construction and how to use
EARLY MUSIC SUMMER SCHOOL 2023
For competent singers, viol and recorder players, covering music c1450-c1650. Instruction in choral/solo singing, viol and recorder playing, lute, plus vocal technique and various consorts. Plenary music-making sessions, lectures and opportunities to try something new (instrument or voice). A marvellously rich musical cocktail! Deborah Catterall (Head Tutor, Vocal), Elizabeth Dodd (Viol, Renaissance Dance), Philip
A SUMMER BREAK WITH THE HARP (2 NIGHT)
All ability levels except absolute beginner. Emphasis will be on having fun, but attention will be paid to technique, tone, accuracy and musicality. Written music supplied and specially written parts will cater for all levels. All styles - something for everyone! Guest Tutors: Tamsin Dearnley and Lucy Nolan Organised by Gill Salter-Smith for Harps Northwest
FULLY BOOKED: PRINTMAKING SUMMER WORKSHOP
Explore techniques: woodcut, (cutting an image in plankwood); wood engraving (on endgrain hardwood or plastic); drypoint (drawing on metal with a steelpoint) and etching (using acid to etch on a zinc plate). Create prints to your own design. Beginners or experienced. Peter Collins (Gloucestershire www.highamhall.com/peter-collins) Residential: £465 Non-residential: £330
FULLY BOOKED: WOODCARVING: RELIEF AND CREATIVE
Transform a block of wood into a unique picture. Bring ideas or use Sharon's books for inspiration. Transfer a pattern, use chisels, learn techniques. Beginners and experienced. Sharon Littley (S Wales www.highamhall.com/sharon-littley) Residential: £520 Non-residential: £350
FREEDOM, FRANCHISE AND FEMININITY IN VIRGINIA WOOLF
What is Freedom? Is Freedom having a ‘room of one’s own’? Are there several forms of Freedom? Is ‘Political Freedom’ and franchise the most important? Using Woolf’s novel Mrs Dalloway, as well as her essay A Room of One’s Own, this course will explore the concepts of Freedom, Franchise and Femininity. Darren Harper (Cumbria