EXPLORE DRAWING – A BEGINNERS COURSE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA gentle introduction to drawing, working at your own pace with artist and tutor Ceri Allen. Learn the basics of drawing materials, methods and techniques. Ceri Allen £95 including lunch BOOK ONLINE: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DRNK
LACE AS YOU LIKE IT
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomHave you ever wondered about how lace is made? Would you like to learn this fascinating craft? All abilities are welcome, from complete beginner through to advanced. Want to try a lace type that you have not made before? Most of the many different lace types can be accommodated in the class. If you have
FULLY BOOKED: SOLWAY MARITIME HISTORY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis course explores the rich maritime history and stunning landscapes of the Solway coast. With a programme of minibus-based field trips we will visit different harbours, historic quaysides and coastal sites stretching from Whitehaven in west Cumbria through to Dumfries in southwest Scotland. Fiona Stoddart Residential: £455 Non-residential: £330 (includes minibus trips)
ENAMEL BOWLS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis course will focus on making fired enamel copper bowls of different sizes. There will be a range of sizes available to work with, from small to very large bowls, but those who have not made an enamel bowl before will be encouraged to start small. We will troubleshoot the challenges of working at scale
LACE AS YOU LIKE IT
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomHave you ever wondered about how lace is made? Would you like to learn this fascinating craft? All abilities are welcome, from complete beginner through to advanced. Want to try a lace type that you have not made before? Most of the many different lace types can be accommodated in the class. If you have
INTRODUCTION TO BRYOPHYTES (MOSSES AND LIVERWORTS)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAn introductory course in which we will look at identifying some of the most common bryophytes. We will look at the main features that help with identification, collect some species from the grounds and practise using a key. We will use hand lenses and microscopes to appreciate the details of these tiny plants and get
FULLY BOOKED: PAINTING FUNGI
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA chance to try botanical painting alongside our annual MUSHROOMS, TOADSTOOLS AND OTHER FUNGI identification course which should mean a wide range of real examples and mycological expertise will be immediately to hand if you wish to deepen your knowledge of your subject. Work in watercolour, coloured pencil or try a mixture of both, with
FULLY BOOKED: MUSHROOMS, TOADSTOOLS AND OTHER FUNGI
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomOur seasonal opportunity to develop fungi identification skills with a renowned expert. Minibus field trips: easy, but off-path walking. Collect and observe fungi in various habitats, examine finds, accurately identify with a range of keys for identification to both genus and species. For anyone interested in fungi, seasoned or unseasoned, with a wish to learn.
FULLY BOOKED: WOODBLOCK PRINTMAKING WEEKEND
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomTransform your own designs into print, perhaps for a Christmas card, using the fascinating media of woodcut and wood engraving. Working with plywood, MDF, end-grain hardwood or plastic blocks, a wide range of styles is possible, whatever your art background. Beginners or experienced, be inspired to start a home industry! Peter Collins Residential: £305 Non-residential:
FULLY BOOKED: SHAKESPEARE’S CORIOLANUS: HERO OR VILLIAN?
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomJoin us to explore an unexpectedly topical Roman tragedy, set against a cost of living crisis, class conflict, contentious elections, and the threats of external warfare. Coriolanus is a war hero rejected by the populus when he proves unable to ‘play politics’; his attempted revenge brings about his own destruction. Clare Smout Residential: £305 Non-residential: