ESSENTIAL ART SKILLS: ACRYLIC FOR BEGINNERS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA starter or refresher to get to grips with the basics in painting with acrylics. Projects will be set to explore the subject and develop your skills. Ceri Allen (Carlisle
PIANO WORKSHOP
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomFor up to ten players* of Grade 7 and above. Prepare a 20-minute programme to be played and discussed; if possible, bring along spare copies of pieces for others. Suggestions
THE INTENSITY OF STILL LIFE: LIGHT, COLOUR AND COMPOSITION
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThe practice of still life has been foundational for great painters from Vermeer to Hockney: this course will show you why! Develop your creative sensitivities in observational and expressive drawing
FULLY BOOKED: CAPTURE SCOTTISH SCAPES: EXPLORE EXPRESSIVE MIXED MEDIA
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomWork with (don’t fight against) the fast-drying nature of acrylics and use mixed-media to create vibrant, atmospheric paintings (from excellent reference images provided by your Tutor), layer by layer. For
CREATIVE STITCHING – FOR THE TERRIFIED!
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA fun way to get serious with stitching little creative projects using a stash of bits and pieces. Basic materials provided, but feel free to bring some of your own
EASTER CREATIONS (MATERIALS PROVIDED)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomArrangements will include an Easter wreath, a decorated tree, a Spring bowl, a candlelit Easter pot and a caged Easter egg. Just bring scissors and/or secateurs – all materials provided.
WATERLOO ASSOCIATION WEEKEND
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThe French Revolution and the worldwide conflict that ensued, which was only brought to an end by The Battle of Waterloo, retains a continuing fascination to this day. It was
HIGHAM HALL CHOIR – EXPERIENCED
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA Taste of Ancient and Modern: a hop through the centuries! Explore pieces from as early as the 7th century (by the Byzantine nun Kasia), moving through the 12th century
SOLWAY FIELD TRIPS: PEOPLE, WILDLIFE AND TALES OF THE UNEXPECTED
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom*NEW* Uncover some local culture, wildlife habitats and places on the Solway with unusual stories to tell: The Solway Spaceman, Ghost horses and the day Red Rum came to visit.
CALICO GARDENS EMBROIDERY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomHand stitches in neutral shades with subtle enhancements creating texture and 3D effects. Beginners or experienced welcome, work on either a Calico Garden Sampler to frame, or your own project.