TALK & TEA: LOST CUMBRIA ON FILM

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

We will be heading back in time for a nostalgic trip into the past all over the county with the Cumbria Film Archive. A unique afternoon of entertainment enjoying genuinely 

Let me read more...

DRAW LIKE A PRO!

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Professional artists often have a pleasing polish to their drawings. They look confidently handled, pleasingly proportioned, with a bold clarity to the detailed sections contrasting with a dreamy delicacy to 

Let me read more...

SKETCHING IN PEN AND WATERCOLOUR (MATERIALS PROVIDED)

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

For those who may have lightly dabbled or not, but seeking something still gentle and not too full-on, this course aims to help you explore the merits of Sketchbooking as 

Let me read more...

WRITING FICTION: SETTING AND STRUCTURE

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

A residential creative writing course aimed at both beginning and intermediate writers interested in flash fiction, short stories, novellas or the novel. Consisting of lectures, writing exercises and individual tutorials, 

Let me read more...

REPRESENTING ROYALTY: THE PHARAOH IN ANCIENT EGYPTIAN ART

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

The Pharaoh dominated ancient Egyptian official art. This course examines how and why this was the case, investigating evidence from the Predynastic Period to the Roman occupation of Egypt. What 

Let me read more...

THE LAZY PHILOSOPHER’S GUIDE TO IRIS MURDOCH

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Murdoch’s philosophy has often been neglected in favour of her novels. In this course we will remedy this imbalance.  Beginning with the novel The Bell, we will look at the 

Let me read more...

TALK & TEA: THE PHILOSOPHY OF HAPPINESS

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

One in a series of lectures by our Philosophy Tutor Darren for anyone who would like to enrich their lives by hearing a philosophical perspective on various topics. What is 

Let me read more...

LIFE DRAWING

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

A traditional skill that increases accuracy within observational drawing, life drawing feeds into all areas of art practice. Expand, refine, and challenge yourself reinforcing all the essential fundamentals in a 

Let me read more...

DAFFODIL AND BLUEBELL SCENES IN COLOURED PENCIL

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Images of Ullswater and Rannerdale will epitomise the dynamic Lakeland spring scenery. Work with Margaret's patient expert guidance as you gently explore the potential of the humble pencil to produce 

Let me read more...