Week of Courses
SKETCHING AND PAINTING THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Explore 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
BEGINNERS AND IMPROVERS UKULELE
The 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:
LIFE DRAWING
This 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
FULLY BOOKED: EXPRESSIVE SEMI-ABSTRACT SEASCAPES IN MIXED MEDIA
This 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
MUSICAL DEDICATIONS
This 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
FULLY BOOKED: LAKELAND BIRDS
Magnificent 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