Higham Hall College
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ANCIENT EGYPTIAN BODIES IN ART
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThe ancient Egyptians are almost immediate recognisable from their many depictions and the human body features prominently in Ancient Egyptian art. This course examines evidence for painting, sculpture and relief to show changing fashions of representing the body over time – in art and in hieroglyphic writing. How reliable are these as a guide to […]
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RUSKIN LACE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomRuskin Lace is a special form of lace which originated as a cottage industry in the Lake District in the 1880s. Karen, a leading expert and author on Ruskin Lace, brings extensive knowledge to support and guide you whether it is your first encounter with this heritage craft or you are already addicted! You will […]
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BOOKBINDING: RESTORATION
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomMost books deteriorate over time and so book conservators had to develop skills in restoring them. On this course you will learn the basics of book repairs using a variety of cloths, papers, and adhesives. You will learn how to: deconstruct a book in a safe and systematic fashion, repair both individual pages and sections, […]
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BASSOONS WITH LAURENCE PERKINS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomYes, honestly, only Bassoons allowed! Laurence Perkins with Catriona McDermid and Yoshiko Endo We can pick up at 5pm from Penrith Rail Station (+£40) BY PRIOR ARRANGEMENT ON BOOKING All applications to be made initially through Laurence to ascertain ensemble line-up: www.laurenceperkins.com/wind-serenades
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CREATIVE LEATHERWORKING FOR BOOKBINDERS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomUsing natural (undyed) and tannery dyed leathers, students will learn how to apply a wide range of decorative finishes and textures to a leather surface, including: craquele, printed resist, transfer print, dyeing and colouring. The completed leather samples will then be used to cover a millboard plaquette with lined doublure which can then be used […]
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PATCHWORK: HUNTER’S STAR
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomHunter's Star can be a tricky block to make due to the bias-cut edges and there are several different ways to make it, but this course takes a straightforward approach which everyone can use to find success. Use two contrasting colours or many to get the result you prefect. Pre-cuts (layer cakes) or meterage can be […]
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BEGINNERS AND IMPROVERS UKULELE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThe 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.
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INSPIRED BY THE SCOTTISH COLOURISTS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA colourful and inspiring course using methods and ideas employed by the Scottish Colourists. Work with your own subject matter or the varied items supplied. Through exploring the work of great artists, you can improve your practise.
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PAINTING THE SEA
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomCumbria's west coast has a wide variety of shoreline subjects for the painter, from dramatic cliffs to sandy/pebbly beaches and tidal estuaries. Join landscape painter Lionel Playford visiting two of these for inspiration. Sharpen up your skills sketching and painting en plein air and learn some useful techniques to capture the look and feeling of […]
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LIFE DRAWING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis course will provide 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 […]