Higham Hall College

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Bassenthwaite Lake
Cockermouth, Cumbria CA13 9SH United Kingdom Get Directions
Phone 01768 776276
Website www.highamhall.com

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  • TRADITIONAL STAINED GLASS

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

    Design and make a traditional stained-glass panel using key skills that will enable you to construct more elaborate projects later. Learn about design principles before creating and preparing your pattern, decide which glass to use and how to cut it safely, become confident in the leading and soldering process then finally clean and polish your […]

  • AUTUMN YOGA RETREAT: TOWARDS A PERSONAL PRACTICE

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

    An opportunity to explore and deepen your understanding of an accessible and adaptable approach to yoga, in the spirit of Vini yoga as developed by the pioneering yoga teacher T.K.V. Desikachar. All levels welcome; instruction and support will be tailored to each individual’s ability and needs.

  • BOTANICAL ART USING COLOURED PENCILS: INSPIRED BY SEASONAL FRUITS, VEGETABLES AND NUTS

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

    Here is an opportunity to observe in detail some of the plant-based food staples that see us through the darker seasons of autumn and winter. Create a composition or single study at your own pace and in a relaxed atmosphere. Learn to recreate their colours, surface textures and patterns. In the lead up to Christmas there should […]

  • BEETHOVEN: SYMPHONIES 5, 6 & 7

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

    Many of Beethoven’s most popular works come from his “middle period”. Fate knocks at the door in the Fifth. Relaxation in the countryside flows through the Sixth and Apollonian splendour and rhythmic drive characterise the Seventh.

  • PRINTMAKING: ETCHING

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

    Spend time exploring the inky and atmospheric world of etching. Using metal plates made of copper or zinc we will learn the fundamental elements of the process, with demonstrations and extensive technical support, culminating in your own set of limited-edition prints. With new tutor Jack Fawdry Tatham of Market Place Print Studio, Cockermouth.

  • CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING: BIRDS

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

    Birds are a lively element in Chinese paintings and thus a common feature along with flowers. A variety of birds will be covered, both large and small. We will paint in both freehand and meticulous, realistic styles. We will also look at composition as space is such an integral part in traditional layouts and we […]

  • COLLAGRAPH PRINTMAKING

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

    Ideal as an introduction to experimental collagraph printing, or as a refresher, this course covers basic collagraph plate making techniques such as masking, layering, impressing and cutting into the surface. Understand how to create texture, line and tones from very dark to very light in your plates using a combination of everyday materials like sticky […]

  • TAPESTRY WEAVING: CIRCLES

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

    How to form circles within a tapestry? Make circular tapestries? Weave circles small and large, part or whole, sharp-edged or diffuse, translucent, raised or outlined. Weaving circles within the grid of warp and weft means making careful choices of warp sett, weft materials and how and when to turn. This is an in-depth look at […]

  • CALICO GARDENS EMBROIDERY

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

    Hand stitches in neutral shades with subtle enhancements creating texture and 3D effects. Beginners and experienced embroiderers all welcome; start with a Calico Garden Sampler to frame or bring your own project to work on with Angie's expert support.

  • TAPESTRY WEAVING: A FEAST OF WEFTS

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

    From wiry shining hemp to wire of all colours; from a chalky soft spun cotton to gleaming silks, muscular linens or sumptuous wools; even torn newspaper, plastic bags or worn-out clothing; there are so many potential weft materials, each with a unique personality. We'll try weaving with various plant fibres, synthetics, animal hair and wool […]