Adult Arts Courses

Sunday 25th November, 10am - 4pm
with Nicholas Packham

Visit a practising workshop and learn how to make beautiful Christmas gift items from metal.

Previous experience preferred but not essential.

Class to take place at Nicholas’ workshop in Milton Keynes. Call 01296 424332 for address.

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Sunday 2nd December, 10am - 4pm
with Nicholas Packham

Visit a practising workshop and learn how to make beautiful Christmas gift items from metal.

Previous experience preferred but not essential.

Class to take place at Nicholas’ workshop in Milton Keynes. Call 01296 424332 for address.

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Sunday 9th December, 10am - 4pm
with Claire Steele

The keys to our lives are hidden in our writing. The story reveals the purpose and the proper rhythm of our lives. Join me on this one day course to explore the abundant pleasures of writing together in a nurturing and creative environment.

Guided writing exercises will provide the structure for you to embark upon your unique writing adventure. Everything you need to know is already within you; it just needs you to turn the key.

For more details email dario@qpc.org or visit Unbound's Facebook page.

This workshop is presented by Unbound, Queens Park's in-house programme of workshops and performances designed to create learning and practical opportunities for students of any level of experience in the fields of drama, creative writing and theatre studies.

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Sunday 13th January, 10am-4pm
with Julia Phillips

Start with pattern theory and print a tea towel. Learn other techniques including masking, layering and 'white on white'

All materials supplied. Please bring an apron.

There will be an opportunity to buy blocks, paints and other supplies.

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Sunday 13th January, 10am-4pm
with Jeremy Turner

Following a session of drawing in which you project how you want others to see you, or perhaps how you think others see you, in sketches or more considered drawings, you will select whatever you choose as most appropriate for a design to apply to the material you use. This can be sycamore, redwood, lime, plywood or MDF. The tutor will bring in a selection in suitable thicknesses.

The outline shape can be cut with a coping saw or on the bandsaw. Surface detail and texture can be carved on both sides. Then the piece can be mounted on a supporting base and painted.

All tools, paint and materials will be supplied.

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Sunday 13th January, 10am-4pm
with Nicholas Packham

Visit a practising workshop and learn the basic techniques of blacksmithing to create either a poker, coat hook, bracelet, bowl or trivet.

Class to take place at Nicholas’ workshop in Milton Keynes. Call 01296 424332 for address.

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Sunday 13th January, 10am-4pm
with Polli Phippen

In this day-long 'taster' of mosaics be inspired by beautiful materials, learning technical skills as you go – how to cut, shape and make your work flow. Expect to finish a piece about 15 x 20cm.

£10 for materials payable to the tutor on the day. Bring an apron and an idea or two!

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Sunday 13th January, 10am-4pm
with Patrick Hayward

Prepare to take your pottery wheel driving test! Learn the basic principles of throwing clay to make cylinders (the basis of most pots).

Clay included, plus firing and glazing for one pot.

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Sunday 13th January, 10am-4pm
with Pippa North

A wonderful introduction to wet felt making, a gently paced opportunity to explore and choose from a glorious selection of wools, silks, angelina and yarn.

Materials included.

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Sunday 13th January, 10am-4pm
with Caroline Kearsey

This is a chance to start the new year with a new hobby.

Aimed at the complete adult beginner, you will learn how to design, cut and copper foil, solder and add decorative details to stained glass pieces.

You will be able to make approx 3 small items for which there will be a small charge to cover materials.

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Sunday 13th January, 10am-4pm
with Elizabeth Bond

This is a leather workshop making soft leather purses and wallets.

Spend an enjoyable day learning different techniques to hand sew leather to make simple, soft leather purses and wallets.

No previous experience necessary. Patterns will be available to use on the day or could you be tempted to design your own?

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Sunday 13th January, 10am-4pm
with Josephine Whitfield

Try a range of printing techniques and finish with a super colour lino print.

Materials included. Bring your own tools and any colour or interesting papers.

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Sunday 27th January, 10am-4pm
with Claire Steele

The keys to our lives are hidden in our writing. The story reveals the purpose and the proper rhythm of our lives. Join me on this one day course to explore the abundant pleasures of writing together in a nurturing and creative environment.

Guided writing exercises will provide the structure for you to embark upon your unique writing adventure. Everything you need to know is already within you; it just needs you to turn the key.

For more details email dario@qpc.org or visit Unbound's Facebook page.

This workshop is presented by Unbound, Queens Park's in-house programme of workshops and performances designed to create learning and practical opportunities for students of any level of experience in the fields of drama, creative writing and theatre studies.

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Three-week course: 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
with Leila Ward

This course will introduce you to beginner drawing techniques- looking at equipment, how to show depth through shading and perspective, and how to draw through identifying shape, form and texture.

This workshop is aimed at beginners to drawing, and art in general, and those looking to improve their drawing skill. Adults (age 13 years +)

Students should bring a selection of pencils (H, HB, 2B, 4B, 6B), an A4 sketch pad, a rubber, a pencil charpener and a ruler.

About the Tutor

Leila Ward is a Tring-based artist who studied Art and Design at Loughborough University School of Art and Design. She has experimented with different mediums over the years, and particularly likes drawing/ painting animals, and using watercolour, acrylic, and printing techniques. Leila runs the Tring Art Society, and enjoys making art more accessible to others, showing people that anyone can create art.

Places must be booked in advance for this course

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Sunday 17th February, 10am-4pm
with Claire Steele

The keys to our lives are hidden in our writing. The story reveals the purpose and the proper rhythm of our lives. Join me on this one day course to explore the abundant pleasures of writing together in a nurturing and creative environment.

Guided writing exercises will provide the structure for you to embark upon your unique writing adventure. Everything you need to know is already within you; it just needs you to turn the key.

For more details email dario@qpc.org or visit Unbound's Facebook page.

This workshop is presented by Unbound, Queens Park's in-house programme of workshops and performances designed to create learning and practical opportunities for students of any level of experience in the fields of drama, creative writing and theatre studies.

Click here for Terms & Conditions

Three-week course: 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
with Leila Ward

This course builds on the beginner's drawing class, advancing the key techniques of shading and perspective, and how to draw through identifying shape, form and texture.

This workshop is aimed at those who have attended Leila's beginner's drawing class, as well as those looking to improve their drawing skill. Adults (age 13 years +)

Students should bring a selection of pencils (H, HB, 2B, 4B, 6B), an A4 sketch pad, a rubber, a pencil charpener and a ruler.

About the Tutor

Leila Ward is a Tring-based artist who studied Art and Design at Loughborough University School of Art and Design. She has experimented with different mediums over the years, and particularly likes drawing/ painting animals, and using watercolour, acrylic, and printing techniques. Leila runs the Tring Art Society, and enjoys making art more accessible to others, showing people that anyone can create art.

Places must be booked in advance for this course

Click here for Terms & Conditions