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Develop your keyboard skills and technique in this group class, musicians will have the opportunity to have 1:1 support and then rehearse what has been learnt and meet other people interested in learning Keyboard/ piano.

In Progress: 13/08/2019, 20/08/2019, 27/08/2019, 03/09/2019, 10/09/2019, 17/09/2019, 24/09/2019, 01/10/2019, 08/10/2019, 15/10/2019, 29/10/2019, 05/11/2019

The aim of this course is to create and record music, using music technology (Apple/ Logic) assisted by the tutor. You will develop existing skills or learning from scratch using state of the art equipment. learners will be encouraged to follow the learning method they prefer, make original pieces and keep CD recordings of their work at their own pace. You will meet other like-minded music creatives and learn skills adaptable for home recording or further courses.

In Progress: 13/08/2019, 20/08/2019, 27/08/2019, 03/09/2019, 10/09/2019, 17/09/2019, 24/09/2019, 01/10/2019, 08/10/2019, 15/10/2019, 29/10/2019, 05/11/2019

A focused session exploring a variety of Art techniques, tools, and a range of Art Materials. Learn about how paints are made and the differences across mediums and learn about yourself as an Artist through exploration and playful activities.

In Progress: 13/08/2019, 20/08/2019, 27/08/2019, 03/09/2019, 10/09/2019, 17/09/2019, 24/09/2019, 01/10/2019, 08/10/2019, 15/10/2019, 29/10/2019, 05/11/2019

This structured workshop replicates an art school environment in which new techniques are discussed & explored each week. Learrers will be pushed to developed their techniques and challanged about their work- the session ends with an optional cript and constructive feedback

In Progress: 13/08/2019, 20/08/2019, 27/08/2019, 03/09/2019, 10/09/2019, 17/09/2019, 24/09/2019, 01/10/2019, 08/10/2019, 15/10/2019, 29/10/2019, 05/11/2019

Specialising in Leather-craft, but also using a variety of materials, including vegan friendly leather substitutes, wirework and beadcraft, we help students to realise their best personal potential in Accessory Design. This can include traditional outcomes and product ranges that we would expect to see in the Accessory departments of modern fashion brands such as bags, wallets, keyfobs, or body adornment and conceptual pieces we help transform from their imagination into real wearable items or standalone art pieces, whether functional or decorative, or both.

In Progress: 03/07/2019, 10/07/2019, 17/07/2019, 24/07/2019, 14/08/2019, 21/08/2019, 28/08/2019, 04/09/2019, 11/09/2019, 18/09/2019, 25/09/2019, 02/10/2019

Explore your imagination and bring your thoughts to life through creative writing and poetry performance. Develop your repetoire & literacy skills and improve your confidence to read & compose prose in these group sessions with a variety of activities.

In Progress: 03/07/2019, 10/07/2019, 17/07/2019, 24/07/2019, 14/08/2019, 21/08/2019, 28/08/2019, 04/09/2019, 11/09/2019, 18/09/2019, 25/09/2019, 02/10/2019

Develop your techniques in brush work, colour mixing and composition design. Use and interpret famous paintings into your own transcriptions. Journey through the history of Art in paintings as you learn about artists in group discussions. Be supported to increase your confidence and ability in this calm and fully resourced Art studio environment with artists on hard to advice and coach your skills.

In Progress: 14/08/2019, 21/08/2019, 28/08/2019, 04/09/2019, 11/09/2019, 18/09/2019, 25/09/2019, 02/10/2019, 09/10/2019, 16/10/2019, 30/10/2019, 06/11/2019

Pick up a guitar and try your hand at a different song each week. Develop your technique as a guitarist, in this supportive group setting. Develop chords, tuning your guitar, open strings and fingerpicking patterns. Guitars are provided.

In Progress: 14/08/2019, 21/08/2019, 28/08/2019, 04/09/2019, 11/09/2019, 18/09/2019, 25/09/2019, 02/10/2019, 09/10/2019, 16/10/2019, 30/10/2019, 06/11/2019

Enter in a fully equipped, ready to record studio. Use your existing skills to collaborate with like-minded musicians to develop your skills and ideas, get creative with this easy going jam.

In Progress: 14/08/2019, 21/08/2019, 28/08/2019, 04/09/2019, 11/09/2019, 18/09/2019, 25/09/2019, 02/10/2019, 09/10/2019, 16/10/2019, 30/10/2019, 06/11/2019

Develop your technique as a guitarist, in this supportive group setting. Develop chords, tuning your guitar, open strings and fingerpicking patterns. Guitars are provided.

In Progress: 14/08/2019, 21/08/2019, 28/08/2019, 04/09/2019, 11/09/2019, 18/09/2019, 25/09/2019, 02/10/2019, 09/10/2019, 16/10/2019, 30/10/2019, 06/11/2019

This class offers access to various techniques, choose from still life and botanical drawing or mixed media working with portraiture - or dabble in either of the structured sessions to develop your artisitc techniques (focus on watercolour, inks and collage).

In Progress: 14/08/2019, 21/08/2019, 28/08/2019, 04/09/2019, 11/09/2019, 18/09/2019, 25/09/2019, 02/10/2019, 09/10/2019, 16/10/2019, 30/10/2019, 06/11/2019

A fantastic opportunity to develop and create your own ceramic pieces. Learn how to work with your hands to create sculptures, ornaments, and designs using different forms of technique and clay. Further your skills by trying your throwing skills and experiment with the wheel to create pots, places and bowls.

In Progress: 04/07/2019, 11/07/2019, 18/07/2019, 25/07/2019, 15/08/2019, 22/08/2019, 29/08/2019, 05/09/2019, 12/09/2019, 19/09/2019, 26/09/2019, 03/10/2019

Empower yourself as an artist, musician or writer by creating a web presence that defines and promotes your individual voice. Social media has given artists more control over their career than any point in history and this course is designed to explore the opportunities now available. Using platforms such as bandcamp, blogspot, Blurb, Wix, soundcloud, youtube and facebook. Release electronic books, music and use internet based services to manufacture hard copies.

In Progress: 15/08/2019, 22/08/2019, 29/08/2019, 05/09/2019, 12/09/2019, 19/09/2019, 26/09/2019, 03/10/2019, 10/10/2019, 17/10/2019, 24/10/2019, 31/10/2019

Enter into a fully equipped, ready to record studio. Explore the instrument that is your singing voice and strengthen your vocal chords through enjoyable studio sessions exploring popular songs. Musicians will be on hand to provide the backing in this fun and performance based session.

In Progress: 15/08/2019, 22/08/2019, 29/08/2019, 05/09/2019, 12/09/2019, 19/09/2019, 26/09/2019, 03/10/2019, 10/10/2019, 17/10/2019, 24/10/2019, 31/10/2019

1:1 Tuition to develop your technique and confidence to play in the studio with others, the tutor has a diverse set of skills to teach you various techniques and musical styles & rhythms.

In Progress: 15/08/2019, 22/08/2019, 29/08/2019, 05/09/2019, 12/09/2019, 19/09/2019, 26/09/2019, 03/10/2019, 10/10/2019, 17/10/2019, 24/10/2019, 31/10/2019

"Fun, light-hearted, RnB, Soul, Gospel singing and song-writing sessions. We will work on individual projects as well as encourage group work. You do not have to be an experienced singer song- writer to join these sessions. All you need is the willingness to participate and be ready to have fun"

In Progress: 15/08/2019, 22/08/2019, 29/08/2019, 05/09/2019, 12/09/2019, 19/09/2019, 26/09/2019, 03/10/2019, 10/10/2019, 17/10/2019, 24/10/2019, 31/10/2019

Come along to our beautiful horticulture site! Sessions will cover food growing, seed sowing and collection, plant propagation and much much more.

In Progress: 19/09/2019, 26/09/2019, 03/10/2019, 10/10/2019, 17/10/2019, 31/10/2019, 07/11/2019, 14/11/2019, 21/11/2019

A fantastic opportunity to develop and create your own ceramic pieces. Learn how to work with your hands to create sculptures, ornaments, and designs using different forms of technique and clay. Further your skills by trying your throwing skills and experiment with the wheel to create pots, places and bowls.

In Progress: 15/08/2019, 22/08/2019, 29/08/2019, 05/09/2019, 12/09/2019, 19/09/2019, 26/09/2019, 03/10/2019, 10/10/2019, 17/10/2019, 24/10/2019, 31/10/2019

Create textiles using a range of fashion garments and soft furnishings. Design, and tailor your own styles or creative ideas. Be inspired by others in the group. Learn the skills of applique, embroidery, printmaking and create something truly unique.

In Progress: 05/07/2019, 12/07/2019, 19/07/2019, 26/07/2019, 16/08/2019, 23/08/2019 30/08/2019, 06/09/2019, 13/09/2019, 20/09/2019, 27/09/2019, 04/10/2019

In this session you can learn how to construct and write music lyrics for your songs. You will have the opportunity to experiment with creating sounds and playing in a group as well as sharing creative ideas. Practical demonstrations will be given; course includes structure, lyrics, melody, harmony and rhythm.

In Progress: 16/08/2019, 23/08/2019, 30/08/2019, 06/09/2019, 13/09/2019, 20/09/2019, 27/09/2019, 04/10/2019, 11/10/2019, 18/10/2019, 25/10/2019, 01/11/2019

In this course learners will explore the art of relief print, using reduction or multi block techniques to produce an edition of their own design incorporating 2-3 different colours. The result will be producing a box-set of finished work and developing at a pace which suits your skill level.