Arts and crafts courses, workshops and classes in Cornwall
There lots of arts and crafts courses, workshops and classes going on in Cornwall. Drawing and painting classes are hugely popular. There are currently 26 listed in this section. If you would like to request inclusion of your event please complete our event listing request form.
Jamboree open art ware and textile studioEvery WednesdaySpace is open to individuals or small groups at Jamboree open art ware and textile studio.A date and time can be made by appointment or open nights are every Wednesday evening from 6pm. If there are enough people interested, a fashion show or photo shoot could be arranged for you're portfolios or just for fun. £10 a session, £5 concession reduced fees if you supply you're own materials. The homely venue is at 58 Adelaide Street Penzance, TR18 2ES, just 2 minutes from the train station, next to the Music Box and Bus Stop Shop. Mobile: 07972403433 Email: josssdee@hotmail.com |
Life drawing classesWednesday mornings and Thursday eveningsThe tutor, Camilla Dixon, is an artist and illustrator with fifteen years teaching experience including Central St Martins College of Art & Design, Glasgow School of Art and University College Falmouth.Wednesday mornings 10-1 and Thursday evenings 6-9. Modern experimental approach: fast dynamic poses, various media, clothed and nude male and female models. Guaranteed fun and rapid improvement! All levels welcome from absolute beginners to professional artists. £50 for 6 consecutive sessions or £12 per session. St Mawgan(near Newquay Airport) For more information please contact Camilla on 01637 861930 or email. Email: camilladixon@hotmail.com |
Crafty sew ‘n’ sewsCrafty sew n sews - Every Tuesday morning
Come along to Kidz R Us for a fun and friendly theatre crafts workshop, and help us make props, and costumes whilst learning new skills, chatting and making new friends.No experience necessary, Sharon and Jane can teach you all sorts of skills from hat-making to basket weaving, or just sit and do some hand sewing and enjoy the company. Sessions will run every Tuesday morning from 10 until 12 and you can drop in whenever you like, free of charge and have a go. All materials provided. Come along for a cuppa and see what it’s all about. All welcome! Starts Tuesday January 5th 2010 at ten o'clock and every Tuesday after that. ‘The Kitchen’, St Ives theatre, Lower Stennack. St Ives, Cornwall Contact Kim on 01736 797007 or by email for more information. Email: Kim@kidzrus.net Web site: www.kidzrus.net |
Costume making and pattern cutting courseWednesday, 13th January 2010 to Wednesday, 24th March 2010
Pattern cutting and dress making for the theatre.
We are intending to run a Ten week practical course (one day per week) starting January 13th 2010 in pattern cutting and dress making run by Jane Badcock. This is a rare opportunity to learn specialist skills in theatrical costume making by a professional theatrical costumier and designer. Jane started out by taking an indentured apprenticeship at Norman Hartnells Couture making dresses for the queen and original catwalk designs. After this she studied costume design at London College of Fashion and then went on to work at the Royal Opera House for eight years and also produced specialist period costume for the BBC’s costume dramas. Classes run from 10.00 am until approx. 3 pm on Wednesdays. Objectives of the course Students will: 1. Learn to draft a pattern block 2. Learn to manipulate pattern block to draft patterns. 3. Understand fabrics, their properties and usage. 4. Draft a pattern given by the designer 5. Cut out garment from pattern 6. Make up garment to a high standard for use on stage 7. Learn to use domestic and industrial sewing machines and overlockers. 8. Learn about different methods of fabric decoration for example, embroidery, painting on fabric and beadwork, and different hand-stitching methods. 9. Understand the difference between design for stage and design for fashion. 10. Touch on some of the history of fashion including corsets and petticoats as well as outer garments. Jane is also able to teach specific skills on request such as millinery. Who can take part? Anyone who is old enough to be out of compulsory full time education. What skills do I need? Enthusiasm, a passion for fashion and a willingness to learn. How much will it cost? The ten week course will cost £100 for non kidz volunteers or £25 for Kidz volunteers and those on low income. Please email Kidz R Us or phone St Ives theatre, 01736 752585. St Ives theatre, lower Stennack, St Ives. Cornwall TR26 1QG. Email: kim@kidzrus.net Web site: www.kidzrus.net |
Stage management course at St Ives theatreWednesday, 13th January 2010 to Wednesday, 24th March 2010
Are stage managers really necessary?Hello my lovelies, Another date for yer diaries!! Brian Buttle, a well-respected and also very entertaining stage manager has kindly agreed to come down and teach a short course in Stage management for our volunteers. The course entitled, “Are stage managers really necessary?” goes through the role of the stage manager in very practical terms (lots of hands-on experience on this course!!!), until everybody says Yes!! (stage managers are really necessary!). The course will run on Friday evening on 5th February 1010, and Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th all day. People who are either not current volunteers or not interested in volunteering will be asked to contribute £50.00 to cover our costs. If you then go on to work as a stage management volunteer on our 2010 season of shows your fees will be refunded at the end of summer. There will also be a session during the weekend for all production departments to attend so that everyone understands the stage managers role and how beneficial good stage management can be to them. (times to be confirmed). Brian Buttle has a fantastic reputation and we are very lucky he has found a time slot to come and do this workshop. If you would like to attend the course please send a cheque for £50 with the following information. Name; e-mail address; address; contact no; Previous technical and/or theatre experience…… What would you like to gain from a course in stage sound design…. How will you use the knowledge you learn on the course? Thank you and goodnight, Kim x Volunteer Co-ordinator, Kidz R us, St Ives Theatre. Lower Stennack, St Ives, Cornwall. TR26 1QG. Tel 01736 797007. Web site: www.kidzrus.net |
The Golden Bowl Writing WorkshopsSaturday mornings term timeThe Golden Bowl Writing Workshops are held on Saturday mornings in the Turks Head, Chapel Street, Penzance, Cornwall. They are held weekly and roughly follow the school term schedule. The Golden Bowl sessions offer writers of all abilities an opportunity to transform their writing practice through a creative process that can give their work an added strength and extra sparkle as well as giving their writer's voice a confidence boost.The Workshops are facilitated by Judith Sayers, a trained and experienced facilitator and practising writer who has run writing and story telling workshops with many different kinds of groups in Cornwall, London and Sheffield. Her facilitation style is person centred and inventive, allowing participants to relax and and enjoy the writing sessions in their own unique way. The Golden bowl provides an accumulative experience for writers that they can use to inform their day to day writing practice. Cost £5 per session. Writers bring their own writing materials. To Book call 07969 489736 |
Art of Ceremony eveningsAlternate Thursday evenings from Thursday, 4th March 2010 through to Thursday, 1st April 2010Do you want to bring more creativity into your life? Web site: www.artofceremony.co.uk |
Drawing WorkshopThursday, 11th March 2010
Drawing Workshop
Thursday, 11th March 2010 6.30pm Join us for an evening drawing workshop at the museum, based around the Philbrick Gallery hang of narrative paintings. All materials supplied Suitable for ages 16+ £5.00 Booking essential. Royal Cornwall Museum, River Street, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 2SJ For more information and to book or 01872 272205 ext 0 or email. Email: enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk Web site: www.royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk |
Lunchtime talkThursday, 11th March 2010
The Art Fund Hugh Stoneman ArchiveThursday, 11th March 2010 1-2pm Lunchtime talk by Brian Stewart from Falmouth Art Gallery Free event. Places limited, Pre-booking advised. Royal Cornwall Museum, River Street, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 2SJ For more information and to book or 01872 272205 ext 0 or email. Email: enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk Web site: www.royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk |
Nurturing the Nurturer2010-03-13A one day Art of Ceremony workshop for women. Saturday March 13th, 10am – 5.30pm at the “Goat Barn”, Boscawen Un Farm, Near St Buryan, West Cornwall.An opportunity for mothers, carers, teachers and service providers of all ages to enjoy a day of heartful, self-nourishing creativity. Cost: £50 - includes materials and lunch. Accommodation and lift sharing can be arranged. To book call Claire on 01736 871638 or 07532174802 More details on web site. Web site: www.artofceremony.co.uk |
Feltmaking workshopSunday, 14th March 2010Feltmaking – Sunday 14th March Mother’s Day10-4pm. Think Mines are just for Men? Think again? Come and be inspired by the unique grit and beauty of West Cornwall’s World Mining Heritage Site, on this one day felt making course. Led by an experienced artist and taking inspiration from the key themes of geology and mineralogy, explore the rich and vibrant possibilities felt offers, in colour, texture, layers, veins and seams. Exploring both 2D and 3D techniques, this workshop is suitable for beginners as well as the more advanced. Why not treat yourself or your mum to a fun and memorable mother’s day creative extravaganza! Or dads? Why not make a family day of it by taking the kids around the site and visiting the museum, while Mum gets let off the hook, to be creative! 10% discount for the whole family in the café. Courses need minimum numbers to be viable so please book in advance. Please telephone Geevor on 01736 78862 to book and for prices. Web site: www.geevor.com |
Queen of Hearts music workshopTuesday, 16th March 2010
The naughty knave has stolen all the tarts!
Come along and sing some songs to help us find them.
A singing and music workshop at Hall for Cornwall for 2-5 year olds… and their parents too! Led by Chris Morgan and Pat Hickman from Instrumental Music Education this is a great opportunity for younger children to enjoy a fun singing and music workshop at Hall for Cornwall with their parents, based on nursery rhymes old and new. Times: 10.30am – 11.45 or 1pm – 2.15pm Venue: Assembly Room - Hall for Cornwall (Lemon Quay entrance, Truro) Everybody is welcome No experience is necessary. Workshop costs: £3.50 per child – adults are free. A 90p Theatre Fund Payment is added to each ticket sold. Please note: parents must attend with their children Book in advance on 01872 262466 or call in to the Box Office Web site: www.hallforcornwall.co.uk |
Creating cloth doll facesWednesday, 24th March 2010A face is probably one of the most important part of any doll.This one day course will teach you how to create the right look and give you the techniques you will need to create great looking faces. The workshops has a maximum of 8 students. This enables me to give each student individual attention throughout the day and ensures everyone gets the most from workshops. Courses include tea and biscuits but not lunch. Courses can be booked online by following the links in the email or from the home page. If you have any questions please email me. Please book early to avoid disappointment! Want to book your own workshop for you and your friends or craft group? If you run or belong to a craft group or have a group of like minded friends I will come to you for a set daily fee. This has proven one of the most popular ways to run workshops. Please email me for more information. Email: info@cassierafferty.com Web site: www.cassierafferty.com |
Raku WorkshopSunday, 4th April 2010 to Sunday, 11th April 2010Discover the Magic of Raku!A two day workshop on 4th and 11th April 2010 10am-4pm £120 including materials and lunch. Lamorna, Penzance. Visit website for full details and booking, or ring Eleanor on 01736 731509 for enquiries. In a friendly relaxed atmosphere, we will cover making techniques suitable for this specialist firing, glaze application and firing. With an opportunity to complete up to six pieces of work, you may expect some fabulous lustres, spectacular peacock blues & your pieces will be ready to take home on the second day! All materials, beverages and a light vegetarian lunch are provided, and groups are restricted in size to ensure you have all the support you require. Suitable for children over 14 years old and adults of all ability. Places are limited to six only! Please book early to ensure your place. Web site: www.ceramics-cornwall.co.uk |
Art in the City workshopsTuesday, 6th April 2010 to Wednesday, 7th April 2010‘Art in the City’, a weeklong annual arts festival, takes place in April and involves open spaces and galleries across the city of Truro.The festival in funded by Totally Truro, the organisation delivering Truro’s Business Improvement District (BID). The purpose of the festival is to create an event to make art accessible to the community; that celebrates existing artists and galleries within Truro and to open up opportunities for new artists. New to this year’s programme we are offering a range of workshops led by professional artists in the Art in the City festival marquee on Lemon Quay. Tuesday 6th April 10-12pm Mini metal farm animals Come and make a farm animal that fits in your hand. Use wire and re-cycled materials to build your own creations, keeping with the Truro tradition of the livestock show. All works can be taken home. Free workshop suitable for 11 years old and upwards. Places are limited so please book in advance by contacting amy@eventcornwall.co.uk or phone 01872 888089 1-2pm Puppets with action! Create a figure and make them move, using card and paper fasteners. Choose a character from Truro's colourful history - it could be a pirate or it could be a painter, a plant collector or a pancake maker! All works can be taken home. A free drop in workshop suitable for 8 – 13 year olds. 3-4pm Collage postcards from home If you could create and send your own postcard about where you live to anyone, what would you send? Come along and create your own collage postcard inspired by the community around you. A free drop in workshop suitable for 8 years old and upwards. Wednesday 7th April Yesterday was a chance for the children to express their creativity, today is for the adults! 10-12pm Clay Tile Workshop Come and create your own individual clay tile which does not require a kiln for firing. £5 per participant - Places are limited so please book in advance by contacting amy@eventcornwall.co.uk or phone 01872 888089 1-4pm Silk Painting Master class An opportunity to learn how to produce beautiful pictures on silk - take home your own masterpiece. £5 per participant - Places are limited so please book in advance by contacting amy@eventcornwall.co.uk or phone 01872 888089 Web site: http://www.enjoytruro.co.uk/whatson/community/1962 |
Sound Recording CourseTuesday, 27th April 2010 (8 weeks)Sound Recording Course running at Cornwall College, Camborne. This course will offer a practical introduction to the sound studio and different recording techniques for musicians and sound engineers, DJ's etc.The sessions will be held on Tuesdays 6.30-8.30pm Please ring Community Education on 01209 611622 to book your place. |
Art of Ceremony eveningsAlternate Thursday evenings Thursday, 29th April 2010 through to Thursday, 27th May 2010Do you want to bring more creativity into your life? Web site: www.artofceremony.co.uk |
Permaculture Design CourseSaturday, 15th May 2010 to Sunday, 16th May 2010Permaculture Design Course - Plan-it Earth Eco Project!Plan-it Earth Eco Project is running a Permaculture Design Course in Sancreed, West Cornwall over 6 weekends between May and October 2010 with renowned Permaculture teachers! This course will explore how the workings of nature can be applied to everyday life and how sustainable living can be achieved. During the course you will learn: Permaculture Ethics and Design principles Design tools and methods Permaculture gardening techniques How to use permaculture to design land and non-land based systems How to use permaculture in your own life Soil management,water treatment and composing toilets Urban permaculture, wild foods, walks and observation skills. For more details: www.plan-itearth.org.uk Fees also include membership of the Permaculture Association for one year. Fee: £395 (concessions: £285) Deposit: £50 – reminder due before start of course Contact: enquiries@plan-itearth.org.uk tel: 07966 892205 "Permaculture is about solutions. There are plenty of things to worry about, but permaculture helps you to focus on the things that you can do to make a difference." Andy Goldring Plan-it Earth Environmental Education C.I.C Chy ena, Sancreed, Penzance, Cornwall TR20 8QS 01736 810660 Email: enquiries@plan-itearth.org.uk Web site: www.plan-itearth.org.uk |
RIC Spring LectureThursday, 20th May 2010
Speaker to be confirmed. Booking essential. Tickets £5.00 / free to RIC members.Thursday, 20th May 2010 6.30pm Truro City Hall Royal Cornwall Museum, River Street, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 2SJ For more information and to book or 01872 272205 ext 0 or email. Email: enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk Web site: www.royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk |
Permaculture Design CourseSaturday, 5th June 2010 to Sunday, 6th June 2010Permaculture Design Course - Plan-it Earth Eco Project!Plan-it Earth Eco Project is running a Permaculture Design Course in Sancreed, West Cornwall over 6 weekends between May and October 2010 with renowned Permaculture teachers! This course will explore how the workings of nature can be applied to everyday life and how sustainable living can be achieved. During the course you will learn: Permaculture Ethics and Design principles Design tools and methods Permaculture gardening techniques How to use permaculture to design land and non-land based systems How to use permaculture in your own life Soil management,water treatment and composing toilets Urban permaculture, wild foods, walks and observation skills. For more details: www.plan-itearth.org.uk Fees also include membership of the Permaculture Association for one year. Fee: £395 (concessions: £285) Deposit: £50 – reminder due before start of course Contact: enquiries@plan-itearth.org.uk tel: 07966 892205 "Permaculture is about solutions. There are plenty of things to worry about, but permaculture helps you to focus on the things that you can do to make a difference." Andy Goldring Plan-it Earth Environmental Education C.I.C Chy ena, Sancreed, Penzance, Cornwall TR20 8QS 01736 810660 Email: enquiries@plan-itearth.org.uk Web site: www.plan-itearth.org.uk |
Permaculture Design CourseSaturday, 26th June 2010 to Sunday, 27th June 2010Permaculture Design Course - Plan-it Earth Eco Project!Plan-it Earth Eco Project is running a Permaculture Design Course in Sancreed, West Cornwall over 6 weekends between May and October 2010 with renowned Permaculture teachers! This course will explore how the workings of nature can be applied to everyday life and how sustainable living can be achieved. During the course you will learn: Permaculture Ethics and Design principles Design tools and methods Permaculture gardening techniques How to use permaculture to design land and non-land based systems How to use permaculture in your own life Soil management,water treatment and composing toilets Urban permaculture, wild foods, walks and observation skills. For more details: www.plan-itearth.org.uk Fees also include membership of the Permaculture Association for one year. Fee: £395 (concessions: £285) Deposit: £50 – reminder due before start of course Contact: enquiries@plan-itearth.org.uk tel: 07966 892205 "Permaculture is about solutions. There are plenty of things to worry about, but permaculture helps you to focus on the things that you can do to make a difference." Andy Goldring Plan-it Earth Environmental Education C.I.C Chy ena, Sancreed, Penzance, Cornwall TR20 8QS 01736 810660 Email: enquiries@plan-itearth.org.uk Web site: www.plan-itearth.org.uk |
Permaculture Design CourseSaturday, 17th July 2010 to Sunday, 18th July 2010Permaculture Design Course - Plan-it Earth Eco Project!Plan-it Earth Eco Project is running a Permaculture Design Course in Sancreed, West Cornwall over 6 weekends between May and October 2010 with renowned Permaculture teachers! This course will explore how the workings of nature can be applied to everyday life and how sustainable living can be achieved. During the course you will learn: Permaculture Ethics and Design principles Design tools and methods Permaculture gardening techniques How to use permaculture to design land and non-land based systems How to use permaculture in your own life Soil management,water treatment and composing toilets Urban permaculture, wild foods, walks and observation skills. For more details: www.plan-itearth.org.uk Fees also include membership of the Permaculture Association for one year. Fee: £395 (concessions: £285) Deposit: £50 – reminder due before start of course Contact: enquiries@plan-itearth.org.uk tel: 07966 892205 "Permaculture is about solutions. There are plenty of things to worry about, but permaculture helps you to focus on the things that you can do to make a difference." Andy Goldring Plan-it Earth Environmental Education C.I.C Chy ena, Sancreed, Penzance, Cornwall TR20 8QS 01736 810660 Email: enquiries@plan-itearth.org.uk Web site: www.plan-itearth.org.uk |
Matt Robinson Open Garden and Workshop TourTuesday, 20th July 2010
Tuesday, 20th July 2010 7.30pm-9pm
Matt Robinson will lead a tour of his garden and workshop which features beautiful sculpture and garden buildings using sustainable materials. Light refreshments will be provided. Tickets £8/£6 RIC members. Places limited, booking essential. Royal Cornwall Museum, River Street, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 2SJ For more information and to book or 01872 272205 ext 0 or email. Email: enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk Web site: www.royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk |
Permaculture Design CourseSaturday, 11th September 2010 to Sunday, 12th September 2010Permaculture Design Course - Plan-it Earth Eco Project!Plan-it Earth Eco Project is running a Permaculture Design Course in Sancreed, West Cornwall over 6 weekends between May and October 2010 with renowned Permaculture teachers! This course will explore how the workings of nature can be applied to everyday life and how sustainable living can be achieved. During the course you will learn: Permaculture Ethics and Design principles Design tools and methods Permaculture gardening techniques How to use permaculture to design land and non-land based systems How to use permaculture in your own life Soil management,water treatment and composing toilets Urban permaculture, wild foods, walks and observation skills. For more details: www.plan-itearth.org.uk Fees also include membership of the Permaculture Association for one year. Fee: £395 (concessions: £285) Deposit: £50 – reminder due before start of course Contact: enquiries@plan-itearth.org.uk tel: 07966 892205 "Permaculture is about solutions. There are plenty of things to worry about, but permaculture helps you to focus on the things that you can do to make a difference." Andy Goldring Plan-it Earth Environmental Education C.I.C Chy ena, Sancreed, Penzance, Cornwall TR20 8QS 01736 810660 Email: enquiries@plan-itearth.org.uk Web site: www.plan-itearth.org.uk |
Permaculture Design CourseSaturday, 2nd October 2010 to Sunday, 3rd October 2010Permaculture Design Course - Plan-it Earth Eco Project!Plan-it Earth Eco Project is running a Permaculture Design Course in Sancreed, West Cornwall over 6 weekends between May and October 2010 with renowned Permaculture teachers! This course will explore how the workings of nature can be applied to everyday life and how sustainable living can be achieved. During the course you will learn: Permaculture Ethics and Design principles Design tools and methods Permaculture gardening techniques How to use permaculture to design land and non-land based systems How to use permaculture in your own life Soil management,water treatment and composing toilets Urban permaculture, wild foods, walks and observation skills. For more details: www.plan-itearth.org.uk Fees also include membership of the Permaculture Association for one year. Fee: £395 (concessions: £285) Deposit: £50 – reminder due before start of course Contact: enquiries@plan-itearth.org.uk tel: 07966 892205 "Permaculture is about solutions. There are plenty of things to worry about, but permaculture helps you to focus on the things that you can do to make a difference." Andy Goldring Plan-it Earth Environmental Education C.I.C Chy ena, Sancreed, Penzance, Cornwall TR20 8QS 01736 810660 Email: enquiries@plan-itearth.org.uk Web site: www.plan-itearth.org.uk |
Watercolour Evening ClassThursday, 25th November 2010
Thursday, 25th November 2010 6.30pm
Join Janet Q.Treloar, Vice President of the Royal Watercolour Society for an evening of painting.All materials suppiled. Suitable for ages 16+ Tickets £5.00 booking essential. Royal Cornwall Museum, River Street, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 2SJ For more information and to book or 01872 272205 ext 0 or email. Email: enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk Web site: www.royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk |