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Art Appreciation: John Singer Sargent: At Once Modern and Classic
What do you know about John Singer Sargent? He was a high society portrait painter? He painted Madame X, and Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose. In this session, you will learn about the life and career of this extraordinary painter, in greater details. American, he lived in Italy, in France and mainly in England, where he became a sought-after portrait painter. But there is much more to Sargent than his portraits of wealthy patrons. We will also discover some of his impressionist paintings and his watercolours. Sargent’s art is paradoxical: modern by some features, and classical based on some others. But always, in portraits as in landscapes, he comes across as a brilliant painter.
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Dates:Sat 23/11/2024 -
Sat 23/11/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Caroline LevisseCourse code:Q00019039How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:8 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £8.40
History: A Social History of Christmas Food in Britain: Its Significance & Meaning
This four week course will explore the history of Christmas food and feasting from the Mediaeval Era to the High Victorian Age. We will examine the foodstuffs associated with the Christmas Festival throughout these centuries, and descriptions and recipes of various Christmas staples and delicacies will be provided on Canvas, accompanied by illustrations and other forms of mixed media.
As far as possible we will refer to contemporary documents from each period to support our conjectures and conclusions regarding the British Christmas, discussing how there isn’t a single Christmas, but instead many Christmases depending on social position throughout the span of centuries addressed.
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Dates:Mon 25/11/2024 -
Mon 16/12/2024Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Stephen SmithCourse code:Q00019623How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £29.60
Crafts: Card Making
Join us for a creative Card Making course at Parkstone Connect, a vibrant day centre dedicated to adults with learning difficulties. Our welcoming environment fosters creativity and fun. Participants will explore a variety of card-making techniques, including stamping, embossing, and die-cutting, to craft beautiful, personalized cards. Led by experienced tutors, the course provides all materials and offers step-by-step guidance, ensuring everyone can enjoy the process and create stunning cards to share with loved ones. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, our supportive community is here to help you unleash your artistic potential.
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Dates:Mon 25/11/2024 -
Mon 24/02/2025Times:1:00pm - 2:30pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:Tricuro -Parkstone Connect Day Centre (P
Croft Road
Poole
BH12 3LDTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00016767How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.60
Art Appreciation: Impressionist Painting: an introduction
The course provides an introduction to Impressionist painting in France in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The course uses a selected number of paintings including work by Claude Monet and Édouard Manet, Edgar Degas and Berthe Morisot together with a number of lesser known artists. These provide the basis for the beginnings of an appreciation and understanding of some of the exciting ideas in aesthetics and philosophy of the period. The selection will encourage a focus on the paintings with themes and attentions implied in the course title, from working with sketches in the studio to painting in the open air.
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Dates:Tue 26/11/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00019890How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £29.60
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Craft: Christmas Macramé for Beginners
Join our festive Christmas Macramé course and learn how to craft beautiful handmade gifts for the holiday season! This four-session course, with each class lasting two hours, will teach you essential macramé techniques, including the larks head knot, square knot, clove hitch knot, berry knot, and how to make tassels using a gathering knot. Throughout the course, you will create personalized Christmas ornaments, a decorative wall hanging, and a stylish plant hanger – perfect as gifts for loved ones or to add a festive touch to your home. This course is ideal for beginners and crafters who want to explore a new skill while celebrating the season!
This course is funded by West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
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Dates:Wed 27/11/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:St Marys Community Centre (PONTEFRACT)
The Circle
Chequerfield
PONTEFRACT
WF8 2AYTutor:Victoria BouldCourse code:Q00019798How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
Creativity for Calm
Are you looking for a relaxing hobby to help you unwind? Creating moments of calm in the day is essential for our emotional well-being and mental health. Step into the world of mindful crafts with this course and enjoy art for relaxation.
This creativity course allows you to explore your art and craft ̨Íåswag to find practices that soothe you. Whether you enjoy drawing, painting, origami, or craft-making, art courses can help you find a relaxing hobby.
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Dates:Thu 28/11/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:Heart on the Terrace
8 Woods Terrace
Murton
North East
SR7 9AATutor:Jayne ClarkCourse code:Q00019059How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Art Appreciation: Portraits through the Ages
The portrait has flourished as an art form from the ancient world to the present day and this innovative course will explore its continuing popularity. We shall study not only the painted face and figure but a variety of formats and formulae, from statuary to pendant medals and miniatures, and study artists as diverse as Holbein, Titian, Gainsborough, Singer Sargent and Francis Bacon. We include a reflection on the place of the photograph in this history of portraiture: was this new invention to prove a help or a hindrance to the creation of the modern portrait? This is a course for everyone who enjoys looking at paintings and no previous reading is required
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Dates:Sat 30/11/2024 -
Sat 30/11/2024Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Reading International Solidarity Centre
35-39 London Street
Reading
RG1 4PSTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00017297How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:5 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
Art Appreciation: Surrealist Art, 1924 to 1945
One hundred years ago, André Breton published his Manifesto of Surrealism, officially starting one of the most influential movements of the 20th century. This short course (2 x 2 hours) is an introduction to Surrealist art, and an occasion to dive right in the surreal world of dreams and the unconscious. We will explore the works of iconic artists like Max Ernst, Salvador Dalà and René Magritte, while learning about key techniques like automatism and collage. We will see how Surrealism challenges reality and sparks creativity. No experience needed, just bring your imagination!
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Dates:Mon 02/12/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Caroline LevisseCourse code:Q00019738How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £16.80
Craft: Family Tree Calligraphy
In this introductory taster session, participants will learn the basics of creating a personalized family tree using calligraphy. The session features demonstrations of essential techniques, including lettering styles, layout design, and decorative flourishes. A pre-project checklist will guide students on key considerations before starting, such as selecting appropriate calligraphy tools, choosing paper types, deciding on script styles, and planning the family tree layout. Ideal for beginners or those curious about calligraphy, this hands-on session provides an inspiring glimpse into the art of calligraphy while equipping participants with the knowledge to start their own meaningful family tree project.
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Dates:Mon 02/12/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024Times:1:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Fiona MitchellCourse code:Q00019889How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £11.10
Care 2: Staying calm at Christmas
All our Care2 courses are completely free for unpaid carers (or those who have previously been carers). You do not need to receive a carer's allowance to qualify. If you are unsure, please contact our call centre advisors who will be able to assist you.
If you find Christmas stressful, why not treat yourself or a loved one to a gift of health and wellbeing?
Have you ever been interested in helping yourself holistically?
This course will take you through the fascinating art of reflexology where we will explore the roots and history of this amazing subject.
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Dates:Mon 02/12/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024Times:10:00am - 11:30amDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Georgia DanielCourse code:Q00019075How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free