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Creative Carousel - Module 3
- Price:
- £251.00
- Starts:
- 17/04/2024
- Day of week:
- WED
- Tutor:
- Laura Elford
- Ends:
- 10/07/2024
- Location:
- Canterbury Adult Education Centre, Canterbury
- Time:
- 10:00 - 12:30
- Duration:
- 12 weeks
This course has started, but it may still be possible to join it. Please call 03000 41 22 22* and ask to be put through to the Centre where the course is running
The Creative Carousel course is delivered over 3 terms. This 3rd module teaches a range of techniques to create beautiful silk paintings and your own printed textiles. You will learn a wide range of techniques to successfully paint onto silk fabric developing a strong foundation in the techniques of silk painting, including methods such as gutta resist, salt effects, blending colors, and creating texture. During the second half of the course, you will create your own project and outcome using the knowledge gained during the guided workshops. During the previous 2 modules you will have learnt professional techniques to Print onto fabric using a range of crafts including; shibori, indigo, batik and tie dying, lino print, screen printing using stencils and block printing, At the end of the course, your project would typically include either a range of prints, a wall hanging or finished printed length of fabric that could be used for further project or a small accessory.
Please note - all are welcome, even if you haven't completed Module 1 or Module 2.
By the end of this course you should be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to handle silk fabric, apply dyes or paints effectively, and control the flow of color.
- Experiment with different color combinations, motifs, and designs to create visually appealing and expressive artworks on silk.
- Successfully complete an individual project using suitable techniques in printing and silk painting
- Create records for all processes including all methods, terms and ingredients.
- Undertake a variety of professional techniques to Print onto fabric using a range of crafts using lino print, screen print, and block printing
- Create a selection of experimental swatches of printed designs experimenting with the above listed techniques.
- Produce a final outcome using at least one of these techniques
- Practice safe use of tools at all times in the studio
Who is the tutor?
About the Tutor: Laura Elford
Laura Elford is a fashion and textile designer with over 15 years experience in industry with a focus on knitwear, print and sustainable practice. Graduate of Royal College of Art in Womenswear Laura now splits her time between freelance design projects and teaching & lecturing in the Fashion and Textiles discipline.
How will I be taught?
Tutors will use a variety of teaching methods including demonstrations, one to one guidance, group discussions and critiques. You will keep a notebook and update an individual learning plan (ILP) to record goals, ideas, processes and progress. Students will need to understand the potential benefit from the programme of study, read and interpret ideas, communicate responses that are clear, logical and understandable and manage your own time.
What do I need to bring with me?
Students have to cover the cost of their own materials. The cost will vary according to the scale of the work produced, but the tutor will advise on the approximate costs of each project. Please bring any materials and equipment you have that might be appropriate to the course. All students should bring a small note book to keep notes of processes and techniques. It may also be beneficial to bring some own sourced fabrics with which you might like to print onto. Your tutor will advise how and which techniques may be suitable for your individual piece of fabric.
Do not worry if you don't have any materials before the course commences as your tutor will advise you in the first session.
What can I do next?
Courses are designed to progress students to higher levels of the craft and also to support application to Access to Art and Degree Foundation courses or relevant Craft, Art and Design Degree courses. During your course, your tutor will guide you with additional information regarding career opportunities, self employment and further education. You can also view our Microsoft Sway for Creative Crafts CEIAG (Careers, Education, Information, Advice and Guidance)
What do I need to join the course
Everyone is welcome. No knowledge or previous experience required but enthusiasm to learn and engage with the techniques will greatly benefit your learning. All techniques will be introduced in an accessible way in which everyone will gain understanding of the process and how to apply it to their work.
It is important to note that craft courses are practical and require a degree of manual dexterity.
Getting to your course
Find us
Canterbury Adult Education Centre
Canterbury High School
Knight Avenue
Canterbury
Kent
CT2 8QA
If you require any information about this location then please call 03000 41 22 22* and quote the Course Code CAN/135606/N/PF.
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