Granary Arts at Skipton Castle - Course Information

EVENING COURSES

Life Drawing and Painting with Helen Peyton Click for Details

Suitable for beginners or those with some experience. This course will provide skills to figure and measure drawing. With experienced models and expert tuition the course aims to give students the opportunity to pursue their own style and approach.

01 Tue 20 Sep 2011 10 Weeks 7.00 - 9.00 pm £135

02 Tue 10 Jan 2012 10 Weeks 7.00 - 9.00 pm £135

03 Tue 17 April 2012 8 Weeks 7.00 - 9.00 pm £108

General Painting with Hannah Chesterman Click for Details

Suitable for students of all levels of ability from complete beginners to those with a higher level of skills. Students will be guided through projects of their choice using material from secondary sources and still life. Learn how to apply a variety of mediums from watercolour through to charcoal, pastels, pen and ink and acrylics in a lively and friendly atmosphere.

04 Tue 20 Sep 2011 10 Weeks 7.00 - 9.00 pm £125

05 Tue 10 Jan 2012 10 Weeks 7.00 - 9.00 pm £125

06 Tue 17 April 2012 8 Weeks 7.00 - 9.00 pm £100

WORKSHOPS

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3D Wire Sculpture Click for Details

An exciting and experimental workshop using the medium of sculpture to portray the human body.

09 Sat 26 May 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £55

Portraiture with Norman Long Click for Details

Suitable for students of all abilities. Demonstrations and individual guidance will help students to observe proportions, light and shade and colour and learn the techniques for accurate and expressive portraiture painting. The tutor will work in oils, but students are free to work in their medium of choice.

010 Sat 8 Oct 2011 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £55

011 Sat 10 Mar 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £55

Still Life with Norman Long Click for Details

012 Sat 21 April 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £55

Botanical Endeavours with Hannah Chesterman Click for Details

Drawing on inspiration from the works of artists such as Sydney Parkinson, botanical illustrator on Captain James Cook's Endeavou voyages and RCA trained Rachel Pedder-Smith, a contemporary artist influenced by museum collections of natural history, we will explore the work of 18th century botanical paintings through to the current day. Using pencil and watercolour we will endeavour to create our own illustrations by drawing plants and flowers from life. Hannah will provide plant life, but if you wish to bring anything with you, please do so.

014 Sat 8 Oct 2011 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £50

015 Sat 28 Apr 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £50

Painting the Elements with Hannah Chesterman Click for Details

Tackle the problem of painting different elements of the landscape: dramatic skies, light on land and reflection on water. All abilities are welcome.

016 Sat 19 Nov 2011 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £50

General Painting and Drawing with Hannah Chesterman Click for Details

Choose your media and experiment. Working from your own photographic reference Hannah will use demonstrations to guide you in the use and application of watercolours and will advice students on the best kins of materials to use to acheive the best results.

017 Sat 17 Mar 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £50

018 Sat 12 May 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £50

Introduction to Chinese Brush Painting with Anne Allan Click for Details

Learn the skills of Chinese Brush Painting to create your own masterpiece using traditional materials. Each day will include demonstations and individual tuition. No prior experience is required. All materials are provided and included in the fee. Discounted rate of £50 per day if 2 days or more are booked at the same time.

019 Chinese Landscape.

020 Birds on Blossom in the Meticuluous Style on silk,

021 Poppies with Butterflies & Cockerels

022 Peonies with Bees & Morning Glory

019 Sat 26 Nov 2011 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £55

020 Sat 24 Mar 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £55

021 Sat 29 Apr 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £55

022 Sat 02 June 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £55

Drypoint with Phillippa Troutman Click for Details

Drypoint etching is a printmaking technique that is flexible, direct and an exciting medium in which to work. Learn how to work into metal using a range of printmaking tools and methods and print images on to paper from your metal ‘plate’ using a printing press. All materials provided. Somerset paper will be available to purchase. A series of linked workshops to develop your skills.

Discounted rate of £50 per day if 2 days or more booked at the same time.

023 Sat 15 Oct 2011 10.00 am - 5.00 pm £55

024 Sat 19 Nov 2011 10.00 am - 5.00 pm £55

025 Sat 17 Mar 2012 10.00 am - 5.00 pm £55

026 Sat 12 May 2012 10.00 am - 5.00 pm £55

Lino Cut Art Prints with Tony Stephenson Click for Details

Produce striking artistic images using the simple technique of link print. Frame your finished work or use it to produce original and individual cards for Christmas.

027 Sat 03 Dec 2011 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £50

Collage, Montage and Assemblage with Barbara Greene Click for Details

By using images from a variety of sources, be it found images, printed pieces, three dimensional objects or painted scraps, art can be constructed in an immediate and exciting way. Students will take inspiration from contemporary artists working in this medium.

028 Sat 21 Apr 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £50

An Introduction to Picture Framing with Mark Tennant Click for Details

Everything you need to know about framing your own art work.

029 Sat 14 Apr 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £50

Introduction to Stencilling with Jo Mabbutt Click for Details

Bring stencilling into the 21st century using varnishes, metallic paints and powders to create both contemporary and traditional designs. Combining subtle use of media with a variety of techniques you can produce a range of interesting layered textures suitable for cards, textiles, decoration of artefacts and furniture.

030 Thu 26 Apr 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £50

Furniture Painting - 2 day course with Jo Mabbutt Click for Details

Introducing Scandinavian and French country furniture decoration. Using chalk paints to recreate the shabby chic style on both flat and moulded surfaces and a variety of ageing and distressing techniques will help to produce naturally aged traditional finishes. These finishes are suitable for furniture, frames and artefacts and you will be able to build up a series of samples.

031 Sat & Sun 28 & 29 Apr 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £110

Sampler Quilting Click for Details

Look at a variety of quilting techniques with demonstrations and tuition. Concetrate on one or have a go at each one. Techniques on offer will be wadded, trapunto, tied, shadow, corded (Italian). Hand sewn only.

033 Sat 19 May 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £50

Colour, Print and Stitch with Ruth Issett Click for Details

Ruth is a renowned textile artist and designer whose colourful and dynamic work in fabric and paper is an inspiration to art and design students.

Use ready coloured/dyed fabrics to expand your experience of colour and colour combinations. Use simple printing techniques plus various stitch methods to explore different colour possibilities and combinations. For those with some stitch expertise but mostly a desire to build their confidence with colour as well as their experience of colour in combination with textile processes.

034 Fri-Sat 31 Aug, 1 Sep 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £110

Rag Rug Christmas Wreath with Rachel Terry Click for Details

Using simple tools and both recycled and new fabrics, learn how you can design and create a stunning Christmas wreath. The basics of rag rugging are easy to learn and this course is suitable both for beginners and those with some knowledge who wish to try something new.

035 Saturday 26 Nov 2011 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £45

Hand Sew a Patchwork Cushion with Rachel Terry Click for Details

Learn to create simple hand sewn patchwork over paper templates and combine your shapes to make beautigul items for the home or unique gifts for friends.

036 Sat 10 Mar 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £45

Rag Rugs for Your Home with Rachel Terry Click for Details

Learn how to make a shaped rag rug which can be used to brighten up your home as a wall-hanging or small mat. This workshop will cover basic techniques but will also give ideas for embellishment and applique which you can use to take your rugs to the next level. A good course for those who have done some rag rug making and are looking for new ideas, although beginners are also very welcome.

037 Sat 24 Mar 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £45

Dyeing for Textiles with Rachel Terry Click for Details

Learn how to mix and apply dyes to fabric to create a range of effects and colours. You will produce a number of samples during the workshop which can be used in many different textile crafts including patchwork, rag rugs, accessories and mixed media pieces. No previous experience is needed for this fun course. All you need are plain fabrics, rubber gloves and lots of enthusiasm!

038 Sat 26 May 2012 10.00 am - 4.00 pm £45