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SUM!ER ‘13@WORKSHOPS

TREAT YOURSELF TO A CREATIVELEARNING EXPERIENCE

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Watercolour Summer School

THE BREWERYADULT EDUCATION

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Welcome to our Adult Education Summer 2013 programme.

This brochure is organised in subject sectors to make it easy for you to find suitable workshops, with colour coded subjects, as shown on the left.

Unless otherwise indicated, summer workshops are one day long: 10.30am – 4.30pm.

Once again we are delighted to open our doors and bring you our popular summer programme which is full of one day workshops and short courses to work in with your plans for the summer.

Our summer programme continues to go from strength to strength with more people booking their place than ever before and with a mixture of new workshops and old favourites, we are confident we offer something for everyone. All our classes are non-accredited, but through the support and feedback of your tutor you will be aware of your development and suitable progression routes.

The Brewery actively promotes equal opportunities throughout the organisation and practises an inclusive policy towards all members of the community. All the Brewery tutors and staff are committed to offering an excellent standard of service and high quality classes to all our students.

We feel the programme caters for all levels of ability and are happy to advise you on the suitability of a course. Course information sheets with further details on each course are available on request or you will be automatically sent one if you enrol onto a course.

BOOK NOW to avoid disappointment. Book in advance as workshops will be cancelled four days prior to start if numbers are too low.

GRIZEDALE FORESTWe are proud to be continuing our partnership with the Forestry Commission this summer offering students the chance to experience painting in Grizedale Forest as part of our NEW Watercolour Summer School (page 5).

PRINTROOMPRINT ROOM MEMBERSHIP If you would like to become a member of the Print Room which allows experienced printmakers the opportunity to work independently, please contact Box Office for More Details or visit our website www.breweryarts.co.uk ADULT EDUCATION 10% DISCOUNT CARD

As a student of the Brewery’s Adult Education Classes this summer: this card entitles you to a 10%

discount in the Grainstore & Vats Bar Monday – Thursday Evenings and Saturday lunchtimes. Discount cards will be sent with your confirmation.

HOW TO ENROLPlease turn to the back of the brochure for enrolment procedure and details of concessionary fees. All fees (even full price) are subsidised by Cumbria County Council.We’d like to hear from you if you have any suggestions for future courses and workshops here at the Brewery. Please contact Zoe Wilkinson on 01539 722833 ext 273or email adult.ed@breweryarts.co.uk.

For further and up to date information on our popular workshops, visit our website at www.breweryarts.co.uk and click on Adult Ed.

ACCESSThe Brewery has full wheelchair access, with a lift to all floors and adapted toilets. A T-loop is available at Box Office. Please call 01539 722833 Ext 273 if you wish to discuss specific needs.

Would you like to check your English or Maths Skills? To find out more phone Skills For Life on 01900 706114.

Should you be unable to find a suitable course on offer in this brochure the Next Steps/ National Learning Advice line can signpost you to other courses in the area. Tel: 0800 100900

This brochure is available in large print, for a copy call 01539 722833 Ext 227*The higher fee for Print and Jewellery classes reflects detailed tuition in a class with restricted numbers.

WELCOME

Arts & Crafts

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Textiles

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Health & Movement

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Languages

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Literature

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Adult Education Discount Card

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ARTS & CRAFTS

Acrylic AbstractsTutor: Frances WinderThis workshop explores the wide variety of technique as well as the reasoning and content of abstract work. Suitable for all abilities.

Thursday 13th June Code – JUN AAFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00“Another very enjoyable course with an excellent tutor, Thank you!”

Fused GlassTutor: Marilyn HaleStudents will have the opportunity to learn how to cut glass, design and prepare patterns and inclusions to complete some decorative items for homes as well as items of jewellery. This day course is suitable for all abilities.Sign up for one or more of Marilyn’s workshops as these popular classes get booked up fast!

Saturday 1st June Code – JUN FGSaturday 6th July Code – JUL FGSaturday 10th August Code – AUG FGFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00“Friendly and encouraging atmosphere with a supportive tutor”

Expressive Drawing Tutor: Jill PembertonStudents will learn to draw in an expressive style with a focus on both the act of drawing and the impact of the line or mark. These approaches will help you to connect emotionally with your drawing and to tap into your intuitive intelligence. Thursday 20th June Code – JUN EDFee: A £28 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

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Exploring Photography – Levens HallTutor: Eleanor PostlethwaiteJoin us for a day of photography at the beautiful Levens Hall, exploring photographic composition within its famous topiary garden. Expand your creativity and technical understanding through fun and informative photography exercises on light and shadow, exposure and much more.Sunday 23rd June Code – JUN EPFee: A £36.00 | B £30.40 | C £22.00

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Face Painting Tutor: Catherine MacDiarmidYou will learn effective methods of applying sponge bases, blending base colours, sponge work and brush work, covering a variety of popular faces and health and safety requirements. This class is running in collaboration with the Brewery’s Artseen.

Saturday 8th June Code – JUN FPFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

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Experimental EtchingTutor: Iain SloanCome and experience a one-day workshop where you will explore the wide range of techniques available through Safe-Etching. These techniques are simple, exciting and offer a range of experimentation. Suitable for all abilities. Saturday 1st June Code – JUN EEFee: A £37.00 | B £29.60 | C £18.50

Carborundum PrintingTutor: Iain SloanThis two day workshop will explore how to use carborundum powder and other gritty materials to create areas of tone and texture. Carborundum allows you to print strong, rich colour and is an excellent way to explore expressive brushwork and mark-making.It is very exciting to experiment with and can be combined with etching and collagraph printing. Suitable for all abilities.

Friday 21st & Saturday 22nd June Code JUN CPFee: A £74.00 | B £59.20 | C £37.00

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Exploring Photography – Kendal CastleTutor: Eleanor PostlethwaiteMaster your camera’s settings as we explore line and form against the backdrop of beautiful Kendal. The day will involve landscape and townscape photography with a special focus on Kendal Castle and surroundings. An informative and fun-filled day which will challenge and expand your imagination and technical knowledge. Tuesday 9th July Code – JUL EPFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

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ARTS & CRAFTS

LinocuttingTutor: Iain SloanA one day workshop where you will have the opportunity to make and print single or multi-block prints. You will be able to print onto a range of materials and surfaces and explore Chine-collé a technique where the image is transferred to a surface that is bonded to a support material. Suitable for all abilities.

Saturday 20th July Code – JUL LCFee: A £37.00 | B £29.60 | C £18.50

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Buildings in the Landscape Tutor: Frances WinderWe will explore methods of painting buildings and their environment, learning to use or ignore perspective. Students will study the work of well-known artists using a range of techniques. This Class is for the development of students with some experience.

Thursday 18th July Code – JUL BLFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

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Drawing Manga & Comics:Graphic-StorytellingTutor: Joel MercerThis one-day workshop looks at the massively popular genre of Manga and Graphic-fiction. After a brief introduction covering the development of comics, from the American-Golden age to Tintin, and the growing field of Graphic-Novels, students will have a chance to put their skills to the test. Drawing Manga & Comics will form part of our weekly schedule in September. Saturday 20th July Code – JUL DMC Fee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00The Lakes International Comic Art Festival will take place in Kendal 18th – 20th October 2013,for more information visit www.comicartfestival.com

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Summer PastelsTutor: Duncan IbbotsonPlease join us on another inspirational day of working with this exciting medium. Tuition is one-to-one based therefore both experienced painters and beginners can be accommodated. Due to popular demand two workshops have been scheduled.

Thursday 11th July Code – JUL SPThursday 8th August Code – AUG SPFee: £28.00 | No concessions“Friendly, informal atmosphere”

Silver Clay JewelleryTutor: Jo DixArt Clay Silver is an exciting modelling material that can be shaped like a fine-textured clay and when heated becomes 99.9% pure solid silver. It is great for making earrings, pendants, rings and beads. This course is ideal for both beginners and hobbyist jewellers who are looking for something new.

Saturday 22nd June Code - JUN SCJSaturday 3rd August Code - AUG SCJFee: A £35 | B £28.00 | C £17.50“Teaching was easy to follow & helpful, brilliant day and I learnt something new”

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ARTS & CRAFTS

ChainmailleTutor: Jo DixSimple techniques will be taught to create a few test pieces before moving on to produce some finished jewellery and decorative pieces. Students will work in sterling silver and copper.

Sat 31st August Code – AUG CFee: A £35 | B £28.00 | C £17.50

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Introduction to Life Drawing Tutor: Catherine MacDiarmidThis workshop will give students an introduction to Life Drawing and dispel some of the fear from this valued traditional discipline. You will undertake a series of enjoyable exercises that cover mark making with charcoals, observational skills and measuring. Both traditional and modern drawing techniques and interpretations will be covered, allowing for the development of an individual language within Life Drawing. The higher fee for this workshop reflects using a life model. Life Drawing will form part of our weekly schedule in September.Saturday 10th August Code – AUG ILDFee: A £36.00 | B £28.80 | C £18.00

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Contemporary JewelleryTutor: Jo DixThis two-day course is unstructured and informal, allowing you to undertake new projects or try new techniques. If you are a beginner you will be taught basic skills so that you can complete a unique piece of jewellery.Tuesday 20th & Wednesday 21st August Code – AUG CJ Fee: A £70.00 | B £56.00 | C £35.00“This course is fantastic and has been a great opportunity to refresh skills and learn new techniques with support”

Life Drawing and Tone Tutor: Catherine MacDiarmidStudent will develop an understanding of structure and form through exercises while also covering basic observation skills essential within the tradition of Life Drawing. This workshop will compliment Introduction to Life Drawing and is a step towards painting from life. The higher fee for this workshop reflects using a life model.

Saturday 17th August Code – AUG LDTFee: A £36.00 | B £28.80 | C £18.00“Nice friendly atmosphere and a well taught structured course”

Line & WashTutor: Lynda GrayTransparent watercolour and fluid ink lines combine perfectly to produce beautifully expressive drawings. Inspired by artists such as Paul Hogarth, students will have the opportunity to explore line and wash techniques in and around the Brewery and Abbot Hall (weather permitting). For this workshop some experience of drawing and using watercolour is required.Tuesday 27th August Code – AUG LWFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00“An enjoyable and informative day with excellent tuition as ever. Relaxed and encouraging”

Watercolour Summer School: Impressions of LandscapeTutor: Lynda GrayWith a focus on exploring the translucent nature of watercolour using overlaid colour washes and exploiting colour contrasts, this three day improver’s summer school will encourage a fluent approach to painting landscape elements. On week 2 students will leave the studio behind to experience the added joy of painting outdoors in Grizedale Forest. The price includes lunch at The Cafe in the Forest.

3 x Tuesdays - 6th, 13th & 20th August Code - AUG WSSFee: A £94.00 | B £77.20 | C £52.00

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Illustrating PoemsTutor: Frances WinderThis workshop will explore illustration techniques with lots of methods and examples. Is your work to be jolly, for children, soulful, or tragic? Is it an epic or single comic verse?Thursday 15th August Code – AUG IPFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

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Felt MakingTutor: Gillian FergusonExperience the magic of converting wool fibres into a strong and versatile fabric. Use it to produce accessories or furnishings, both two and three dimensional, even sculpt with wool. You will make wall hangings, bags, scarves, beads or bowls.Saturday 13th July Code – JUL FMFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

Summer Needle Felting Tutor: Gillian FergusonThis workshop is an ideal introduction to needle felting, demonstrating how you can sculpt with fleece to make pretty birds and their nests. We will spend the morning making blackbirds and in the afternoon you can either make nests and eggs for them or try another animal or flower.Saturday 29th June Code – JUN SNFFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

Screen Printed TextilesTutor: Melanie MayhoMelanie will guide you to create vibrant, colourful, contemporary screen-printed textiles and create your own unique fashion or interior accessories such as a summer tote bag, tea towels or cushions. Suitable for all abilities.Saturday 3rd August Code – AUG STFee: A £37.00 | B £29.60 | C £18.50“A great opportunity to do textile printing in a small group with good quality tuition”

Costume JewelleryTutor: Julie HarrisonThis workshop will be an introduction to making basic beading and threading techniques. Students will explore wire work techniques and Chainmaille patterns to bring to individual designs.

Saturday 17th August Code – AUG CJYFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

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Creative Batik & Tie DyeTutor: Caren ThrelfallA day of creative fun, using brightly coloured procion dyes, hot wax and string! You will also have the opportunity to have a go at ‘Tie Dye’ The combination of these two techniques results in some stunning pieces of textile art for you to take home.Saturday 15th June Code – JUN CBTFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

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Vintage HomeTutor: Caren ThrelfallDuring this one day workshop we will explore and make ‘shabby chic’ style textiles for your home. Using colourful floral prints, ginghams and washed out denim you will create vintage style items including, cushions and other decorative items including bunting. You can bring items from home that can be cut up and recycled giving them a new lease of life. Vintage Home will form part of our weekly schedule in September.

Saturday 27th July Code – JUL VHFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

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TEXTILES

Felt & Stitch LandscapesTutor: Caren ThrelfallYou will learn wet felting and needle felting techniques and use them to create wonderful textural landscapes or floral pictures. The pieces can then be further enhanced by adding free machine or hand embroidery to add more detail. The result will be stunning original pieces for you to take home at the end of the day.Saturday 25th May Code – MAY FSLFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00“Allowed freedom of expression but still had support”

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HEALTH & MOVEMENT

LITERATURE

Sivananda Yoga Tutor: Neil Pendlebury (Ishwara)Use an intensive yoga routine that energises and calms, flexes and relaxes through breath work and postures. This class is suitable for those with a reasonable level of fitness who want to extend their yoga practice and work with body, mind and breath in a structured way.10 week course 3rd June – 5th Aug Mondays 6.30 – 8.15pm Code - JUN SYFee: A £57.75 | B £46.20 | C £28.87“Great attention to individual needs, good atmosphere with laughter as well as relaxation”

Yoga NidraTutor: Neil Pendlebury (Ishwara)Yoga Nidra is a powerful yet gentle form of guided meditation achieved while lying down under a blanket. This technique creates mental clarity, problem-solving ability and can be used to improve sports performance and recovery. The tutor will guide the student into deeper and deeper layers of physical, mental and spiritual relaxation.10 week course 4th June – 6th AugustTuesdays 5.00 – 6.00pm Code - JUN YNFee: A £33.00 | B £26.40 | C £16.50

Dynamic Vinyasa YogaTutor: Neil Pendlebury (Ishwara)Dynamic Vinyasa Yoga is an athletic, medium paced, flowing Yoga and is ideal for those who want to work out in a strong but holistic way. This Yoga is a challenging and heating workout which will develop strength, stamina and suppleness.10 week course 4th June – 6th AugustTuesdays 6.15pm – 7.45pm Code - JUN DVYFee: A £49.50 | B £39.60 | C £24.75

Short Stories Tutor: Janni HowkerThe short story is one of the most versatile of literary forms. In this workshop with award-winning author Janni Howker you will have the opportunity to learn how this delicate mechanism can be constructed and explore the tools the writer requires for the job.Friday 5th July Code – Jul SSFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

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LANGUAGES

Brush up on your German (Intermediate)Tutor: Dorothea WilliamsonKeep up your German and enjoy learning! We will revise and broaden our language skills in various practical situations such as in a restaurant, sightseeing and meeting people. The emphasis will be on communicative skills. Herzlich willkommen!

Monday 1st July 1-5pm Code – JUL BGFee: A £19.00 | B £15.20 | C £9.50“Very lively, interesting and stimulating to everyone”

Immerse yourself in German (Advanced)Tutor: Dorothea WilliamsonJoin us for a day of conversation using a variety of topics and activities. Gain confidence in expressing your views, discussing simple texts and find out about aspects of culture in German- speaking countries. Alles klar!Thursday 4th July Code – JUL IGFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

Spanish for holidays (Beginners)Tutor: Suzanne TysonKeep up your Spanish and learn how to interact with the natives. Learn essential holiday phrases. Order that ‘Vino tinto’ or ‘Cerveza’; ask where the bus station is and book your ticket! At the end of the afternoon there will be a chance to taste some delicious tapas!

Saturday 29th June 1-5 pm Code – JUN SHFee: A £19.00 | B £15.20 | C £9.50

A taste of ItalyTutor: Cath BondIf you are planning a holiday in Italy and want to learn how to interact with the locals, order that ice-cold birra and get around to explore the beauty of Italy - this day workshop will help you do exactly that. At the end of the afternoon there will be the chance to taste some antipasti and have a glass of vino! Italian For Beginners & Improvers will form part of our weekly schedule in September.Friday 21st June Code – JUN TIFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

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French for holidaysTutor: Dominique PluskwaImprove your basic conversational French. Ideal for all your holiday situations whether its directions to the beach or ordering a vin rouge. During lunch a selection of French cheese and pastries will be available. Beginners French will form part of our weekly schedule in September.Wednesday 5th June Code - JUN FHFee: A £28.00 | B £22.40 | C £14.00

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Enrolling on a workshop at the Brewery Arts Centre is easy, all you need to do is:

Complete the enrolment form, found in the centre of this brochure, and include your payment. Enrolment forms are also available at Box Office or downloadable from our website at www.breweryarts.co.uk

Places are limited and secured on a first come, first served basis so it’s important to return your form early.

FeesThree fees are stated for some courses. All fees (even full price fees) are subsidised by Cumbria County Council and are available for the following categories only.

Fee A Full FeeFee B 20% discount for learners over 60 on the 1st September 2012 who are not in employment for more than 16 hours per weekFee C 50% discount for learner in receipt of: Job Seekers Allowance (JSA), Pension Guarantee Credit, Income Support, Working Tax Credit (subject to a threshold of less than £15,276) Housing / Council Tax Benefit (not including single occupancy discount), Income Related Employment Support Allowance (ESA), Unwaged dependents of those listed above.

Students claiming aged- based concessions need only show proof once. Students claiming any other discounted fee need to provide proof of concession each time they enrol. Please ensure all paperwork has the correct date. Please note that the ‘NHS Exemption Tax Credit’ card is not acceptable as proof of Working Tax Credit Status.

Students should be aware some courses incur additional costs for materials and equipment. For more information refer to your course information sheets.

PaymentsPayments can be made in two ways:

a) Payment by cheque - payable to KBACTL or Brewery Arts Centre. Please include a separate cheque for each course/workshop you wish to attend.

b) Credit or debit card. Complete the appropriate section on the enrolment form. Please check card details are correct to avoid enrolments being delayed.

Don’t forget We will need a separate enrolment form for each learner.

Please return completed forms to our Box Office by hand or post ensuring all the necessary paperwork and payments are included.

What happens next?We will confirm your enrolment by post. If the course is full, you will be put onto our waiting list and contacted should a place become available.

Are you unable to submit your form?If you are unable to submit your form because of a disability we can complete your enrolment form and take payment details over the telephone or via email.

Please contact the Box Office on 01539 725133 or Adult Education Officer Zoe Wilkinson on 01539 722833 ext 273. email adult.ed@breweryarts.co.uk.

Proof of concession, if applicable, can be brought in on the day of the course, or before. Please note, this service is only available to students with a disability.

AbsencesPlease let your tutor know if you are unable to attend a course session for any reason. This is because unrecorded absences have a negative effect on our funding. Three unrecorded absences will result in the cancellation of your place on a course and no refund will be given.

Please inform your tutor direct or through the Box Office on 01539 725133.

Terms and conditions:1 Enrolments cannot be made by telephone.

2 Places cannot be reserved.

3 Incomplete enrolments will be returned to you. This includes missing payments and omission of supporting documents.

4 We reserve the right to cancel classes or amend schedules as necessary. Full refunds will be given should your course be cancelled.

5 Refunds are available (minus a £6 administration fee) up until 7 days prior to the start of a course.

6 All courses and workshops will be held at the Brewery unless otherwise stated.

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ADULT EDUCATIONSUM!ER ‘13 WORKSHOPS