Education Courses
Art Shape's Education programme is funded by Adult Education in Gloucestershire, courses are free to anyone who is aged 19+, living in Gloucestershire and meet the eligibility criteria.Art Shape are committed to making all of our provision as accessible as possible, so if you have any questions about these courses, or would like to be added to the mailing list for information on upcoming courses, do not hesitate to contact us on 01452 863855 or email Nathan@artshape.co.uk.
Create courses
Places are free for participants who consider themselves to have a disabling barrier. If you are interested in one of these courses but do not meet the criteria, a £30.00 contribution is required.
Create: Scrap ArtFridays at Gloucester Resource Centre
Oct 11th - Dec 13th
10am - 12pm
Explore a variety of arts and craft techniques using recycled materials. Using some weird and wonderful materials, you will be amazed at what you can create with a bit of recycling! On this course you will work with others, share ideas, and create unique pieces of work.
Create: Art in St Pauls
Thursdays at The Herrington Rooms, Chelt
Oct 10th - Dec 5th
10am - 12pm
Let the artist tutor guide you through your own creative journey. Be creative, learn new techniques and gain new skills while creating individual pieces of work.
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First Steps courses
Places are free for participants who are below a full level 2 in their education and are looking to build confidence and to gain new skills. If you are interested in one of these courses but do not meet the criteria, a £30.00 contribution is required.
Ready, Thready, Sew
Wednesdays at The Ed Shed
Nov 13th - Dec 18th
10am - 12pm
This popular course explores hand embroidery techniques. This term we will be looking at Blackwork- a traditional historic counted thread technique. From threading the needle, choosing the thread to making your embroidery into a usable object this course will guide you through.
Sewing Machine Skills
Thursdays at The Art Shape Studio
Nov 21st - Dec 5th
10am - 2.30pm
Maybe you have been inspired by the Great British Sewing Bee, fancy trying sewing, or did a little at school and want to get to grips with it, this course will introduce you to the basics of using a sewing machine. From how the thread the needle, through setting the tension, sewing inspiration to working with a simple pattern, this course will build your confidence to work on the sewing machine.
During the course you will make a variety of simple bags, including a zippered pouch to practice your skills.
Sketchbook Practice
Tuesdays online
Nov 12th - Dec 17th
10am - 11am (+ 1hr of self directed study per week)
The sketchbook is an important part of how artists develop their work and one that needs regular work. This course gives you a simple task each week, a starting point to explore through the week before sharing it back with the group. This term the focus will be on geometric drawing forms using compass and ruler to create interesting patterns which can be developed in so many ways. A mindful way to get back into your sketchbook practice.
Own your Writing
Thursdays online
Oct 17th - Nov 21st
Oct 17th is a face to face session in the Art Shape Studio, 10am-12pm
On this course we will explore what you want to write and why, acknowledge
challenges, set personal intentions, and then start off on your path to create your work. The course will begin with a face to face session, with online tasks and support available in the following weeks.
Autumn @ The Keepers
Thursdays at The Keepers, Wotton
Oct 10th - Dec 5th
9.30am - 11.30am
Come along to our weekly group to have a go at different arts and crafts, while meeting new people. The tutor will introduce you to various arts and craft projects where you can learn a new skill or explore your existing skills. All materials provided.
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Employability courses
Places are free for participants who are below a full level 2 in their education, and / or are unemployed or low waged (up to £20,319 per year). If you are interested in one of these courses but do not meet the criteria, a £50.00 contribution is required.
Reduction Lino Prints
Mondays at the Art Shape Studio
Oct 21st - Nov 18th
10am - 2pm
Learn how to cut into Lino to create beautiful relief designs! We will explore how to make marks using Lino tools and build techniques such as the reduction method and Chine-collé that add colourful layers to your design.
You’ll produce an exciting range of prints that can be displayed in exhibitions or used in your portfolio to showcase your work.
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Local Flex courses
Places are free for participants who are below a full level 2 in their education, and / or are unemployed or low waged (up to £20,319 per year). If you are interested in one of these courses but do not meet the criteria, a £50.00 contribution is required.
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Booking is Essential
It is essential that you book your place on our courses. We aim to provide a learning environment that is safe and comfortable for our learners therefore each course has a set number of available spaces. Courses are popular so please book in advance to secure your place. Turning up on the day without booking may cause disappointment if the class is full. Also if there are any unforeseen changes that occur before the start of a course, learners that are booked on can be easily contacted and informed of those changes. To book a place or for more information email Nathan@artshape.co.uk or call 01452 863855.
