Workshops
York Open Studios Summer Workshops
Ben Arnup workshop 29th June 2013
This day workshop involves the combining of various clays, including porcelain, to decorative effect, creating texture and pattern. You will then be able to make a sculptural pot. Ben Arnup and Fiona Fitzgerald will guide you through the process.
The resulting pots will be fired to stoneware for you, bringing out the character of the complimentary clays.
Judy Burnett Collage Workshop 21st September 2013
We will experiment with mark-making in various media to create our own textured papers.
Combining drawing with torn and cut papers, your designs will be developed based upon the exciting imagery and objects in the Yorkshire Museum.
All materials provided. You can bring your own collection of colourful scraps of paper and newsprint and any relevant photographs or drawings.
Both workshops to be held at the Yorkshire Museum from 10-4, more details available on booking confirmation. Call Peter Donohoe to book either workshop on 01904 704485 or email
peter@peterdonohoe.co.uk
Bookings firm on acceptance of non refundable booking fee of £10. Total cost £50. Balance a month before workshop.
Emma Whiting: Painting
Painting group for adults of any level. Small relaxed group which meets at my home in Heworth every Friday morning. Subject and tuition provided or come with your own thing. £15 per session, some materials provided, coffee and biscuits too! Tuition also available at other times.
Contact Emma at eswhiting@btinternet.com.
Peter Heaton, Vale of York Darkrooms: Traditional Black and White Photography
An Artist and Lecturer with more than twenty five years experience of working in the photographic medium.
A range of courses suitable for absolute beginners through to more advanced photographers.
Darkrooms located in the village of Stillington, ten miles north of York.
Courses include;
- Introduction to the darkroom
- Shooting and Processing Film
- Creating photograms and negativeless prints
- Experimental techniques
- Advanced Black and White printing
Darkroom hire available, for both individuals and groups, up to a maximum of five people.
For more details visit www.valeofyorkdarkrooms.co.uk tel. 0785 1036375
Suzanne Dekker: Glass fusing, casting, copper foil and leaded glass
Come and experience the fun of working with glass on a one to one (or two, maximum) basis in my home studio.
Suitable for anyone over 16, for total beginners or those with some experience. Times by arrangement. £20 for a two-hour session which includes use of all tools and some basic materials.
29 Eastfield Crescent, Badger Hill, York YO10 5HZ, t: 07760 354699, suzannedekkerglass@yahoo.co.uk, wwwsuzannedekkerglass.moonfruit.com
If you prefer to work in a larger group environment of 6-10 students there are sessions available at the Dutch House at Crayke please book courses there via their website: www.dutchhouseyorkshire.com/CoursesWorkshops.html
Phil Reynolds: mixed media drawing and painting
Mixed media art classes in the studio of Fulford based artist Phil Reynolds. The sessions are predominantly still life study through visual analysis. Professional development and criticism is there for the more serious student. All levels of ability are welcomed. The two hour class costs £9 and includes materials and refreshments. The first session is free.
Suitable for people over 12 years old.
Wed 7pm-9pm Thurs 10am -12 noon
Call 01904 655091 www.philreynoldsfineart.co.uk
Jane Marsh: Batik
I run one day batik workshops for adults on a one to one basis at my studio 34 Rawcliffe Lane, York, YO30 5QB.
They are available May to October from 10am to 4pm. A sandwich lunch and all materials are included in the price of £60.
Tel: 01904 631749
janemarsh@acsemail.co.uk
www.janemarshyork.co.uk
Emily Harvey: Printmaking.
Regular weekend courses in collagraph printmaking suitable for anyone over 12 years from complete beginners to experienced artists.
Work with a small friendly group in the garden studio in Copmanthorpe, making collaged printing plates using a wide range of materials to achieve surprising results. www.emilyharvey.co.uk tel 01904 702645
Catherine Boyne-Whitelegg: Potter & Teacher
Individual hand-building pottery sessions £20 for 2 hour session, or wheel lessons at £24 for 2 hours.
Day sessions for £60 or full weekend workshops from £140 including clay & firings. 1-1 or group sessions for up to 10 people.
www.boyne-whiteleggpottery.co.uk 01904 427681 willardwhitelegg@aol.com
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