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- Pottery - Helen Humphreys
Mon, Tues, Wed plus one day for firing
Come and make hand-built stoneware pottery, anything from leaf
bowls, vases and tiles to garden sculpture. This course is suitable
for beginners and the more advanced.
- Delights of Drawing - Sheila Bryan
Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs
Working through simple projects, we will cover the basic
skills of drawing using a variety of materials. Looking at still
life, objects and landscape, we will study light and shade,
composition, represent space and form, and mark-making. The
course is suitable for beginners and those wishing to refresh
their drawing skills.
- Birds (and more) for Beginners - David Chandler
Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs
Ever wondered what that bird was? This course will help you
work it out, with sessions on equipment and identification
as well as daily field trips. Most of the course will focus on
birds, but some time will be spent looking at other wildlife
too, especially dragonflies. The course tutor, David Chandler,
is a writer and environmental educator. He is the author of All
About Bugs and All About Garden Wildlife, and co-author of
the R.S.P.B. Children’s Guide to Birdwatching. He also writes
for ‘Bird Watching’ magazine.
- Mexican Cookery - Luis Cossio
Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs
Come and enjoy a trip through Mexican cookery. Explore the
wide range of flavours, colours, textures and variety of dishes
that can be prepared with authentic recipes. Try foods that
can be spicy but not hot, and realise how easy it is to prepare
dishes of Mexican food.
- Bricklaying for All - Brian Reynolds
Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri
A practical course that will enable the novices to
become competent bricklayers. If you want to build
your own barbecue, an extension or something in between,
this is the course for you. The relevant theory is
covered in the practical sessions.
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| 3 Day Courses 10am - 4pm: fee £110 |
- Scrapbooking for Beginners - Jenny Ambrose
Mon, Tues, Wed
Not quite sure what to do with your photos? Why not try this elegant pastime enjoyed by the Victorians. This class will be suitable for complete beginners and those who have made a start but need some encouragement and ideas. We will create several page layouts and learn different craft techniques.
- Get to Know Britain's Wildlife - Alison Pearson
Mon, Tues, Wed
For people who want to learn more about the wildlife in their
gardens or the countryside. It is suitable for the complete
novice, or for those with basic knowledge of common wildlife
species who want to learn more about their ecology.
- Tapestry Weaving - Christine Elliot Grey
Mon, Tues, Wed
Experiment with weaving forms and colours into a piece of
textile art using a range of materials. Tapestry weaving is a
process so simple in principle that it may be taken in many
directions. All welcome; beginners or those with experience.
- Silver Jewellery - John Rothwell
Mon, Tues, Wed
Day 1: Suitable for compete beginners. You will receive a
good grounding in the basic techniques with the opportunity
to make something of your own choice and design.
Days 2 & 3: More advanced jewellery making techniques for
those who have completed a basic course.
- Bridge for Beginners - Paul Fegarty
Mon, Tues, Wed
This class is for people having some knowledge of contract
bridge. The ACOL system of bidding will be used with some
extra conventions. Improve your card play and learn correct
habits and etiquette at the table. No absolute beginners.
- Knitting in Three Dimensions - Liz Marley
Mon, Tues, Wed
Knitting doesn’t have to be flat; explore the alternatives on a
course including bags, pots and more sculptural pieces. Ability
to cast on and off, knit and purl – along with a willingness to
explore – are needed!
- Patchwork Quilting & Appliqué for All - Cherry
Vernon-Harcourt
Mon, Tues, Wed
Come and learn how to stitch block patchwork designs, using
basic to advanced techniques. Discover how to quilt, layer and
bind the results to make cushions, bags or quilts. The course
is suitable for all abilities and students can work at their own
pace. A sewing machine is desirable but not essential.
- A Celebration in Flowers - Julie Woods
Tues, Wed, Thurs
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Within this world of hi-tech enjoy three days of relaxation creating decorative floral designs. Each day will be exploring a different style from the historical through to the traditional and onto the contemporary designs of today. Some of the designs will use garden flowers (so you could start planting now) and then we shall be using bold dramatic exotic flowers and leaves which may be ordered from the tutor in advance.
- T’ai Chi Chuan and Polarity: Energy approaches
from East and West - Alison Warlow, Christine Reedyke
Tues, Wed, Thurs
This course will include physical exercises from both traditions,
massage technique bodywork, and an introduction to the
philosophies behind Polarity and T'ai Chi. By the end of the
workshop you will have gained practical skills and a theoretical
understanding to enhance your own wellbeing and that of those
around you.
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| 2 Day Course 10am - 4pm: £75 |
- Design your own Website - Alice Darcy
Mon, Tues
A quick introduction to webpage design, enabling you to create
your own simple website using HTML. You will be shown what
makes a good website and an introduction to Dreamweaver.
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| 1 Day Course 10am - 4pm: £38 |
- Discover the Feldenkrais Method - Valerie Fabre
Mon
Whatever your age and ability you can learn to move easily
and freely. Explore unusual, easy, and gentle movements that
will make it possible for you to experience changes and feel
differences between your habitual ways of moving and newly
discovered options. No previous experience required.
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Some of these topics may also feature
in the evening and Saturday Day School Programme
offered by Fen Edge Patch throughout the year.
Please contact Cottenham Village College for
more information or look on the web site.
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For a copy of the latest Application
Form please pick up a brochure from the College Reception
or click the image below to open a new window.
Print
a copy of the form, complete it and return to:
Summer School, Community Office,
Cottenham Village College,
Cottenham
Cambridge
CB24 8UA
Booking enquiries : 01954 288751
Fax: 01954 288949
Email:
community@cvcweb.net
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| SUMMER SCHOOL 2008 : 28 July - 1 August |
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Introducing our Summer School
Cottenham Village College is in the heart of a beautiful
Cambridgeshire village at the edge of the Fens and just
6 miles from the city of Cambridge. The Summer School,
which started 13 years ago, has established itself as first
choice for a convivial and friendly atmosphere, value
for money, great food and a constantly changing list of
courses with the best experienced tutors.
Come and join us, along with other people, for a week
where learning is simply a pleasure.
Courses will run from l0am till 4pm each day with a twocourse
buffet lunch, coffee and tea, and free entry to
the swimming pool at the end of every session included
in the fee. Not included in the course fee: materials,
minibus travel, entry fees.
Children and young people aged 14+ may be accepted
on a course provided individual tutors are in agreement.
Child care facilities: we are unable to provide these,
but we may be able to give you information about
possibilities of child care in the Cottenham area.
Please enquire.
Contact the Community Office at Cottenham Village College on 01954 288751 or
email
community@cvcweb.net with your enquiries.
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| 5
Day Courses : fee £180 |
- Stitch & Recycled Materials - Pauline Verrinder
Do you have a passion for creating embroidery but feel the need
to push the boundaries and move out of your comfort zone? This
course will revolve around the use of recycled materials and
stitch, experimentation and set challenges. For the experienced
embroiderer with free machine embroidery skills.
- Passementerie: Tassels & Fringes for interior
decoration - Anna Crutchley
The course is split into two parts and you can join in either part
or both. Three table looms will be available to weave braids and
fringes to compliment your tassels. No previous experience of
weaving is necessary.
Days 1 & 2: Key tassels – basic tassel making.
Days 3–5: Advanced techniques for those who have completed a
basic course.
- Stained Glass - Jill Fordham
If you are a complete beginner, it is advisable to start on Day 1
to learn the basics and make a suncatcher or candle holder using
copperfoiling techniques. The more experienced student may join
on Day 2 to design and make their own stained glass window
using the leaded technique.
- Abstract Painting in Oils - Jenny Eadon
This course is for those wanting to try their hand at abstraction
and those already familiar with it. Working in oils, acrylic and
mixed media, and getting inspiration from both objective and nonobjective
sources, we will cover composition, alignment, colour
and texture. Start thinking about it now.
- Digital Photography Workshop - Malcolm Clarke
A practical-based workshop to improve your digital photography
from beginner to intermediate. There will be field trips and
demonstrations by our international press photographer in
portraiture and weddings, landscapes and travel, composition
and documentary, sport and action, architectural and other
photography.
- Painting Landscapes in Watercolour - David Hyde
Painting is a wonderfully challenging and satisfying pastime.
Come and learn an approach to the most classic of all English
painting styles: landscapes in watercolour. The course is suitable
for beginners and those with more experience. Instruction will
be given on drawing and composition as well as technique and
colour mixes. Your tutor, David Hyde, is an experienced local
professional artist whose friendly and informative style will ensure
you have a rewarding and enjoyable week.
- Introduction to Egg Tempera Painting - Rebecca Merry
This course, which has proved very popular, gives an
introduction to painting in egg tempera, the primary medium of
the masters of the Renaissance before the development of oils.
Learn how to make gesso (plaster), gild, and make paint out of
eggs and pigment to create your own panel.
- Roman Blinds - Grace Boulter
Are you tired of bare windows or old curtains? Would you like to
make your own modern window dressings? Come and learn from
an expert how to make a lined and interlined roman blind.
- Botanical Illustration - Georita Harriott
This course covers the entire process of producing a botanical
watercolour drawing, from pencil studies to a finished
watercolour. Includes an historical talk on botanical art. We will
cover colour theory, colour mixing and watercolour techniques.
For students of all abilities.
- Upholstery Workshop - Cindy Mason
Why not bring that old chair or stool to give it a new lease of
life? You will be taught the correct techniques using traditional
and modern materials. There will be group demonstrations and
individual instruction.
- Sensational Screen Printing - Ricki Outis
A week of discovery as you learn different techniques for screen
printing onto textiles. This medium is colourful, adaptable and
amazingly fast. The emphasis is on the experimental and you can
print onto lengths of fabric, T-shirts, bags or pillowcases.
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- Walking
in Cambridgeshire - David Thomas
Explore the footpaths and ancient tracks of this beautiful county.
Walks will include 10 miles around Grafham, a 13-mile stretch
of the Wimpole Way, and the Bishops Way Walk. Please ask the
College for a leaflet with details and book ahead if possible.
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