All About Oil Painting

Mondays    6.45 - 9.30pm    7 weeks

Starts:   8th February   (There will be no class on the 8th March.)

Fee:   $175 incl GST    Plus materials.

Course Description:  Oil paint can be used in many ways to express your ideas and concepts. As it is a versatile medium with rich pigments the end results are very satisfying.  The course will explore the different methods used with Oil paint from rich glazing to thick  impasto with a pallet knife or stiff brush ( Alla Prima technique ) sketching with oils.  As individuals will have different ideas and approaches ,learning a range of techniques is vital to carrying out and completing works with the desired conclusion and also helps to push your ideas and works further in the future. The course will demonstrate the correct use of mediums with oils paint , brush technique , preparing a canvas for the purpose of achieving a certain effect. Conceptual guidance and development will also be a strong part of the course. Tuition  for those wishing wishing to achieve good results with flesh tones is also available for those who want to work in a figurative area.  The first three weeks will be working from a still life setup ,focusing on colour theory and the development of what is known as your personal pallet preference and learning how to use it to its full capacity.

Philippa Hofgartner is a professional practicing artist with many years experience painting and exhibiting both in Australia and in Europe. She is a graduate of the Canberra Institute of the Arts (ANU) . She has work in the Australian  National Library Collection and the Monash University Library Collection . She has lived and worked in many countries , thus gaining a wide and varied knowledge of International art practices, both cultural and historical.  Click here for examples of her work.

Teacher contact information for further details about this course:
Mobile - 042 447 6005
Email  - hofgartnerp@hotmail.com

Calligraphy - Beginners & Continuing

Tuesdays    7 - 9pm    8 weeks

Starts:   9th February

Fee:   $135 incl GST    Plus materials.

(If you are enrolling in this course for the first time, please contact Angela either by phone or email before the first lesson.)

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Course description: This term will include a script, American Uncial, Celtic knotwork and decorated capitals

Click here for list of materials. Click here for pictures.

Angela Hillier attended Portsmouth College of Art, studying full-time design, publicity and display.  She has studied with local, national and international tutors and is a foundation member of the Canberra Calligraphy Society.  She was chair of the Society in 1994, 19 95, 19 96, 2001, 2002 and 2003 and has just been elected Life Member of the Society.  Angela has been awarded prizes in the  Royal Canberra Show for her calligraphy and is well known in the local community for the quality of the courses which she offers in adult education programs.  

Teacher contact information for further details about this course:
Phone/Fax:    02 6251 1275
Email: antnange@actewagl.net.au

Calligraphy - Intermediate  

Thursdays    7 - 9pm    8 weeks

Starts:  11th February

Fee:   $135 incl GST    Plus materials.

(If you are enrolling in this course for the first time, please contact Angela either by phone or email before the first lesson.)

Course description: This term will look at DOVER BOLD a 'fat fifties' script, as well as discuss layout and colour.  Click here for pictures.

Click here for list of materials.

For Sale:  2010 Calendar Sample.IMG.pdf  Copies are available from the LNL office via the College foyer.  Price $10 incl GST.

Angela Hillier attended Portsmouth College of Art, studying full-time design, publicity and display.  She has studied with local, national and international tutors and is a foundation member of the Canberra Calligraphy Society.  She was chair of the Society in 1994, 1995, 1996, 2001, 2002 and 2003 and has just been elected Life Member of the Society.  Angela has been awarded prizes in the  Royal Canberra Show for her calligraphy and is well known in the local community for the quality of the courses which she offers in adult education programs.  Lake Nite Learning acknowledges her contribution to the program over many years, this being evidenced in no small way by the group of productive and enthusiastic calligraphers consistently attend her "Intermediate" class.

Teacher contact information for further details about this course:
Phone/Fax:    02 6251 1275
Email: antnange@actewagl.net.au

Drawing

Wednesdays    6.30 - 8.30pm    6weeks

Starts:  17th February

Fee:   $135 incl GST    Plus materials.

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Course description:  The drawing course will support students with little to no knowledge of drawing to gain confidence with a variety of drawing mediums. The course is structured to enable beginners to produce realistic drawings. Students will be guided and encouraged to try different techniques in drawing including drawing on the right hand side of the brain, negative and positive space, composition and colour to build essential skills.  Click here for pictures.

Formal Cake Decorating - Stage 1

Thursdays    6 - 8pm    8 weeks

Starts:  11th February

Fee:   $145 incl GST    Plus materials.

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Course description: In this course you will learn the basic techniques to create your own floral decorations for formal cakes.   From Canberra Blue Bells to roses, you will construct your own arrangement of handmade flowers.  You will also learn how to use the tools for cake decorating, wiring of floral sprays, colouring of flowers and some tricks of the trade.    

Sarah Gresham has previously conducted her own business in Belconnen - Pieces of Cakes.  Please contact the Co-ordinator of Lake Nite Learning on 6205 6665 or by email if you require further information.

Life Drawing and Portraiture

Starts:   18th February

Fee:   $185 incl GST  (Fee includes cost of model's fee.)

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Course description: This course focuses on drawing the nude as well as portraiture and will support students interested in life drawing and/or painting to gain confidence with a variety of mediums. The level of knowledge required is not important as the course is tailored for beginners as well as for the experienced. Students will gain experience using washes, ink, crayons and other mediums. The aim is to build student confidence to use a variety of mediums in the same work. Students will be guided and encouraged to try different drawing and painting techniques as well as build skills regarding negative and positive space, composition and colour. They will have the choice to produce several works during the workshop or focus on one piece.

Students need to wear old and comfortable clothing and bring old jars and rags to clean up as well as some food to share. Tea and coffee will be supplied.

Judith Fuller is a full time artist who graduated in architecture and practiced in the profession in the commercial sphere in Australia and overseas over the span of 10 years. She studied fine art over the span of 16 years at private studios, the University of Canberra, the ANU and in the USA specialising in painting and drawing at a graduate level. She teaches drawing, painting and has exhibited her work in Canberra and the US. Her work is held in several private collections in Australia and the US.
 

Make Mine Mosaics

Wednesdays   6.30 - 8.30pm    8 weeks

Starts:   10th February

Fee:   $145 incl GST    Plus materials.

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Course description:  Learn to design and make a small mosaic table top or wall plaque. You will learn to select and cut the tiles to suit your design. The base and a variety of coloured tiles and some tools will be supplied. Feel free to bring along any found objects or preferred materials for your project. Click here for pictures.

Emma Tilston is passionate about making tile mosaics and has created and completed many projects including revitalising old tables, mirrors and  bowls.

Metal Projects

Wednesdays    6.30 - 9.30pm    8 weeks

Starts:  10th February

Fee:   $220 incl GST    Plus materials.

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Course description: Need a new gate? Like the look of the metal furniture in those expensive catalogues? Always wanted to give it a go? Never had the tools?

This course is designed to instruct and guide you through the process of manufacturing articles made in metal. Students create all sorts of wonderful and creative objects with inspiration coming from magazines, books or needs around the home, farm or workshop.

Our workshop is well equipped with welders, lathes, milling machines, guillotines and a large variety of hand and power tools, to enable you to get the job done. Beginners as well as the more capable are catered for with instruction delivered at the level appropriate to you. So come with ideas of what to make or be open to suggestions from our collection of plans and catalogues and give it a go.

"The course was extremely insightful and useful and I'm planning to re-enrol for another dose!  Dave Hubbard is a very knowledgeable Instructor, and the workshop is very well equipped with welding and ancillary equipment."

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Painting With Acrylics

Thursdays   7 - 9pm    8 weeks

Starts:   11th February

Fee:   $145 incl GST    Plus materials.

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Course description:  Quick drying Acrylic paint can be used in many ways to express the content of a painting.  Applications can vary from thin glazes to thick impasto renderings with pallet knives.  This course will explore different ways of making acrylic paintings to find the right technique for creating future works that can help the student express ideas and concepts clearly.  It will demonstrate the basic methods and equipment a painter requires to prepare painting surfaces and a workspace.  Click here for pictures.

The starting point of each session will be from a central still life visual display.  Each session will incorporate a discussion on techniques and methods developed by a particular artist and students will be encouraged to use a visual diary to develop their own unique ideas and concepts for the final painting.

Course materials:  (Note: Cherylynn advises that it is best to see the equipment on the first night to avoid buying inadequate brushes and or unnecessary items. She will have a supply of brushes and other items needed for the course on the first night to show the students .)

Equipment list:  (Note: Classes operate only if there are sufficient enrolments.)

Cherylynn Holmes has been a practicing artist with many years experience as an exhibiting painter, designer, and award winning scenic artist for the theatre, contemporary dance and museum exhibitions. Cherylynn has studied in at the National Art School Sydney (East Sydney Tech) and is a graduate of The Canberra School of Art painting department, with a sub-major in printmaking. She has been an active community based artist within NSW and the ACT and has lived and worked in Europe, gaining a wide knowledge of western historical and contemporary art practice

Teacher contact information for further details about this course:
Mobile:  0402857070
Email: stellars1@optusnet.com.au

Pottery

Tuesdays   6.30 - 9.30pm    8 weeks

Starts:   9th February

Fee:   $220 incl GST    Plus materials.

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Course description:  During this course we will explore both handbuilding and wheelwork.  Handbuilding includes the techniques of pinching, coiling, and slab-building, techniques that are used to manipulate clay into free-form pieces.  On the potters wheel you will learn throwing and associated skills. You will be taught how to centre clay and pull up basic cylinder and bowl forms. These forms are the stepping stones to more complex shapes. You will learn to decorate and glaze your pots using coloured slips and brush-on glazes While the work is fired for you, you will gain fundamental knowledge of the firing process.   Click here for image.

Maryke Henderson, is an active member of the Canberra Potter’ Society where she is currently teaching. She has taught for many years in educational establishments, workshops and from her own studio when she lived in the Tamworth region of NSW.  After many years of professional potting, Maryke undertook full-time studies at the ANU School of Art, graduating with Honours in 2005.  She has won numerous awards for her Soda Glazed Ceramics and has featured in The Journal of  Australian Ceramics and Ceramics TECHNICAL

Projects in Wood  

Wednesdays   6.30 - 9.30pm    8 weeks

Starts:   10th February

Fee:   $220 incl GST    Plus materials.

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Course description: The aim of this course is to allow people to work on timber projects by using our well equipped workshop at Lake Ginninderra.  In the past we have catered for students who were just beginning to work with wood.   We have started with small projects and then increased the skill level to cater for their increased experience.  We also cater for people who are experienced in working with timber and want to use the comprehensive range of power tools and facilities that the workshop is able to offer. Click here for pictures. Click here for more pictures. Click here and here for Malcolm's recent project achievements.  The course fee covers the use of the workshop including all tools, equipment, basic supplies (eg sandpaper, glue, nails etc).  It does not cover timber or other materials (eg.   glass, brass fittings, stain or estapol, etc.) required for your project. Most people either bring their own timber or after discussion with the teacher purchase it after week one.  Click here for more pictures of people and projects.(Images may load slowly.)

Mark Ashdown has taught Technology since 1985 in both ACT High Schools and Colleges.  He began teaching at Lake Nite Learning in 2001. 

Sewing Workshop - Beginners to Intermediate

Wednesdays   7 - 9pm   8 weeks  

Starts:   10th February

Fee:   $145 incl GST

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Are you an absolute beginner or have a little knowledge (perhaps from high school ) that’s a bit rusty and need a bit of help?
 

Go at your own pace!  The lessons are fun, friendly and, most of all, rewarding!

Bring your own machine. It doesn’t matter how basic or old it is! ,Caroline has over 25 yrs experience in sewing for fun and clientele alike.

Give Caroline a call before classes commence to ensure you have everything you need beforehand . 02 6255 5610.  Caroline Mernin is an accomplished sewer and portrait artist having learnt both skills at high school over 20 yrs ago. Since then she has put that knowledge to use in many different projects including the making of wedding and formal dresses and many portrait commissions. She works from home making tailor made clothes for a small clientele and occasionally she has a market stall where she sells her original designs. With the skills learnt in her class not only will you be able to mend any piece of clothing you own thereby saving a fortune, but also create your own piece of fashion that you can truly be proud of. Most of all discover how much fun it is!

Caroline has a website www.carolinesportraits.com.au where you will find out more about her and view some of her artistic work. Her contact details can be found there if you wish to find out more about this sewing workshop.

Watercolour - Beginning and Continuing

Tuesdays   6.30 - 9pm    8 weeks

Starts:   9th February

Fee:   $185 incl GST    Plus materials.

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Course description: This course is aimed at beginners with watercolour. It will cover the basic techniques of watercolour painting. You will be encouraged to release your creative spirits in your own way. As Degas said: "There is my way, there is your way, but there is no ‘the way’." It is hoped that you will learn to see as an artist, learn about brushes and other applicators and watercolour papers, and that you will experiment with techniques. You will be encouraged to find your way by experimenting with colour, technique and composition and translating your inner vision.  Click here for pictures.

Click here for course materials list.

Nell Anderson has studied art in Canberra and at the Camden Art Centre in London and has received a number of awards for Watercolours and pen & ink work.  She has been a guest artist with David Jones in Canberra on six occasions, four of those were in conjunction with the annual David Jones Spring Flower Shows.  To date, Nell has held eight joint exhibitions and fifteen solo exhibitions in Canberra and interstate.  Her work is represented in many overseas private collections. 

Nell joined A.I.M (Art in Miniatures - Canberra) in February 2004.  She has also held solo exhibitions for the past two years at The Studio Gallery in Duffy and will do so again in September 2006

Teacher contact information for further details about this course:
Phone:  02 6254 8983
Mobile:  0417 548 984

Welding for Beginners

Wednesdays   6.30 - 9.30pm    8 weeks

Starts:  10th February

Fee:   $220 incl GST    Plus materials.

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Course description: The aim of this course is to give you knowledge and skills to safely weld mild steel using Oxy-Acetylene, MIG and Electric Arc processes. You will learn about each process, how to set up the machines, how to prepare metals for welding, how to safely operate the various welders and the different techniques able to be used with each process. A series of exercises will gradually build your confidence to enable you to manufacture well made articles of your choice. This course is a useful pre-requisite for Metal projects. 

"The course was extremely insightful and useful and I'm planning to re-enrol for another dose!  Dave Hubbard is a very knowledgeable Instructor, and the workshop is very well equipped with welding and ancillary equipment."

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