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Introduction to Digital Photography for Beginners

Tue 2 Nov, 1 day course 10.30am–5.30pm, £65 (£55)

Whether you have a digital camera or not, come and discover the possibilities offered by this exciting revolution. We will show you how to take digital photographs, download them to the computer and use Adobe Photoshop to enhance, manipulate and print out superb results.

adults

Photoshop: Digital Image Manipulation for Beginners

Wed 3 & Thu 4 Nov, 2 day course 10.30am–5.30pm, £135 (£120)

An intensive two day beginners course teaching Photoshop skills and concepts, giving you the confidence in using this powerful image manipulation software. The course will show you how to work with layers, and resize images for printing and website use. There will be time allocated for questions and individuals needs will be catered for where possible.

adults

Introduction to Web Design: Website Creation for Beginners

Tue 9 & Wed 10 Nov, 2 Day course 10.30am–5.30pm, £135 (£120)

Using Adobe Dreamweaver and Photoshop, this two day course will cover the basic construction and upload of a website. Students will have the opportunity to create their own website and should bring content (text and images) that they wish to transform onto the web. Ideal for students, small businesses and self-employed. Some computer literacy is desirable and homework is recommended.

adults

Scriptwriting and the Art of the Short

Sat 27 & Sun 28 Nov, 2 day course 11am–5pm, £135 (£120)

Award winning filmmaker Ashley Thorpe will cover the basic building blocks of successful scriptwriting. In this two day intensive course you will be offered practical advice to help you need to grasp the fundamentals of successful scriptwriting, learn to avoid common misconceptions and stumbling blocks. Ideal for those with a short or a feature they want to develop.

ART COURSES

Our professional tutors specialise in teaching students of all abilities from beginners to established artists. Their classes are exciting, welldelivered and lots of fun.

To book places for any of the following courses call the Box Office on 01392 667080.

Daytime Courses

adults

Introduction to Painting and Drawing

6 week course starting Fri 10 Sep 1–3pm, £55 (£45)

This course is for beginners and returnees to create or expand a portfolio whilst learning new skills and developing confidence to explore your ideas within a safe and friendly creative environment. This course is supported by WEA. Therefore benefit recipients (means-tested), refugees and asylum seekers are eligible for a free place.

Please note booking is now through WEA, Bradninch Court, Castle Street, Exeter, EX4 3PL 01392 457300 rather than via Exeter Phoenix Box Office for this course.

adults

NEW: 3 Day Workshop – Drawing The Body in Space

Mondays 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov 10.30am–4.30pm, £180 (£150)

An intensive all day course over three weeks exploring ways of representing three dimensional space inhabited by the human body. Using drawing both as a 2D and 3D process, our tutor will encourage new ways of looking and capturing the figure. Basic materials, paper & charcoal provided.

adults

Introduction To Life Drawing

5 week course starting Mon 8 Nov 10am–12pm, £65 (£55)

Encouraging both technical and expressive approaches to life drawing, this course will cover a variety of drawing methods. The individual tuition offered is suitable for all levels of ability. Basic paper and charcoal are provided.

adults

Landscape

5 week course starting Mon 8 Nov 1–3pm, £65 (£55)

Bring along your favourite landscape photographs and develop them into art-works using drawing, collage, painting and abstraction. Limited places so book early!

adults

Exploring 3D Materials

5 week course starting Mon 8 Nov 3.30–5.30pm, £65 (£55)

The emphasis for this course is on experimentation & play with sculptural materials and their relationships with drawing to create an understanding of the importance of process in art making. Basic materials, paper & charcoal provided.

adults

One Day Workshop: Painting From Life

Mon 13 Dec, 10.30am–5pm, £60 (£50)

Working from a model & offering a real chance to explore the face. Bring your own acrylic paints, canvas/ boards & materials of your choice. Limited places so book early!

adults

Evening Courses

Creative Life Drawing

5 week course starting Mon 8 Nov 6–8pm, £65 (£55)

Encouraging both technical and expressive approaches to lifedrawing. The course will provide you with a strong portfolio of drawing methods. Suitable for beginners & those with some experience. Basic paper and charcoal provided.

NEW: Portfolio Consultation Service

£45 (£37.50) per one hour session

Ideal for those considering or applying for an HE/FE art qualification. Experienced artist and tutor Nicci Wonnacott will review your portfolio and advise on its content and presentation.

For bookings and enquiries please contact: education@exeterphoenix.org.uk

ART TALKS

Get together and discuss the current exhibition. Ask questions, give your own opinions and explore. If you plan to bring a group (more than 5) please let the Education Manager know, via email:education@exeterphoenix.org.uk or telephone 01392 667081. Talks can be scheduled at other times for a small charge. Please ask for details.

• Wed 6 Oct, 10.45am:
Exeter Contemporary Open

•Wed 1 Dec, 10.45am:
Owen Lloyd – Digital Arts Commission

Visit galleries for full details.

adults

Dance Course: Breakin’ For Grown-Ups

Sundays 3 & 17 Oct; 7, 14, 21 Nov; 5 Dec, £90 for six sessions, 11.30am–1pm, Drama Studio, 10 places

These classes are being lead by Matt Macklin from Just4Funk, who have recently performed at Sadler’s Wells, London at ‘Breakin’ Convention: An International Festival of Hip Hop Dance Theatre’. Classes are designed for adults and will be a fun and challenging introduction to Breakin’. Beginners and those with no experience are welcome. Teachers are also welcome to attend in order to expand your repertoire but please note these classes are not intended to act as a qualification or teacher’s certification for this dance form.

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