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With Linda Hampson Member of the SW Society of Botanical Artists
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of joining us online. The Iris course is a wonderful course for beginners and improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of an artwork to be proud of at the end of this lesson. A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Run Time Approx : 2hr54mins
Beginners & Improvers Course - The Iris (beginners & Improvers coloured pencil techniques) £25
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With Linda Hampson Member of the SW Society of Botanical Artists
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of joining us online. The Kingfisher (Alcedo Atthis) course is a wonderful course for beginners and improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of an artwork to be proud of at the end of this lesson. A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Run Time: 2hr40mins
Beginners & Improvers Course - Kingfisher (beginners & Improvers coloured pencil techniques) £25
Or purchase this course as part of the 'Spring Bundle'
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With Linda Hampson Member of the SW Society of Botanical Artists
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of joining us online. The Red Squirrel course is a wonderful course for beginners and improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of an artwork to be proud of at the end of this lesson. A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Run Time: 2hr20mins
Red Squirrel (beginners & Improvers coloured pencil techniques) £25
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With Linda Hampson Member of the SW Society of Botanical Artists
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of joining us online. The Wild Daffodil (Narcissus Pseudonarcissus) course is a wonderful course for beginners and improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of an artwork to be proud of at the end of this lesson. A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Run Time: 2hr21mins
Beginners & Improvers Course - Wild Daffodil (beginners & Improvers coloured pencil techniques) £25
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With Linda Hampson Member of the SW Society of Botanical Artists
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of joining us online. The Devon Hedgerow Fruits course is a wonderful course for beginners and improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of an artwork to be proud of at the end of this lesson. NB We will not be drawing the thrush (bird) during this course, but this will be available as a separate course. We will focus on three hedge fruit techniques that can be used in drawing many berries, hips and haws that you will find in Devon Hedgerows. A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Run Time: three videos approx 1hr05mins, 1hr45mins & 1hr14mins.
Beginners & Improvers Course - Devon Hedgerow Fruits (beginners & Improvers coloured pencil techniques) £25
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With Linda Hampson
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of joining us online. The Song Thrush course is a wonderful course for beginners and improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of an artwork to be proud of at the end of this lesson. NB We will not be drawing the hedge fruits during this course, but a bundle with the thrush and hedge fruits is available as a separate course. A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Run Time: Song Thrush - Run Time approx: 1hr23mins
Beginners & Improvers Online Course - Song Thrush (beginners & Improvers coloured pencil techniques) £25
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With Linda Hampson Member of the SW Society of Botanical Artists
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of joining us online. The Holly & The Ivy course is a wonderful course for beginners and improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of an artwork to be proud of at the end of this lesson. A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Run Time: 2hr8mins
Improvers Course - The Holly & The Ivy (beginners & Improvers coloured pencil techniques) £25
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With Ishbel Ramsay of Quinta Do Cobral
Learn to make natural liquid soap free of toxins, using only plant based oils. This effective, bubbly, cruelty-free soap is plant based and suitable for vegans and can be used safely in all bio sewage systems as it is fully biodegradable. You can add essential oils or leave it completely natural. Refill all your household soap containers with this wonderful plastic free option! You will be amazed at what great value this soap is, just how versatile and how lovely to use.Have you ever tried to make your own soap and it went wrong?Or have you never tried because you are confused by all the different recipes and methods out there?- The instructions are very detailed and easy to follow
- Two exclusive instructional videos with everything you need to know and more!
- Bonus recipes to help you use your amazing liquid soap and create wonderful, money saving products for your home and family.
- Simple ideas using natural ingredients to customise your soap as you get more confident.
Ishbel Ramsay is an experienced and trusted soap maker as well as a respected teacher who has taught at The Old Kennels for many years. She has been making and selling soap for 15 years both in the UK and in Portugal and is most happy when sharing all her tips and tricks to help you make the most amazing natural soaps as well as body & hair products. She will take you on a safe, fun & exciting soap making journey that will de-mystify the process and produce great results every time.£25 (PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BOOK YOUR COURSE DIRECT WITH QUINTA DO COBRAL)
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With Ishbel Ramsay of Quinta Do Cobral
You can use this image to make lovely labels for your soaps, check out the solid soap recipe to show you how. I hope you enjoy using this.
Much love, Ishbel, Quinta do Cobral
Ishbel Ramsay is an experienced and trusted soap maker as well as a respected teacher who has taught at The Old Kennels for many years. She has been making and selling soap for 15 years both in the UK and in Portugal and is most happy when sharing all her tips and tricks to help you make the most amazing natural soaps as well as body & hair products. See her other courses both in person and online with The Old Kennels!£0 (PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BOOK YOUR COURSE DIRECT WITH QUINTA DO COBRAL)
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With Ishbel Ramsay of Quinta Do Cobral
Learn how to make your own natural, luxury, cold process soap from scratch. This soap is vegan, preservative and sulphate free and absolutely gorgeous to use. Work alongside Ishbel in two easy to follow instructional videos to make your pure natural plant based soap, scented with essential oils. Produce wonderful gifts, or a bespoke soap to enjoy yourself. You will receive full written instructions, recipes and simple ideas for wrapping and presentation as well as printable soap labels.Have you ever tried to make your own soap and it went wrong?Or have you never tried because you are confused by all the different recipes and methods out there?- The instructions are very detailed and easy to follow
- Two exclusive instructional videos with everything you need to know and more!
- Bonus recipes for more amazing natural soap ideas for wrapping and finishing your soap as well as a FREE printable soap label!
- Simple ideas using natural ingredients to customise your soap as you get more confident with your soap making.
Ishbel Ramsay is an experienced and trusted soap maker as well as a respected teacher who has taught at The Old Kennels for many years. She has been making and selling soap for 15 years both in the UK and in Portugal and is most happy when sharing all her tips and tricks to help you make the most amazing natural soaps as well as body & hair products. She will take you on a safe, fun & exciting soap making journey that will de-mystify the process and produce great results every time.£25 (PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BOOK YOUR COURSE DIRECT WITH QUINTA DO COBRAL)
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With Adrian Rayment of www.raymentwire.com
Adrian has been crafting traditional Victorian Wirework designs for over 30yrs. From large ornate Gazebo’s and Pergolas, Tables - Chairs to intricate basket wirework. He is considered the leading light of contemporary and period Wirework crafting, with clients in many parts of the world. Over a two day period Adrian will tutor students in traditional Wirework technique, with a view to crafting a period Victorian Shelf from start to finished piece. Suitable for interior and exterior use. An extensive crafting background is not required and even though the craft is physical, great hand strength is not required to achieve a finished piece of work.£195 (plus materials approximately £50)
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With Andrew Spilsbury
Hand craft one, two or even three beautiful shaker boxes in Cherry and Maple using Shaker materials and methods. A relaxed and gentle process using veneers, the copper tacks that hold the bands and the wooden pegs that pin the bands to the lids and bases are imported from America. Each stage and process closely follows the traditions. The Shaker lifestyle required a practical flexible storage system for household and workshop use. They adapted an English design of box which was almost round, and changed the proportions to the now classic oval design. The distinctive swallow tails of the joint were designed for practical purposes and with the bevelled detail give a stylish hallmark to the finished box.£195 (plus materials dependant on size and number of boxes made - approx £10 per small box)
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With Ishbel Ramsay
Discover the pleasure of embossing and working tactile, beautiful, lead-free pewter sheet into stunning pieces that will delight your friends and family as festive gifts, if you can bear to part with them! Ishbel will guide you through making a cover for a notebook to familiarise yourself with the process and the properties of the metal. You will then move on to make a mirror or picture frame. You may bring pattern ideas if you wish, but Ishbel will supply all you need to complete both projects including designs. You will also receive a set of embossing tools to continue at home as well as a full set of course notes.£95 (Plus materials approx. £40 dependant on metal price)
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Also see dates in April and November!With Julian Livingstone
Ever popular, this two-day class with a professional silver smith is aimed at complete beginners and improvers. Starting with sheet metals and expert guidance you will learn to cut, shape, solder, bezel set stones and polish to make small items of jewellery, a sugar spoon or other trinkets and keepsakes to your own individual ideas and designs. You are welcome to work in gold or other metals by prior arrangement.£195 (plus materials by weight – approx. £3/gm inc. solder, flux and consumables dependant on metal prices)
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Also see dates in April and June!With Julian Livingstone
Ever popular, this two-day class with a professional silver smith is aimed at complete beginners and improvers. Starting with sheet metals and expert guidance you will learn to cut, shape, solder, bezel set stones and polish to make small items of jewellery, a sugar spoon or other trinkets and keepsakes to your own individual designs and ideas. You are welcome to work in gold or other metals by prior arrangement.£195 (plus materials by weight – approx. £3/gm inc. solder, flux and consumables dependant on metal prices)
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With Linda Hampson
Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium. We will work with Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ and techniques. Beginners and improvers are welcome. It is genuinely an easy medium to master and so I invite you to join me for a COMPLETE BEGINNERS AND IMPROVERS COURSE - 'PEARS' After the class, you will also receive a link to a full length online video tutorial to access as often as you like at home. You might finish your artwork on the day, but knowing you have the video tutorial allows you to enjoy your time in the class, relax and experiment with techniques, if you wish, knowing you can complete your finished artwork with Linda's guidance at home.£65 (materials can be supplied if required - please enquire when booking)Includes a glass of festive cheer and a mince pie!
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With Julian Livingstone
Ever popular, this two-day class with a professional silver smith is aimed at complete beginners and improvers. Starting with sheet metals and expert guidance you will learn to cut, shape, solder, bezel set stones and polish to make small items of jewellery, a sugar spoon or other trinkets and keepsakes to your own individual designs. You are welcome to work in gold or other metals by prior arrangement.£195 (plus materials by weight – approx. £3/gm inc. solder, flux and consumables dependant on metal prices)
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With Shane Whitehead
Design and draw a circular illumination in a Celtic style incorporating zoomorphic elements, using pencil and pens and enhance with colour if desired. Working to a maximum size of 4-6” you will be inspired and guided to produce an original design that you will be proud to use, reproduce or perhaps simply frame. All levels of ability and experience welcome.£195 (plus materials as/if required)
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With Jim Stanes
Create meaningful maps using historical Devonshire village, town, farm, field & estate maps as our inspiration. Maps in those days were not so much geographical but as a means of showing land use or a particular journey, for example how to get from A to B.
For our maps I would like you to think of a place you might like to map, or a memorable journey; this could be from your house to the nearest town, or something more adventurous, such as a trip to the far reaches of this island of Britain.
We do not have to be literal or exact. Important things are made big and less important things become smaller. Our map may not be immediately recognisable, but it will be completely understandable.
Jim is well known for his beautiful cartography, art and design work in the film industry.
£195 (plus approximately £15 materials)
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With Linda Hampson
Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium. We will work with Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ and techniques. Beginners and improvers are welcome. It is genuinely an easy medium to master and so I invite you to join me for a COMPLETE BEGINNERS AND IMPROVERS COURSE - 'RED & BROWN ONIONS' After the class, you will also receive a link to a full length online video tutorial to access as often as you like at home. You might finish your artwork on the day, but knowing you have the video tutorial allows you to enjoy your time in the class, relax and experiment with techniques, if you wish, knowing you can complete your finished artwork with Linda's guidance at home.£65 (materials can be supplied if required - please enquire when booking)
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With Shane Whitehead
This bronze casting course is designed to take students through the ancient lost wax casting process. The course will take students through the techniques needed to create your own bronze casting which maybe functional, decorative or whimsical Shane will be on hand to support and encourage your ideas.
The first two days will cover; wax sculpting and creating a casting tree, the second two days will be spent casting your sculpture, finishing your castings and finally touch on patination techniques.
The course is suited to all levels of ability and experience. The first two days will be held at The Old Kennels, the second two days will be held at the foundry near Street in Somerset.
£395 for four days (plus materials approx. £110 based on amount of metal used and metal price)
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With William Barsley - website
Once cherished as family heirlooms, hand-carved breadboards were treasured for their individuality and beauty. In this two-day workshop with woodcarver William Barsley, you will revive this tradition by creating your very own decorative breadboard.
Across the weekend, you will learn timeless carving techniques while building the skills and confidence to continue the craft at home.£260 including materials (additional bread board blanks will also be available for purchase)
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With Linda Hampson
Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium. We will work with Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ and techniques. Beginners and improvers are welcome. It is genuinely an easy medium to master and so I invite you to join me for a COMPLETE BEGINNERS AND IMPROVERS COURSE - 'SNOWY OWL' After the class, you will also receive a link to a full length online video tutorial to access as often as you like at home. You might finish your artwork on the day, but knowing you have the video tutorial allows you to enjoy your time in the class, relax and experiment with techniques, if you wish, knowing you can complete your finished artwork with Linda's guidance at home.£65 (materials can be supplied if required - please enquire when booking)
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With Linda Hampson
Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium. We will work with Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ and techniques. Beginners and improvers are welcome. It is genuinely an easy medium to master and so I invite you to join me for a COMPLETE BEGINNERS AND IMPROVERS COURSE - 'FESTIVE FIR MOUSTERY' this jolly seasonal course will come with our usual festive twist, an early mince pie and a glass of festive cheer! A wonderful day of drawing together to get us in the festive mood. After the class, you will also receive a link to a full length online video tutorial to access as often as you like at home. You might finish your artwork on the day, but knowing you have the video tutorial allows you to enjoy your time in the class, relax and experiment with techniques, if you wish, knowing you can complete your finished artwork with Linda's guidance at home.£65 (materials can be supplied if required - please enquire when booking)
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With Dominic Parrette - website
Make your very own Sussex Trug using traditional tools and techniques. You will learn how to cleave shave and shape sweet chestnut to form the handle and rim of this traditional Sussex basket. Boards of white willow then need to be shaped, shaved and soaked before finally constructing the basket using steel tacks. Skills learnt include use of a shave horse and drawknife, cleaving with a froe and steam bending using jigs.
£230 (including materials)
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With Tom O'Reilly of www.bookbindery.co.uk The Little Egret Press www.l-e-p.com
This engaging two day workshop will guide students through various aspects of hand book binding incorporating gold foil embossing to the cover. Students will produce small hand-bound notebook and slip case. You may like to make a book style phone case (if so you will need to bring a plastic phone holder to fit your particular phone).Tom O’Reilly M.A has been a book binder for over twenty five years and he has taught the art of hand bookbinding, tutored and lectured at BA and MA level. All materials needed for workshop are provided.£195 (plus materials approx £35)
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With Hilary Burns - website
Make your own oblong harvesting basket in willow. Oblong baskets fall into the ‘squarework’ category. They are a step up from simple round baskets. Beginners are welcome, they will make a slightly smaller sized basket with a carrying handle and simple border. If you are an improver you could make a larger basket, or, if proficient, experiment with more complex weaves in the sides and French wrapped handles.
Hilary is an experienced tutor and is happy to discuss your requirements in advance so that she can bring suitable materials. We will use willow with a subtle variety of coloured bark from my collection of willow varieties.
£195 (plus materials approximately £30)
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ONLINE TUTORIALS AVAILABLE HERE!
Although initially it seemed to be the opposite of all we stand for, we have found online learning can bring its own very special benefits, delivering our wonderful brand of shared learning experience into the homes of those who cannot travel to us, or feel less confident in a group. If you have never considered it, give it a try, you may just be surprised!
"I do find the tutorials very relaxing and sometimes find that I have been sitting for hours following Linda's instructions. I have enjoyed them immensely, the careful explanation and advice from Linda has been wonderful and invaluable. I feel that I have learned so much and am not afraid to tackle some subjects on my own. I am finding it quite addictive." SC from FelixstoweCLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE!
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With Andy Harris
Using hand-tools and traditional methods, be guided by an experienced Coppersmith to make your own beautiful and useful copperware.
In this very special two-day workshop, you can make your choice of beautiful and functional copperware, water mugs which can be used to serve cold drinks, candle sticks or an adorable lidded tea caddy. In addition to soldering & riveting you will learn cutting, filing, and chasing the lines as you hammer and fold the copper into shape.
£260 (plus materials approximately £30 dependent on what you make and metal prices)
