Learning Courses
Carnival Courses
Craft workshops
Community Learning Courses
Photography Courses
Craft workshops
Iris Folding Demonstrations
Iris folding is an easy, therapeutic and addictive way of creating cards which your friends and family will really treasure! Come along to Ryde District Heritage Centre and find out how easy it is. Suitable for anyone from 8 to 88....
Tuesday to Thursday, and Saturday 11am - 4pm.
Demonstrations throughout December, or come along and try it out for yourself. Kits and full instructions available at £5, per kit. For more details call 717435. Various options to learn include:- Butterfly, Champagne glasses, Dolphins, Fairytale Castle, Fan, Fish, Lady, Lighthouse, Penguin, Sailboat, Seahorse, Shoe, Train, Umbrella, Vase, Christmas baubles, Champagne Bottle, Perfume Bottle.
Beginners patchwork classes at Cloth and Comfort.
Cloth and comfort offer one-to-one or small group classes for people interested in learning the craft of patchworking. Classes can be held any day of the week except Sundays. For further information call in and speak to Heidi at
Cloth & Comfort, 44 Union Street, Ryde. Tel: 07542530702
Seaview Studio Workshop
We know there are many of you who have a hankering, love, or even obsession with everything creative, so here at Seaview Studio Workshop we would like to help!
You could. spend your time exploring vintage, traditional or contemporary skills, at a level that's just right for you. Learn or develop a chosen project, under the guidance of tutors. professionals or experienced enthusiasts.
For more information on the current courses at the Seaview Studio Workshop click the image below.
Photography Courses
Digital Photography for Beginners - 1 Day Intensive Courses
Saturday 28th January 2012
Tuesday 14th February 2012 (during half term holidays)
Thursday 16th February 2012 (during half term holidays)
Price - £99.00 incl VAT which included Lunch, Refreshments, Coffee and Tea
Maximum Group Size - 8
Skill Level - Beginner
Venue - The Wight Studio, 18 Cross Street, Ryde, PO33 2AD
Time - 10am until 5pm
Course Description - You will learn how to make the most of your camera and to deal with all the technical intricacies of photography.
By gaining a good understanding of the fundamental principles you will know how to craft and make images.
We will cover :
Digital Capture
ISO
F-stops and Shutter Speeds
Composition
Elements of Design,
Lenses
Light
Exposure Modes (M, AV, Tv & P)
File formats and image storage
White balance and Colour temperature.
You will hone your skills through hands on experience, visual presentation , discussions and critique.
For more information and to book
Contact Mandy on:-
01983 615466 or 07834 958770 or e-mail mandy@thewightstudio.co.uk
Accredited & Certificated Carnival Learning
NCFE LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE IN CARNIVAL MASQUERADE for students 14 to 18 yrs only
DATE: Half term, 13 - 17 Feb, 10.30am to 3.30pm, Full time.
VENUE: Shalfleet Community Hall, West Wight.
NCFE LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE IN CARNIVAL MASQUERADE for students 19yrs and over
DATE: Starts Weds 22 Feb for 6 weeks, 6.30pm to 9.30pm
VENUE: Carnival Learning Centre, Ryde.
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN CARNIVAL CRAFT for students 19yrs and over
DATE: Starts Thurs 1 Mar for 12 weeks, 9.30am to 2.30pm
VENUE: Shalfleet Community Hall, West Wight.
KITE LEADERS AWARD
Kite Making skills for group leaders.
Contact us for full details.
The New Carnival Company, 3 East Yar Road Business Park, Sandown, Isle of Wight PO36 9AX
www.thenewcarnivalcompany.co.uk
E-mail: info@thenewcarnivalcompany.com
Advanced notice
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN CARNIVAL CRAFTS for students 19yrs and over with Residential (optional)
DATE: Summer School, 3 - 12 Aug
VENUE: Isle of Wight.
Community Learning Centre
Below is information on a number of arts and performance based courses which are on offer to visitors, adults and families on the Isle of Wight. Some of the courses are run by independent groups and others are run via the Community Learning Centre.
The Community Learning Centre at Westridge in Ryde, runs a variety of courses covering all aspects of Carnival Arts, from basic skills, to event management, cultural diversity and photography. Most of the courses are for adults, but they do offer some family and young person courses. Below is a list of what is currently being offered.
For further information please contact them at
Community Learning Centre - Westridge, Brading Road, Ryde, PO33 1QS
Tel 01983 817280
or visit www.thecarnivallearningcentre.org
Drawing for the Terrified
Learn the basics of drawing and sketching using a wide variety of materials depict form and measure and understand proportion.
Course Date: 28th November 2011
Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
Cost: £13 / £10 concessions
Venue: The Isobel Centre, Pan Estate, Newport
Creative Crafts for Christmas Workshop
Make special decorations and embellishments for your house this Christmas
Course Date: 1st December 2011
Time: 9am - 3pm
Cost: £25 / £20 concessions
Venue: Community Learning Centre, Westridge, Ryde
Course Date: 5th December 2011
Time: 9am - 3pm
Cost: £25 / £20 concessions
Venue: West Wight Youth and Community Centre, Freshwater
This is the latest Course List for the Spring Term 2012
Art - run by Community Learning Centre
Crafts - Run by Community Learning Centre
Music - Run by Community Learning Centre
ITC - Run by Community Learning Centre
ADULT LEARNERS’ WEEK, 12-18 MAY - Run by Community Learning Centre
Carnival Workshops -To be Announced
Drumming Classes - run by local Samba Groups
ART
Abstract Oil Painting to Music Taster
Discover the link between music and art in this 3 hour taster session. Express yourself creatively by using colour with paint and brushwork to music - fun and pure enjoyment!
11 Jan, 12.30-3.30pm
Sandown Library.
Cost £6.
Oil Painting for the Terrified Taster
Learn some of the basics of oil painting, colour mixing and how to use oil painting mediums in a creative and supportive atmosphere.
18 Jan, 1-4pm
Community Learning Centre, Ryde
Cost £6.
Basic Drawing Workshop
Learn the basics of drawing and sketching using a wide variety of materials depict form and measure and understand proportion.
23 Jan, 9.30am-3.30pm
Nine Acres Community & Family Room 1, Newport.
Cost £20/£15 concession
Painting with Water Soluble Pencils Workshop
Explore drawing and painting techniques and paint a picture using water soluble pencils.
17 Feb, 9am-3pm
West Wight Youth & Community Centre, Freshwater.
Cost £20/£15 concession
Drawing & Sketching
Learn the basics of drawing and sketching using a wide variety of materials. Depict form, measure and understand proportion, composition and colour better and understand and apply Aerial and Linear perspective to drawing and sketching.
20 Feb for 6 weeks, 10am-12pm
Isobel Centre, Newport
Cost £40/£30 concession
Pen & Watercolour Wash for Improvers
Improve techniques to make a variety of pen and brush marks, mix colours and paint different types of washes and complete two pen and wash pictures.
21 Feb for 6 weeks, 10am-12pm
Nine Acres Community & Family Room1, Newport.
Cost £40/£30 concession
Oil Painting for Beginners
Learn some of the basics of oil painting, colour mixing, painting techniques, how to use oil painting mediums and use the skills to create a painting in a creative and supportive atmosphere.
22 Feb for 6 weeks, 10am-12pm
Community Learning Centre, Ryde
Cost £40/£30 concession.
Abstract Oil Painting to Music
Continue to discover the link between music and art in this 6 week course. Express yourself creatively by using colour with paint and brushwork, recognise the basic link between music and art and create expressive abstract and conceptual art pieces - fun and pure enjoyment!
22 Feb for 6 weeks, 1-3pm
Community Learning Centre, Ryde
Cost £40/£30 concession
Decorative Print Making Taster
Learn the basics of 'relief' printmaking - understand the different types of printing and create a basic 'relief' print and a 'mono' print.
9 Mar, 10am-1pm
Northwood WI Hall, Cowes
Cost £6
Drawing for the Terrified Taster
Learn the basics of drawing and sketching using a wide variety of materials depict form and measure and understand proportion.
22 Mar, 1-4pm
St Margaret’s Hall, Ventnor
Cost £6
Watercolour Painting for Improvers
Continue to learn more skills using techniques such as composition, colour mixing, brush marks and tonal contrast.
24 Apr for 6 weeks, 1-3pm
Community Learning Centre, Ryde
Cost £40/£30 concession
Oil Painting for Improvers
Expand your knowledge and skills of oil painting much further by developing various other techniques and skills. Use a wider variety of tools, mediums and materials and create a series of oil painting.
25 Apr for 6 weeks, 10am-12pm
Community Learning Centre, Ryde
Cost £40/£30 concession
Drawing & Sketching for Improvers
Improve your basic drawing and sketching skills whilst learning different techniques and a wider variety of materials.
26 Apr for 6 weeks, 1-3pm
St Margaret’s Hall, Ventnor
Cost £40/£30 concession
Watercolours at Carisbrooke Castle Workshop
An opportunity to paint outside in a group at a fabulous location. Designed for people with some painting experience.
29 Jun, 10am-4pm
Carisbrooke Castle, Newport
Cost £20/£15 concession
CRAFT
Simple Sewing Taster
A beginner’s guide to learning how to machine and hand sew items so that you can make or repair garments or soft furnishings. simple sewing- come and make a simple cushion, bag, items for the home and some simple clothing ideas. Using machine and hand sewing, ideal for beginners.
11 Jan, 10am-1pm
Cost £6
Basic Knitting Taster
Learn how to cast on and off and practise knit and purl stitches.
1 Feb, 12-3pm
Lake Methodist Church
Cost £6
Patchwork & Quilting
Learn how to be creative with fabric by using quilting and sewing techniques. Create wall hangings, bags, quilt’s or cushion covers from your own designs. All materials provided.
20 Feb for 6 weeks, 12.30-2.30pm
Community Learning Centre, Ryde
Cost £40/£30 concession
Fused Glass Jewellery
Learn how to cut glass in a healthy and safe manner, gain a basic knowledge of glass fusing and create your own glass jewellery.
22 Feb for 6 weeks, 10am-12pm
Isobel Centre, Newport
Cost £40/£30 concession
Knit Something Simple
Beginners course in knitting. Learn how to cast on and off, basic stitches and how to read a pattern.
22 Feb for 5 weeks, 1-3pm (not 21 Mar)
Lake Methodist Church
Cost £35/£25 concession
Papercrafts
Come and make a variety of items suitable for gifts and the home: jewellery, flowers, pretty baskets/boxes and more. No experience needed.
22 Feb for 6 weeks, 10.30am-12.30pm
Sandown Library.
Cost £40/£30 concession
Felt Bag Making Workshop
Learn to turn blend different colours of wool fibres into felt and create a lovely bag. You will also learn about blending colours.
23 Feb, 9am-3pm
St Margaret’s Hall, Ventnor
Cost £25/£20 concession
Fantasy Wax Art Workshop
Melt fantastic wax colours on a low heat iron and enter a world of wonder and creativity. Learn how to create sky, mountains, trees and foliage and produce your own unique picture.
23 Mar, 9am-3pm
Isobel Centre, Newport
Cost £20/£15 concession
Mosaics Workshop
A one day workshop where you can create a mosaic from your own design. You will have practical demonstrations to help inspire you and be able to create an effective mosaic picture to decorate your home or garden or give a unique hand made present to a friend of relative. Mosaic materials are provided.
21 Apr, 9am-3pm
Community Learning Centre, Westridge
Cost £25/£20 concession
Pottery
Learn and understand the key concepts of ceramics and drawing techniques to explore in clay, to produce your own clay work from basic designs.
26 Apr for 6 weeks, 12.30-2.30pm
West Wight Youth & Community Centre, Freshwater
Cost £50/£40 concession
Mosaics Workshop
A one day workshop where you can create a mosaic from your own design. You will have practical demonstrations to help inspire you and be able to create an effective mosaic picture to decorate your home or garden or give a unique hand made present to a friend of relative. Mosaic materials are provided.
14 Jun, 9am-3pm
St Margaret’s Hall, Ventnor
Cost £25/£20 concession
Painting on Silk Taster
Paint a scarf, wall hanging or panel using either wax and silk paint method, or just silk paint. No experience of painting needed.
20 Jun, 9.30am-12.30pm
Sandown Library
Cost £6
Fused Glass Coasters Workshop
Learn how to cut glass in a healthy and safe manner, gain a basic knowledge of glass fusing and create your own coaster.
21 Jun, 9am-3pm
St Margaret’s Hall, Ventnor
Cost £25/£20 concession
MUSIC
African Drumming
Learn or improve your African Djembe drumming skills. This is an on-going class but new people are most welcome. Suitable for beginners or those with some experience. Drums provided or bring your own.
9 Jan for 10 weeks, 6-8pm
Community Learning Centre, Westridge
Cost £45/£35 concession
Guitars for Improvers
For Improvers: Learn to play fun rock and pop songs in a small group. Bring your own guitar.
20 Feb, 6-8pm
Medina College, Newport
Cost £40/£30 concession
ICT
Entry Level 3 ICT
Learn the basics on a computer including word processing, publisher and using the internet. There will be an opportunity to go on for a further 5 weeks to build a portfolio of work to gain the qualification free of charge.
4 Jan, 9.30-11.30am for 10 weeks
Community Learning Centre, Ryde.
5 Jan, 9.30-11.30am for 10 weeks
Isobel Centre, Newport.
21 Feb, 12.45-2.45pm for 10 weeks
West Wight Youth & Community Centre, Freshwater.
Cost of each course £75/£50 concession
Digital Photography Taster
Brief introduction to digital photography, please bring your own camera if you have one, if not cameras can be provided. There is a 6 week course that will follow on from this is learners would like to learn more.
30 Jan, 9.30am-12.30pm
Sandown Library.
Cost £6
Digital Photography for Beginners
This course will show you how to take a photograph with the correct setting for your camera, the course also covers useful equipment, focus, composition and lighting and also how to organise and view images on the computer. Please bring a camera although cameras can be provided.
20 Feb for 6 weeks, 10am-12pm
Sandown Library
Cost £40/£30 concession
Photoshop for Beginners
This course will give you an understanding of what photo shop is, by the end of the course you will be able to use correct file formats and edit your own photographs. Course also covers the toolbox selection, Changing colours, distortion, copy and paste, composition and printing. You will be shown how to move objects from one photograph to another.
23 Feb for 6 weeks, 9.30-11.30am
Community Learning Centre, Ryde
26 Apr for 6 weeks, 10am-12pm
West Wight Youth & Community Centre, Freshwater
Cost of each course £40/£30 concession
Photoshop for Improvers/Advanced
Progression from the beginners’ course where you will continue to learn using advanced tools and selections. A basic understanding and experience of using Adobe Photoshop is required.
24 Apr for 6 weeks, 10am-12pm
Nine Acres Community & Family Room
1, Newport. Cost £40/£30 concession
Computers for Beginners (with UKonline)
Progress from switching a computer on to using e-mail and the internet through UKonline.
16 Apr, for 6 weeks, 6-8pm
Carisbrooke Children’s Centre
26 Apr, for 6 weeks, 9.30-11.30am
East Cowes Children’s Centre
14 Jun for 6 weeks, 6-8pm
Community Learning Centre, Ryde
No cost for these courses
IT for Basic Business
The course will cover emailing, word, spreadsheets, marketing and finances as well as producing business cards and letterheads.
18 May for 6 weeks, 10am-12pm
Community Learning Centre, Ryde
Cost £40/£30 concession
ADULT LEARNERS’ WEEK, 12-18 MAY
Watercolours at Osborne House Workshop
An opportunity to paint outside in a group at a fabulous location. Designed for people with some painting experience.
12 May, 10am-4pm
Osborne House, East Cowes
Cost £20/£15 concession
Felt Flower Corsage Taster
Learn to turn wool fibres into felt and create a lovely corsage.
16 May, 10am-12pm
Whippingham Community Centre
Cost £6
Fused Glass Light Catcher Workshop
Learn how to cut glass in a healthy and safe manner, gain a basic knowledge of glass fusing and create your own light catcher.
14 May, 9am-3pm
Northwood WI Hall, Cowes
Cost £25/£20 concession
Batik Wall Hanging Taster
Make a wall hanging using wax batik method. No experience of painting needed.
14 May, 10am-1pm
St Margaret’s Hall, Ventnor
Cost £6
Introduction to Massage Workshop
A practical session to learn basic massage techniques. Please bring a towel & small cushion.
18 May, 9am-3pm
Wootton Scout Hut, Wootton Rec
Cost £15
Meditation with Crystals Workshop
Learn how to use crystals for dowsing, about their healing properties and simple meditation techniques to benefit your health.
19 May, 10am-12pm
Community Learning Centre, Westridge
Cost £15
Drum and Samba Courses
Kabuku - African Drum Meets Ventnor & Sandown Contact Rob on 01983 853216
Samba Drum - Please contact the band leader for local rehearsal times.
Raw Samba - meets Ryde - Contact Brian on 01983 565437
FaT Samba - meets Totland - Contact Paul on 01983 759570
Unidos - meets Sandown High School - Contact Dave on 07939 522352
Other Carnival Courses
