Thanks to Alison Knapman for sharing the Autumn Edition of the Isle of Wight Council Community and Family Learning Service programme with VentnorBlog readers. There are all sorts of courses being run this term and certainly something to suit everyone. Take a look and book your place. Ed
A new series of courses are about to start, so please come and join in, have fun, meet people and learn new skills. The courses are very popular so please phone to book your place: 817288
Our courses are generously subsidised by the Isle of Wight Council and the Learning and Skills Council; however most opportunities incur a course fee and / or a material charge to help cover costs (see listings for details).
The course fees are the equivalent of £4 per session (£2 concessionary fee available for those on means tested benefit).
It is easier to pay in full at the first session, but where this is not possible you can pay in instalments or weekly.
The Isle of Wight Council is committed to improving access to learning opportunities. If we can help remove barriers to your participation in learning please contact us to discuss further.
For further information Contact:
Alison Knapman, Community Learning Coordinator.
Telephone 817288 Mobile 07976 009414
Email alison.knapman(at)iow.gov.uk
COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS
Come and learn how to use a computer in a small and supportive group. Progress from switching a computer on, to using the internet, sending an e-mail and basic word processing.
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Monday 22nd September for 6 sessions
End Date: Monday 3rd November (not 6th October)
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm or 1pm – 3pm
Tutor: Ken Knapman
Course fee: £24 (£12 concessions)
BASIC PRINTMAKING AND COLLAGE
This course will explore simple lino cut and mono print techniques to design and print decorative patterns. Some of the printed papers produced will be incorporated into collage work with students creating their own colourful, vibrant compositions.
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Tuesday 30th September for 8 sessions
End Date: Tuesday 25th November (not 28th October)
Time: 1pm – 3.30pm
Tutor: Annik Cullinane
Course fee: £32 (£16 concessions) Materials £8
INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOSHOP
Learn and develop the basics of Photoshop in a series of structured activities. Develop skills in file management, basic tools, understanding of layers and text and simple manipulation of images.
This course is designed for complete beginners to Photoshop but basic computer skills are required.
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Friday 26th September for 8 sessions
End Date: Friday 21st November (not 31st October)
Time: 10am – 12.30pm
Tutor: Wendy Lacey
Course fee: £32 (£16 concessions)
INTRODUCTION TO STAINED GLASS
A beginners guide to the art of stained glass. Develop skills in foil work and basic lead work. Produce 2 items by the end of the course – a sun catcher (foil work) and a small panel (lead work).
All materials provided.
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Wednesday 24th September for 8 sessions
End Date: Wednesday 12th November
Time: 6pm – 8.30pm
Tutor: Ian York
Course fee: £32 (£16 concessions) Materials £8
PHOTOSHOP INTO PRODUCTS
Learn how to use Photoshop to create attractive illustrated diaries and appointment calendars, ideal as gifts. This is an intermediate level course and is not suitable for absolute beginners.
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Thursday 25th September for 10 sessions
End Date: Thursday 4th December (not 30th October)
Time: 10am – 1pm
Tutor: Stephen Darlington
Course fee: £40 (£20 concessions)
CREATIVE COMMUNITY DANCE
This friendly class, suitable for all ages, will help you explore your creativity and develop skills to move more expressively. There are 2 parts to this class – Part 1 focuses on movement while Part 2 develops your ideas for performance. You can enrol onto both parts or just onto the first option.
Venue: Trinity Church Hall, Trinity Road
Start Date: Monday 29thSeptember for 8 sessions
End Date: Monday 24th November (not 27th October)
Time: 10.00am – 11.30am (Part 1) 11.45am – 12.45pm (Part 2)
Tutor: Heather Pimentel
Course Fee: £32 (£16 concessions) for both parts, £24 (£16 concessions) for Part 1 only
Heather also runs Performance Skills classes (including LAMDA accredited exams) through Interact: Phone 857354 for details.
TOWARDS ABSTRACT AGAIN
Use paint and collage techniques to achieve a better understanding of the possibilities of non-figurative work. Work on paper or canvas, using a variety of art materials including acrylics.
Although this course is an extension of an earlier one, beginners are most welcome. Basic materials supplied.
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Thursday 25th September for 8 sessions
End Date: Thursday 20th November (not 30th October)
Time: 6pm – 9pm
Tutor: Milly Stevens
Course Fee: £32 (£16 concessions) Materials £8
POTTERY
Offering relaxed fun sessions for those wishing to experiment with clay.
Develop skills in hand built pottery, exploring coloured slips and texture. Make individual items from your own ideas.
This course is suitable for beginners as well as for those with some experience.
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Wednesday 1st October for 8 sessions
End Date: Wednesday 26th November (not 29th October)
Time: 10am – 12.30pm
Tutor: Juliet Robins
Course Fee: £32 (£16 concessions) Materials £8
CREATIVE CRAFTS FOR CHRISTMAS
Come and make arty, festive decorations using recycled and other unusual materials. Produce Christmas tree decorations, special cards and decorative boxes and picture frames.
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Monday 17th November for 3 sessions
End Date: Monday 1st December
Time: 10am – 12.30pm
Tutor: Annik Cullinane
Course Fee: £12 (£6 concessions) Materials £3
SKILLS FOR LIFE
An opportunity for adults to gain a Level 1 or 2 in Literacy and/or Numeracy. Looking for a new career and need your qualifications updated or if you need to gain them, then come along and learn in a relaxed and friendly group.
Venue: To suit groups
Day: Thursdays
Time: Mornings
Tutor: Chrissie Blow
LANTERN MAKING
Lantern making workshops will take in December for Ventnor Lantern Procession.
Open to adults on their own or with their children. Details to be confirmed but you can phone now to book a place.
There are also a number of courses being run in The Bay Area, Ryde, Newport, Cowes and East Cowes and West Wight – phone or e-mail for a brochure or more information.
