Gloucester Arts and Crafts Group

2023 Summer School

Gloucester Arts and Crafts Group Brochure 

Summer  School 2023

24th - 28th July

Welcome to you. we hope that you enjoy browsing though our 2023 brochure,

whether  you are a regular Summer School student or a potential new one.

As is our custom, we offer a broad range of arts/crafts courses and this year a number of new, exciting options have again been added.

When you have made your choice and filled out the booking form, we hope that you will tell other people who you think might also enjoy and benefit from the unique experience and atmosphere of the GACG Annual Summer School.

                                               Venue

      Newent Community School, Watery Lane, Newent,

                Gloucestershire GL18 1QF

                 Summer School Co-ordinator

              Gill Webb   Mobile—07874 604952

            E-mail—gilly8080@blueyonder.co.uk

                   All  courses - 9.30am- 4.30pm

Organised by The Gloucester Arts and Crafts Group

Reg Charity No 1069039

For more information go to:-

www.spanglefish.com/gloucesterartsandcrafts

General information

Newent Community School, our venue, is situated on the outskirts of Newent town, Gloucestershire. It has Arts College status and offers excellent facilities for our courses. Students will be pleased to know it has ample parking.

All courses are open to everyone over 18 years of age. Usually courses are limited to a maximum of 10 students to enable tutors to give individual attention to the members of the group. Tuition in the basics will be available for beginners, whilst those with  previous experience will be given opportunities to expand and  advance their existing skills.

Early enrolment is strongly advised because of the limited places available. Phone  numbers of most tutors are shown in the brochure. They are quite happy for prospective  students to contact them before enrolment with any queries. Tutors will specify charges for materials where applicable, payable on the day to the tutor,  in addition to course fees.

Prior to Summer School, students will be supplied with information about their courses (if necessary ) Along with suggestions on what equipment or materials they should bring.

Any course under-subscribed will be cancelled at the end of June and students will be contacted to choose another. Alternatively any fees will be refunded.  Should an advertised tutor withdraw from Summer School, Gloucester Arts and Crafts Group reserve the right to use a substitute tutor. In  such unforeseen  circumstances, no  refund will be made to students.

Most important

Your fees includes tuition and a mandatory service charge to the school. This covers  an excellent lunch,  varied menu , cooked by first class caterers on the premises, morning coffee and afternoon tea/coffee breaks with  homemade biscuits and cakes, site staff wages , cleaning contract and the hiring of the school rooms. Students are responsible for  Insurance and safe-keeping of their own property.                   We hope you have a happy and creative week.

 Summer School 2023                Booking Form  This can't be filled in online (needs to be copied, pasted into another document and printed off, or can be  handwritten) 

Name

Home Address

Email

Contact number

GACG member number

( if member) 

COURSE CHOSEN 

Dietary  or access   requirements

Course fees 

 I enclose: (please circle as appropriate) 

Either   A non-returnable deposit

5 Day       4 Day    3 Day      2 Day      1Day

£70           £60        £50        £40         £30

Or   full payment of  

£275*      £220*     £165*    £110*      £55*

          *(includes a non-returnable deposit)

NB the amount payable is for the total number of days at Summer School regardless of the length of the class or classes.

Please complete the booking form and send   with  Stamped Addressed    Envelope to

Gill Webb, 51 Riversley Road, Elmbridge, Gloucester GL20QU

Mobile  07874 604952   Email: gilly8080@blueyonder.co.uk

Payment ( circle which method chosen)

 Either –cheque    

Payable to Gloucester Arts & Crafts group

(send with booking form)

Or  bank transfer 

National Westminster Bank

Account Number  69003009

Branch Sort Code  60-09-02

Use reference : SS23 and your name as appears on booking form

Acrylics  - Elements of the landscape   part 1       24/25/July 

STILL SPACES AVAILABLE FOR BOTH PARTS. MAKE SURE YOU DON'T MISS OUT.

Day 1 Trees

Day 2 Woodlands

Summary

Suitable for all abilities, this course will allow participants to explore different parts of the landscape, leading to an understanding of structure, form and colour. There will be some sketchbook work, as well as creating paintings with acrylics. This course can be booked just as a two day  or combined with part 2 as a  five-day course . There will be a charge for any materials supplied by the tutor on the day.

Tutor - Jackie Garner

 Jackie trained at Medway College of Design, is a former Education Officer at the Nature in Art Museum and is qualified in Further and Adult Education. She is a professional artist who specialises in portraying wildlife and is the author and illustrator of The Wildlife Artist’s Handbook. Jackie teaches and lectures regularly, exhibits locally and nationally and is a guest contributor to Leisure Painter Magazine. www.jackiegarner.co.uk (01453 847420)

Acrylics - Elements of the landscape   part 2    26/27/28 July                                    

Day 3 Skies

Day 4 Flower Meadows

Day 5 Mountains and Moorland

Summary

Suitable for all abilities, this course will allow participants to explore different parts of the landscape, leading to an understanding of structure, form and colour. There will be some sketchbook work, as well as creating paintings with acrylics. This course can be booked just as a three day  or combined with part 1 as a  five-day course . There will be a charge for any materials supplied by the tutor on the day.

Tutor - Jackie Garner

trained at Medway College of Design, is a former Education Officer at the Nature in Art Museum and is qualified in Further and Adult Education. She is a professional artist who specialises in portraying wildlife and is the author and illustrator of The Wildlife Artist’s Handbook. Jackie teaches and lectures regularly, exhibits locally and nationally and is a guest contributor to Leisure Painter Magazine. www.jackiegarner.co.uk (01453 847420)

Crossed Structure Binding in Boards     24  July

Bookbinding

Course fully booked. Take a look at the other courses.

Join us for this bookbinding workshop and design your very own beautiful notebook with hard covers and interlocking system where we will put a huge emphasis on design. Suitable for all levels of abilities. There will be a charge for materials on the day to the tutor.

Tutor  - Anna Yevtukh-Squire

Anna is a member of the Society of Bookbinders, Designer Bookbinders and the local Guild of Designer Craftsmen, Anna studied art and bookbinding in Ukraine and has been utilizing these skills to build her handmade books since 1998. Anna has been teaching bookbinding and creative bookmaking workshops across the country and regular classes at Malvern Hills  College for more than 10 years.

Discover  your love of clay      24/25 July

SPACES AVAILABLE. BOOK NOW. 

Over two days students will be able to experience -and experiment with -various hand building techniques: using rolled slabs, coils, pinching and modelling; and also methods of surface decoration by impressing and carving. I will explain the whole process and show the variety of items that can be made. Clay is a wonderfully malleable material that can be shaped and formed by hand with a minimum of tools. Pieces made can be fired in my own kiln at the end of the sessions (the first/biscuit firing), then students can either visit my workshop at a later date to glaze and decorate for the final firing, or I can apply glaze and return the finishes pieces. There will be a charge for materials and firing payable to the tutor on the day.

Tutor -    Caroline Gregory

I have been a potter since 1975; first in Hackney east London and now in Ledbury, Herefordshire -where I have a large workshop both under and next to my home.

My current work is mainly thrown stoneware pottery, but I have also at times experimented with and enjoyed hand building processes - coils and slabs and modelling -which can involve a much broader range of shapes.

I have taught in further education, projects in primary schools and at various festivals.  It is exciting to be able to enable others to discover the fun of making things with such a wonderfully malleable material such as clay. www.carolinebousfield.co.uk

How to Draw an elephant in Graphite Pencil          24/25 July

How to Draw a tiger in Graphite Pencil     26/27/28 July

SURPRISINGLY SPACES AVAILABLE. DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE.

Graphite pencil can be used to produce so much more than just a sketch. Using a   pencil blunt or sharp, pressing lightly or hard and using a variety of tones, learn how to create the effect of fur, the texture of skin and the glassy look of an eye. With the expert tuition from Jamie over the course of the 2 or 3 days, you will learn and be able to practice new techniques to develop your drawing skills.

Tutor - Jamie Boots

Originally from New Zealand Jamie first exhibited his work in 2004 and turned professional in 2006.  With pictures taking up to four months to produce, only a limited number of originals are available each year.  Limited edition prints are available from a number of galleries throughout the UK.

Dressmaking skills                                              5 days

ARE YOU WATCHING THE GREAT BRITISH SEWING BEE AND WISHING YOU CAN SEW? THEN JOIN THIS CLASS.

SPACES ARE AVAILABLE ON THIS COURSE. BOOK NOW AND LEARN HOW TO  MAKE YOUR OWN UNIQUE CLOTHES.

Would you like to be able to make something that you can actually wear! Skirt, Top, Dress. Maybe something you use in the home, Cushions covers, Aprons, Tote bags, scissor cases to name but a few. This course would be perfect for the beginner or intermediate, someone whose has lost their mojo for sewing or someone who would like more in depth understanding of the sewing machine, patterns and fabrics.

Aim of course: To be able read and understand pattern envelope, how to follow instructions and understand symbols. Transfer your skills to be able to carry on to make more at home.

Students to provide Pattern,  Fabric,  Sewing machine, Threads,  Scissors, pins, tape measure 

Tutor -    Lesley Graysmark

Lesley has been sewing for a very long time and had her own business making up and marketing Leotards, Leggings, Crop tops, swimwear, in fact  almost anything in Lycra.

She has been on numerous course including 2yr course in pattern drafting and cutting. overlocking courses to name but a few.

For the last 10 yrs Lesley has her own class which is thriving in Upton St Leonards.

Enamelling                         24/25 July

SORRY THIS COURSE IS FULLY BOOKED. TAKE A LOOK AT THE OTHER EXCITING COURSES.

On a full day workshop everyone will create 4-6 pieces these maybe jewellery like pendants, earrings, and brooches and or small pictures. Everything will be completed on the day ready to leave wearing or to take home and mount. Beginners are always welcome as are those wanting to further their skills and experience. 

We will cover a broad range of enamelling techniques including sieving, adding decorations, stencilling, and wet packing.  There will be a  charge for materials payable to the Tutor on the day. ( approximately £15 per day)

Tutor—Katie Sanderson

Katie has been working with enamel for 16 years, and in the last 6 years she’s been creating work for galleries and commissions whilst teaching enamelling at her studio and across the country. 

Expanding boxes                                   27/28 July  

LAST SPACE JUST GONE. COURSE IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. SORRY. TAKE A LOOK AT THE OTHER CLASSES.

Come along and make this highly original 4 or 6 sided expanding decorative box, the ideal storage solution for sewing accessories, jewellery, make up or special trinkets etc. The boxes can be made from upcycled card and fabric and would look stunning in  any room. 

This 2 day course involves cutting out materials, using templates, glueing and a small amount of sewing and is equally suitable for the  complete novice crafter or those with more experience. 

You will be provided with  card, glue, wadding and suitable accessories. You will need to bring some  non- stretchy fabrics  (new or recycled) for the outer box and contrast linings. 

A small charge for some of the items provided by the tutor will be made. 

Tutor - Sue Cheviot

has been an avid arts and crafter from a very early age, and loves to share and teach the uplifting experience of making beautiful hand crafted items to people of all abilities. She is willing to have a go at most crafts and regularly sells her work at various craft fayres in Gloucestershire.

Fabric Sculpture                                            24/25/26 JULY

UNLEASH YOUR INNER CREATIVITY WITH THIS COURSE. SPACES AVAILABLE

Ragtaggle Huffinpew – the steampunk hare with a taste for adventure – was created for an exhibition at Kingshill House, Dursley a couple of years ago.  I was then asked to run a workshop on creating him.  He has since found a couple of friends – Lady Flora Belle, the cat who loves flowers and Sir Ferdinand Sly, the fox with a dubious past.  This is a fun and messy workshop where you will learn how to create a sculpture from polystyrene packaging, newspaper and dowels.  The sculpture is then covered in fabric and decorations of your choice, which will   harden overnight to enable the final stage of painting, again in colours of your choice.  Please note you will only have time to make one sculpture and you will need all 3 days to complete it.

Materials cost is approximately £25.

Tutor - Jackie Ginley

Having recently left full time employment  Jackie now indulges her passion for all things craft. In the past she has been a toy maker and a hobby ceramics teacher.

Fabric printing with blocks                 27 July

SORRY COURSE IS FULL, PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT THE OTHER COURSES 

Learn how to make and print your own blocks onto fabric using techniques and materials you could use at home or use a selection of pre cut blocks.  A tea towel will be supplied for your design . Do feel free to bring an item of your own for example a T shirt, pillow case , cushion cover , if you wanted to experiment. The course will cover designing cutting and printing your blocks as well as colour layering and the opportunity to experiment with letterpress in your designs. The blocks are easy to cut using nail scissors. The dyes are permanent after drying and will stand a low temperature wash in a machine. Do bring an apron to protect your clothes. You will go away with your own blocks to do again at home. Materials cost per person £12.

Tutor- - Christine Felce
is an artist and experienced print tutor she has a BA in Fine Art & Printmaking from Cardiff and an MA in Film Making from the Royal College of Art. Experienced in traditional etching , screen printing, relief printing & collograph, she has taught at West Dean College, Chinese Islington Association in London. New Brewery Arts Centre  in  Cirencester and internationally.  Christine has also worked in public art creating giant lino prints and installations with the general public. https://www.cfelce.co.uk/

http://cfelce.co.uk/

Fused Glass   - surfs up!                25/26 July

One space now available. Grab it while you can.

In this exciting workshop, you will create a fabulous free standing fused glass wave.  You will explore the remarkable process of glass fusion, which involves cutting and layering coloured glass to form a design which is then heated in a kiln so that the glass fuses together before it is slumped over a mould to curve it.

You will be using a gorgeous selection of sea coloured glass and decorative elements such as crushed glass and frit to achieve this remarkable effect.

This guided workshop will follow a simple approach to design, with step-by-step instructions throughout the whole process to help you maximise your creativity and to create your own unique piece of Glass Art.

There will be an additional fee of £35 to cover the cost of materials and firings.

No experience necessary.

Tutor - Caroline Lambert

Caroline has been working exclusively with glass for nearly 20 years.   She teaches stained glass full time and divides her working time between teaching adults and children. In her spare time, she  is a practising artist who continues to explore glass as a creative medium.

All courses     9.30—4.30

Indian Block Printing for Fabric                                    24  July

THIS COURSE IS WAITING FOR YOU. LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE.

Why not join Nigel for a fantastic day of block printing on fabric?

You don't need to be an artist to enjoy Indian Block Printing!  In this relaxed session, you will learn how easy it is to create wonderful images on a range of fabric items such as T towels, aprons, napkins, table runners, bags etc. using traditional hand carved Indian wood blocks and fabric paints. Between them Caroline and Nigel have a wonderful collection of Indian wood blocks for you to choose from, and you won't believe how simple it is to get some really fantastic results. This workshop is suitable for all abilities, whether you have printed before or not.   Caroline and Nigel will bring lots of ideas and samples to help you get started and they will be on hand throughout the day to guide you through the process, from start to finish.

There will be a basic charge of £10 for materials on the day, and you will also be able to purchase a range of items to print on, or you can just bring your own..!

Tutors - Nigel Ginley and Caroline Lambert

You may already know Caroline and Nigel  from their stained glass teaching but they also have a passion for block printing and are keen to share it with others! Caroline teaches stained glass full time but very much enjoys the occasional day teaching block printing.

Nigel creates and sells a range of block craft items and is a member of the Gloucester Arts and Crafts Group Committee.

Amigurumi   Japanese crochet  - 25 July

Course fully booked. Take a look at the other courses.

At our one day workshop we will be discovering the joy of Amigurumi. 

The name amigurumi is a blend of Japanese words for knitting or crochet and small doll. Come along and learn how to make these delightful characters using basic crochet stitches

Making amigurumi is an interesting skill and can be learned from scratch.  Construction of most amigurumi toys are the same, making for a straightforward assembly.

All sorts of animals can be made with basic shapes. Make a bear, a giraffe, or, let your imagination run riot.

We will start with making  Bubbles the Jellyfish, a fun easy toy that will delight any child (or embrace your inner child and keep it for yourself) 

TUTOR - Patricia McDowell

Lover of all things crafty. I moved to England from Northern Ireland where I taught in further and higher education across the whole age range from school leavers to ‘the silver surfers’. On landing here  I took up a position in Solihull College working with young adults who required additional help to allow them to reach their full potential. Now retired I can concentrate on doing what comes naturally (and run after a my beautiful grandson)

Lino cut cards                                                            26 July

SORRY CLASS IS FULLY BOOKED. PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT THE OTHER COURSES.

Learn how to design and cut a lino square or two suitable for printing onto cards. The course will supply water based printing inks, lino tools, 10 cards with envelopes and specialist lino. During the course you will have the use of a printing presses you will also be shown methods of printing with out a press that you could use at home. Do bring an apron to protect your clothes, You will be able to work safely with your own space to design and cut the lino. Materials cost per person £10.

Tutor- - Christine Felce
is an artist and experienced print tutor she has a BA in Fine Art & Printmaking from Cardiff and an MA in Film Making from the Royal College of Art. Experienced in traditional etching , screen printing, relief printing & collograph, she has taught at West Dean College, Chinese Islington Association in London. New Brewery Arts Centre  inCirencester and internationally.  Christine has also worked in public art creating giant lino prints and installations with the general public. https://www.cfelce.co.uk/

http://cfelce.co.uk/

Ladderback chairmaking                                             5 DAYS

SORRY CLASS IS FULLY BOOKED. PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT THE OTHER COURSES.

Our main aim of this course is to make a quality ladderback chair in a week. The method is by turning legs and rails using tools called rotary planes and is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with some experience. The ability to measure in imperial units will be useful. We will use Ash and the design of the chairs will be heavily influenced by the Gimson/Clisset/Shaker styles and can either be side or armchairs. All tools and equipment will be provided. Materials will be sourced by the tutor and will be payable to him on the during the course. Seats can either be rushed, seagrassed or shaker taped.

Tutor - Phil Shipley

Phil was a teacher in the Design and Technology subject area for 30 years. He is now semi-retired, but still restores/repairs furniture and tutors chairmaking courses, as well as working on commissions from time to time. He has been a  Short Course tutor at West Dean College, Chichester and exhibits at Frampton County Fair   (01452 617546)

Macramé                                              26 July  

VERY ON TREND. MACRAME HAS A FEW SPACES LEFT.

The finished project will be a decorative wall hanging. You will have the chance to customise it  however you see fit. Once you’re comfortable with the basics, I will encourage you to take your macramé to the next level . If you want to learn a new skill with cord, or refresh a skill you haven’t used for a long time, then this is the place for you. The choice of things to make is only limited by our imagination, from tiny key rings to massive wall hangings.  I will teach you the basic knots to get you going on your macramé journey.  There will be cords and yarns to practice with,  but if you want to bring your own (so you can continue your project after the day ) that will be fine. We will be adding rings and beads to enhance your projects and all of these will be available for you to practice with and use.  There will be a charge for materials payable to the tutor on the day.

TUTOR - Patricia McDowell

Lover of all things crafty. I moved to England from Northern Ireland where I taught in further and higher education across the whole age range from school leavers to ‘the silver surfers’. On landing here took up a position in Solihull College working with young adults who required additional help to allow them to reach their full potential. Now retired I can concentrate on doing what comes naturally (and run after a my beautiful grandson).

Mono printing                                                        24/25 July

 SPACES LEFT. HURRY AND BOOK NOW.

Enhance your drawings by using mono print techniques. Over the 2 days of the course you will be making  drawings into semi transparent paper then using this drawing as a guide to make one off individual colour layered mono prints. You will have an A4 flexible plastic plate and a pack of specialist Japanese printing paper to create your work onto, we will also be using a printing press for the 2nd day of the course. The inks you will be using are artist quality oil based printing inks so do bring an apron . Materials cost £18

Tutor  - Christine Felce
is an artist and experienced print tutor she has a BA in Fine Art & Printmaking from Cardiff and an MA in Film Making from the Royal College of Art. Experienced in traditional etching , screen printing, relief printing & collograph, she has taught at West Dean College, Chinese Islington Association in London. New Brewery Arts Centre  in  Cirencester and internationally.  Christine has also worked in public art creating giant lino prints and installations with the general public. https://www.cfelce.co.uk/

http://cfelce.co.uk

Needle felting                                                          27/28 July

Whimsical Needlefelted Pictures 

LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE FOR THIS EXCITING AND CREATIVE COURSE. MAKE SURE YOU DON'T MISS OUT.

Needlefelting is such a versatile medium and great to work with. When it comes to making pictures you can create wonderful 2D effects.

In this workshop we will be making whimsical or fantasy pictures with pre-felts and wool roving.

No artistic ability necessary as we will not be portraying real life! Suitable for all abilities. There will be a charge for materials payable on the day to the tutor.

Tutor - Jackie Ginley

Having recently left full time employment  Jackie now indulges her passion for all things craft. In the past she has been a toy maker and a hobby ceramics teacher.  She has a great deal of experience in teaching her crafts to adults and regularly sells at craft fayres.

All courses     9.30—4.30

Painterly techniques in polymer clay                         24/25 July

UNLEASH YOUR INNER CREATIVITY WITH THIS AMAZING CRAFT. SPACES AVAILABLE

Polymer clay is a malleable material that is baked in a domestic oven.  Immerse yourself in two days of playing with colour effects and inks on polymer clay.  We will use two different techniques and two types of ink to experiment with painterly effects before creating beads, buttons or small decorative items of your choice for your home projects such as cards and pictures.  Full step-by-step demonstration will be provided, along with a printed handout.  Suitable for beginners and improvers.     Approximate cost of materials: £8.

Tutor - Sally Boehme

Sally has worked in beads and polymer clay for over 25 years and taught for 11 years at venues nationally.  Her work has been published in Vogue, Beadwork, Bead, WI Life and Making Jewellery magazines.  She also runs workshops at her home studio in rural Herefordshire, sells her pieces through several galleries and works to commission.   ( info@sallyboehme.co.uk, www,sallyboehme.co.uk) 

Rope bowls  - Wondrous ways with Rope                     26 July

LEARN THIS EXCITING NEW CRAFT AND MAKE PRESENTS FOR YOUR FRIENDS. SPACES AVAILABLE.

  Using different ropes and decorative thread/yarn you will learn the techniques of how to make bowls, coasters,  and many other items which can be further embellished with beads/wooden rings etc.  We will aim to finish up to 2 beautiful pieces to take home and hopefully inspire you to practise and experiment with  this lovely craft in the future. The tutor will make a small charge for materials used. 

 Tutor - Sue Cheviot

has been an avid arts and crafter from a very early age, and loves to share and teach the uplifting experience of making beautiful hand crafted items to people of all abilities. She is willing to have a go at most crafts and regularly sells her work at various craft fayres in Gloucestershire.

Screen printing on polymer clay                                   26 July

AMAZING WHAT YOU CAN MAKE WITH POLYMER CLAY. SPACES AVAILABLE.

Polymer clay is a malleable material that is baked in a domestic oven.  Available in a rainbow of colours, it can be mixed and blended to create beautiful effects.  This workshop will show you how to screen print designs on polymer clay and embellish with metal leaf and pigments to create beads, buttons, coasters, jewellery and pictures, in fact any small flat item.  This workshop will introduce novices to the marvels of polymer clay and develop the skills of those already familiar with its addictive qualities!  Full step-by-step demonstration will be provided, along with a printed handout.  Suitable for beginners and improvers.  Approximate cost of materials: £8

Tutor - Sally Boehme

Sally has worked in beads and polymer clay for over 25 years and taught for 11 years at  venues nationally.  Her work has been published in Vogue, Beadwork, Bead, WI Life and Making Jewellery magazines.  She also runs workshops at her home studio in rural Herefordshire, sells her pieces through several galleries and works to commission.( info@sallyboehme.co.uk, www,sallyboehme.co.uk) 

Silk painting                                                  24/25 July

1 SPACE ONLY LEFT.  IT'S GOT YOUR NAME ON IT. BOOK NOW.

Silk painting offers the chance to blend colours effortlessly on a wonderfully responsive surface. Attractive textural effects can also be produced using watermarking and salt. Novices and practiced painters in other mediums can enjoy this popular technique with a view to producing paintings for both wall art, interior design, fashion and scarves. It is a very forgiving medium and  incredibly versatile in terms of style. It can be as exacting or relaxed as the mood takes you, with endless choices for inspiration be they figurative, representational or abstract.

Tutor -  Mary Day

Is a textile artist specialising in all things silk. She trained in embroidery and design at Loughborough College of Art and Design and in adult teaching at Nottingham University. She subsequently specialised in silk painting with embroidery, and has taught in local education authority classes, in residential colleges and, since 1985, in her own studio in Chipping Campden.

Stitched fabric effect on polymer clay                         27 July

LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. BOOK NOW.

Polymer clay is a malleable material available in a rainbow of (mixable) colours that is cured in a domestic oven.  You will learn how to use this versatile material to create an effect imitating frayed or stitched fabric (I have been told it looks like both!).  Creating a blend of colours, this effect can be used to create flat, spiral pieces for jewellery, card decorations, buttons and more or to cover beads.  The effect can also be smoothed to provide a painterly texture.  Experiment with colour, shapes and sizes that will be unique!  Full, step-by-step demonstration will be provided, along with a printed handout.  Suitable for beginners and improvers.  Approximate cost of materials: £8.

Tutor - Sally Boehme

Sally has worked in beads and polymer clay for over 25 years and taught for 11 years at venues nationally.  Her work has been published in Vogue, Beadwork, Bead, WI Life and Making Jewellery magazines.  She also runs workshops at her home studio in rural Herefordshire, sells her pieces through several galleries and works to commission.( info@sallyboehme.co.uk, www,sallyboehme.co.uk) 

Watercolour     - unleash your creativity                  5 days

SORRY course is fully booked. Please have a look at the other courses.

Dive into the fantastic world of watercolour with all it's intriguing and inspiring possibilities! On this five day course we shall investigate the many different ways of using watercolour to express yourself and enjoy your art. We'll look at papers and different brushes, pens, watercolour pencils and other tools with which to explore our creativity. From basic composition and design choices to colour, tone and how to create interesting textures. Working through basic washes to more complex use of specialist watercolours, watercolour pens and pure pigments, we'll also look at how to combine watercolour with other mediums. Suitable for beginners and those looking to refresh their knowledge or learn new techniques. Although the ideal would be to attend all five days, as we shall be moving towards more advanced techniques as the week progresses, for those that can't manage every day it would be best if students who have little knowledge of watercolour come on the first day(s).

Please bring any watercolour materials that you use. Paints, brushes, pens and paper will all be available to use at a cost of £10 per student.

Tutor - Jackie Cox

Jackie became a freelance artist in 1984 and since then has had many successful exhibitions in the UK, Germany and the USA. As well as regular local art classes, she also does demonstrations and workshops, both here and abroad.

Ying & yang side -to -side leather book  binding           27/28 July

ONE SPACE LEFT. MAKE SURE YOU DON'T MISS OUT. BOOK NOW.

During this workshop you will create a beautiful quirky book structure based on historical binding from 18-19th century and being inspired by the idea of yin and yang, moon and sun, darkness and light. Suitable for all levels of abilities.

Tutor -  Anna Yevtukh-Squire

Anna is a member of the Society of Bookbinders, Designer Bookbinders and the local Guild of Designer Craftsmen, Anna studied art and bookbinding in Ukraine and has been utilizing these skills to build her handmade books since 1998. Anna has been teaching bookbinding and creative bookmaking workshops across the country and regular classes at Malvern Hills  College for more than 10 years.

Willow   -   Basket Making                              24/25/26 July

A FEW SPACES AVAILABLE. MAKE ONE OF THEM YOURS. BOOK NOW.

Learn to use Willow to create a little Magic. At the beginning of this three day course we will have bundles of Wet willow Rods, and by the end of the three days you could be walking out with a basket over your arm. You will learn how to construct a basket around a round base. A shopper with a handle, an Apple Picker's basket, a nest of three willow platters, an Ali Baba, a Log basket or an Umbrella Basket....

For those who have already worked a little with Willow, may I introduce you to the French Oval Base. Extending your range of possibilities....

We will be using a range of willows grown in Somerset. Buff, brown and steamed and also possibly Dicky Meadows and Flaunders Red. There will be a charge for materials to the tutor.     Warning- Willow can be very addictive...

Tutor - Helen Lomberg

has been a tutor for about 20 years, regularly teaching for Waterperry Gardens, The Women's Farm and garden association, Nature in Art and Highgrove. In 2010 she set up the Gloucestershire Arts and Crafts Centre in Gloucester, where she teaches 4 times a week.

Woodcarving                                            5 DAYS

LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. BOOK NOW. ONCE LEARNT YOU WILL NEVER LOOK AT WOOD IN THE SAME WAY! 

Come along and learn this exciting craft. Wood carving is a form of woodworking  by means of a cutting tool (knife) in one hand or a chisel by two hands or with one hand on a chisel and one hand on a mallet, resulting in a wooden figure or  wall plaque. Sebastian will teach you about tools, woods, practice how to properly hold the tools and how to use them. You will be able to make either a flower plaque or a wood spirit. All tools will be provided and there will be a charge for materials to the tutor on the day. Working with wood is a wonderful experience. Unleash your inner carvings.

Tutor—Sebastian Burchart

started  wood carving in 2014 due to arthritis and become not only the best exercise for his hands but unleashed his amazing talent for working  with wood.. Since then he has never stopped.

He attends shows to demonstrate his skills  and is  member of the Wood Carvers Association formally (British Wood Carvers Association ) since 2016 .  He regularly teaches new members of the Association . He runs his own Etsy shop and sells his carvings all over the world.

Raffle   Our ever popular raffle will take place on Thursday 27th July.      Tickets will cost £1 and will be available until the draw takes place.     Donations of prizes will be most welcome. The draw will take place during the afternoon and prizes can be collected at home time.

The Marketplace   comprises of a 5 day Arts and Crafts sale, where Tutors and students have the opportunity to sell their own original creations. This takes place in the main foyer. We  always have an amazing diversity of goods on sale. If you would like to sell your wares, bring them along with a price list and we will do the rest. 10% of the cost of the items sold goes towards GACG funds.

Art shops

We have the ARTWAY ltd shop back again.  They will be in on Tuesday 25th July– all day. For those of you have never seen them before, they sell an amazing variety of art and craft materials at very competitive prices, including wonderful books. They also sell items that you never kniew you needed, but  must have them—or so I find.

Also Nicky Artworks, another blast from the past. Will be selling art materials on Thursday 27th July. It is  lovely to have her back again.

We are introducing a new initiative this year. The New Beginnings table. We are asking for donations from students and tutors,  of unfinished art and craft projects, materials , equipment, books, instructions etc, that you have no desire to complete and are just taking up space. We will then sell them to add to our funds. We already have, wool, tile paints, Jewellery findings, embroidery stand, knitting patterns to name but  a few.  Please bring any items you have and leave at the front desk. Also cash to purchase items that you can give new beginning to. 

Your elected committee

 Gill Webb - Chairman,   Summer School Co-ordinator and Online editor 

gilly8080@blueyonder.co.uk - 01452531744

 Phil Shipley - Treasurer and Membership Secretary    

phil@philshipleychairs.co.uk - 01452 617546

 Catherine Askew -Assistant to the Summer School  Co-ordinator and minutes secretary

Sue Cheviot - One Day Workshops co-ordinator

Kate Smith

Bev Allen

Nigel Ginley

Carol Blackburn

Joyce Barrus

Gloucester Arts and Crafts Group

  The first Summer School was held at St. Peter's High School and later Beaufort Community School.  Since 2015 we have been at  Newent Community School, Gloucestershire. We have charitable status, (Reg Charity No 1069039) and because we keep our overheads low  our courses are excellent value for money,  although the quality of what we offer is exceptionally high.  Course  fees covers expert tuition, use of some specialist tools, all meals, drinks and refreshments.  Materials  can be supplied by the tutor payable to them  on the day. The organisation is carried out by volunteers, who do it to give others the chance of enjoying arts and crafts. All courses are taught by experienced tutors, artists in their own right. Classes are open to adults. 

On average, we offer 25 different courses at Summer School, most but not all, for the full five days.  Because we are a non-profit making organisation, we are able to offer courses that are truly excellent value for money, run by experienced tutors who are    accomplished artists in their own right.

Although the Summer School is our main event, we do have other activities including two one-day workshops in spring and autumn. These workshops are held at Maidenhill School, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire.

 A lot of our students are members of the group, but non-members are equally welcome.  Members receive early information about the Group’s activities, two weeks booking priority over non-members by receiving the brochure early , £5 discount for the One Day Workshops, invitation to AGM– with visiting speaker and a newsletter.

If you would like to join us the information and forms are on our website.

www.spanglefish.com/gloucesterartsandcrafts

We would like to thank the Headteacher, All staff and Governors of Newent Community School for making the Summer School possible.