Calligraphy and Craft Workshops - National Federation of Women's Institutes
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The Tutor:
James is a qualified teacher, graduating in 1971.
He has been an adult education tutor over the last fifteen years.
James teaches on a regular basis at Denman College and is an NFWI Travelling Tutor.
In 1998 he became an accredited tutor for CLAS – The Calligraphy Lettering Arts Society. You can therefore expect a high standard of tuition.
James is able to teach a variety of ability levels – absolute beginners, beginners, improvers and intermediates.
James Skinner is an experienced tutor. (At an unannounced inspection of a WI workshop in April 2003 he was given a grade 1 – the highest grade possible).
All workshops are held in a friendly learning environment. James is well known for his enthusiasm, patience and his supportive style of teaching. Students will be provided with prepared guidelines and useful instruction worksheets.
Left handers are especially welcome. Although James is not left handed, he will demonstrate both with his left and right hand as appropriate.
‘ Without exception, everyone was delighted with the whole day. Your teaching was of the highest standard, clear, concise and very interesting. The fact that twelve W.I. members were quiet for all those hours was no mean feat. ’
Marlene Durham, Secretary of Llanblethian W.I. (Calligraphy - A Taster Day, Llanblethian W.I. - September 2004)
Length of workshops:
James is able to provide a variety of workshops:
- full day - preferably Saturday or Sunday, but weekdays by negotiation. Maximum journey time 2 hours.
- weekend
- longer courses of 2 – 3 days
- a series of 3 – 4 one day workshops spread over a longer period
- extended learning - Open College Network (OCN) Level 1 or 2 - x4 one day workshops
Calligraphic scripts taught: Students will have an opportunity of discovering or revising the chosen script.
- Foundation hand - the 'mother hand' of calligraphy which provides a good starting point.
- Uncial - another script which provides a good starting point - especially for left handers.
- Italic - a very popular and attractive script.
- Gothic - sometimes known as 'Blackletter'.
One Day Course - 'An Introduction to Calligraphy' :
What to expect
* confidently and successfully make your first calligraphy marks within 30 minutes,
* learn the correct proportions for certain letters of the script,
* learn how to judge spaces between letters and words,
* write a sentence - possibly in colour, to great effect,
* use tutor prepared worksheets for follow up work at home.
Miscellaneous Topics:
- Success with gilding - work towards a decorated letter using 23.5 carat gold leaf!
- Calligraphy 2 - a follow up workshop to allow for members to revise the script from the first session and then to work on a small project. Aspects of colour and design and layout will be covered in more detail.
If the workshop that you are interested in is not listed, please contact James for further information.
Greeting Cards, Gift Bags and Boxes for special occasions
James introduced this workshop to his repertoire in 2000 and it is very popular. No calligraphy required. Experience the joy of creating and giving your own greeting cards, envelopes, gift bags/boxes and wrapping paper. Your friends will really appreciate your efforts. No previous experience necessary – just come and have fun!!!
If you are interested in this workshop please contact James for a detailed information sheet.
Equipment required:
An information sheet will be sent out to the organiser giving details of the content of the
course, a short list of items to bring and background information about the tutor.
An example of charges for materials (effective from October 2004):
Greeting Cards, Gift Bags and Boxes for special occasions - £2.75
Calligraphy - £3.75, subject to the aspect of calligraphy chosen
Miscellaneous Information:
Maximum numbers:
calligraphy …….…12 - 14 depending upon size of venue
cards etc………….14 - 16 depending upon size of venue
Due to insurance cover – the minimum age is 16.
Suggested outline for the day:
| Session 1 |
10.00 – 11.15 |
followed by morning coffee |
| Session 2 |
11.30 – 12.45 |
followed by lunch |
| Session 3 |
13.15 – 14.30 |
followed by afternoon tea |
| Session 4 |
14.45 – 16.00 |
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This workshop allows for 5 hours tuition. Other timings are available.
Tuition / Travel Fees: on application
Financial Assistance:
a) some County Federations offer financial aid to help with the cost of
putting on a workshop. Contact County Office for further details.
b) lottery funding may be available to help off-set some or all of the costs.
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