Art and Design

This course is suitable for students aged 19 and over.

During this short course, you will be introduced to various approaches to drawing and painting. You will develop your observational skills, creative thinking, personal visual language and printing processes.

This can be taught at beginner, intermediate or advanced levels, depending on your skills and previous experience of art and design or art history.

When will I start the course and how long will it take?

This course has various start dates throughout the year. You will attend one evening per week and the course will take 8 weeks to complete.

This course will take place at our Town Centre Campus, Water Street, St Helens, WA10 1PP.

What will I study?

Using a wide range of drawing media, you will explore various approaches to objective/measured drawing and to the more exploratory uses of drawing and painting media.

You will then develop your drawing and painting experiments into two small prints using relief printing and/or intaglio printing techniques.

How is it assessed?

There is no formal assessment. You will be given feedback based on your progress with suggestions and guidance for areas for improvement.

Do I need any previous qualifications to start this course?

There are no formal entry requirements. All you need is commitment and enthusiasm.

As with all our leisure courses the main emphasis is to come along and enjoy the course!

What are the course fees?

You may be eligible for Community Learning funding if you have not recently participated in a similar Community Learning programme, or received any other recent government funded training.

There are a number of fee options for this course including:

• If you are unemployed - FREE
• If you are employed - £30
• If you are not eligible for Community Learning - £180

What can I go on to do once I have completed this course?

You may wish to progress on to an accredited qualification in a creative arts subject which will allow you to practice your skills in the industry.

Please note, we have taken our utmost care to describe and show course information as accurately as possible. St Helens College reserves the right to amend, remove and add courses in the future. This information cannot be considered contractual and advertised course fees are subject to change.

This course is suitable for students aged 19 and over.

During this short jewellery course, you will have the opportunity to make your own bespoke jewellery and accessories using semi-precious metals.

This course covers a range of techniques and can be taught at beginner, intermediate or advanced levels, depending on your skills and experience of jewellery making.

When will I start the course and how long will it take?

This course has various start dates throughout the year. You will attend one evening per week and the course will take 8 weeks to complete.

This course will take place at our Town Centre Campus, Water Street, St Helens, WA10 1PP.

What will I study?

During this course, you will learn the art of silversmithing using a variety of techniques, tools and equipment, whilst making items such as rings, pendants, brooches, ear rings, chains etc.

Students with some previous experience of jewellery making will be able to make functional or sculptural objects of their choice working with the tutor to enhance the design making and decorating process.

All students will be able to take their final pieces home with them.

How is it assessed?

There is no formal assessment. You will be given feedback based on your progress with suggestions and guidance for areas for improvement.

As with all our leisure courses the main emphasis is to come along and enjoy the course!

Do I need any previous qualifications to start this course?

There are no formal entry requirements. All you need is commitment and enthusiasm.

What are the course fees?

You may be eligible for Community Learning funding if you have not recently participated in a similar Community Learning programme, or received any other recent government funded training.

There are a number of fee options for this course including:

• If you are unemployed - FREE
• If you are employed - £30
• If you are not eligible for Community Learning - £180

Due to the dramatic rise in the cost of precious metals, students will be expected to order their own silver. Very small quantities can be purchased and delivered, dependent on your designs and budget. The tutor will advise on these details at the start of the course.

What can I go on to do once I have completed this course?

You may wish to progress on to an accredited qualification in a creative arts subject which will allow you to practice your skills in the industry.

Please note, we have taken our utmost care to describe and show course information as accurately as possible. St Helens College reserves the right to amend, remove and add courses in the future. This information cannot be considered contractual and advertised course fees are subject to change.

This course is suitable for students aged 19 and over.

During this course, you will learn how to sew using professional techniques, alongside creating a varied portfolio of sewing samples and finishing techniques.

This short course is all about fun and creativity. You will work with a range of fabrics while focussing on sewing, seams, hems and much more. You will also look at different aspects of sewing and garment construction.

This can be taught at beginner, intermediate or advanced levels, depending on your skills and experience of sewing.

When will I start the course and how long will it take?

This course has various start dates throughout the year. You will attend one evening per week and the course will take 8 weeks to complete.

This course will take place at our Town Centre Campus, Water Street, St Helens, WA10 1PP.

What will I study?

During this course, you will cover the following:

• Create your very own garments
• Undertake simple alterations
• Make home furnishings
• Learn how to use a sewing machine
• Take personal measurements
• Learn how to adapt a pattern to fit
• Learn how to choose suitable fabrics for fashion styles
• Undertake pattern cutting and assembling garments
• Use seams, hems, buttonholes and zips for a professional finish
• Compile a file of samples and information

How is it assessed?

There is no formal assessment. You will be given feedback based on your progress with suggestions and guidance for areas for improvement.

As with all our leisure courses the main emphasis is to come along and enjoy the course!

Do I need any previous qualifications to start this course?

There are no formal entry requirements. All you need is commitment and enthusiasm.

What are the course fees?

You may be eligible for Community Learning funding if you have not recently participated in a similar Community Learning programme, or received any other recent government funded training.

There are a number of fee options for this course including:

• If you are unemployed - FREE
• If you are employed - £30
• If you are not eligible for Community Learning - £180

What can I go on to do once I have completed this course?

You may wish to progress on to an accredited qualification in a creative arts subject which will allow you to practice your skills in the industry.

Please note, we have taken our utmost care to describe and show course information as accurately as possible. St Helens College reserves the right to amend, remove and add courses in the future. This information cannot be considered contractual and advertised course fees are subject to change.