This course is suitable for all levels of competency and there is no sewing required.

In this small group class, Justyna from ‘Addicted to Patterns’ studio will guide you through each of the steps at a gentle pace, ensuring you have all the time and support needed to create a beautiful 25cm diameter lampshade.

This workshop will help you to understand the art of hand decoration, by experimenting with a variety of basic printing methods, such as cut-out paper stencils and silk-screen technique.

During the workshop, you will explore mark-making, and you will experiment with forms and colours which will reflect the botanical inspiration. We will talk about the composition and create a unique repeat pattern for a lampshade of 25cm diameter.

You will develop the technical knowledge and skills required to prepare the design for print and explore various techniques of how to apply patterns to a lampshade decoration.

You will practise skills to develop your confidence in handling materials and equipment while creating images and developing them into surface decoration.

Included

On this course the tutor will supply most of the materials, including lampshade ring sets, backing film, fabrics, printing medium and lampshade making tape.

On this course the College will supply some of the materials, including rulers, scissors, scalpels, card (200gsm) cutting mats, paint mixing trays and masking tape.

What students need to bring

• An apron
• Pencils
• A selection of paintbrushes
• 3-4 tubes of acrylic paint (colours of your choice)
• Botanical inspiration
• Colour palette references

Additional information

Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).

Daily Timetable

Course teaching: 11am–5.15pm
Students arrive: 10.30am-11am (coffee optional)  
Morning teaching: 11am-1pm
Lunch break: 1pm-2pm (lunch is not included)
Afternoon teaching: 2pm-5.15pm (15 minute break, 3.30pm–3.45pm)
Teaching finishes: 5.15pm  
 

Short courses are open to anyone aged 18 and over. The course fee covers tuition and materials where stated. You will need to bring all other items listed under the ‘Materials to bring’ section.

Refreshments Coffee and tea are included in the course fee, but you will need to bring lunch with you to eat in the refreshments room. There are also plenty of other local venues to purchase food.

Access If you have any specific access needs, we will need to know about your access requirements in advance. Please tell us about your needs in confidence by emailing: [email protected]

This venue has steps to the front reception, with limited access via a side gate to the ground floor. There is a small lift to higher floors or stairs.

Safety Short course students are required to sign a safety compliance form as part of West Dean Health and Safety regulations.

Refunds and cancellations Please refer to our terms & conditions below

Disclaimer The information given is accurate at the time of publication. However, West Dean College reserves the right to cancel or amend courses if circumstances require.

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