ART & CRAFT

Painting a Diptych
​(2 Canvases)
Sat 17 Sept, 9am-2.30pm, 1 day, $125
Extend your creativity in another direction!  This workshop offers you something totally different from a traditional painting which uses one regular canvas.  Create one picture which is developed over two canvases, assembling them as a Diptych.  This is a well-known idea in contemporary art where artists use a various number of canvases to make one composition.  This can create unusual effects with strong visual division between parts of the painting.  These two canvases can be placed close to each other, or distanced. In this workshop you will create your own contemporary diptych, painting one picture divided in two parts on two canvases.  You will be guided by our tutor, Elena Nikolaeva, through the difficulties this can present and shown easy ways to organise your final two part composition. All materials provided.  
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Course ID: C37
Tutor: Elena Nikolaeva

Mahi Rāranga - Flax Weaving
Nau mai Haere mai! Come along and learn the beautiful art of mahi rāranga with our tutor, Kerrin Taylor.  This is a one day workshop, suitable for absolute beginners as well as those who have done some weaving before.  Learn some basic techniques, harvesting and tikanga. Beginners can expect to complete some small items such as putiputi (flowers) and a small basket (pāro or kono).  Those with some experience will be guided on a project at their level.  Venue is the tutor's studio in Kamo and the kōrari (flax) will be harvested onsite as part of the learning. Participants will have the opportunity to attend further sessions to build on their skills.  All tools provided. Spaces are limited
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​Course ID: C17
Sat 3 Sept, 9am-4pm, 1 day, $50

Course ID: C18
Sat 27 August, 9am-4pm, 1 day, $50

Tutor : Kerrin Taylor

Turning Micro to Macro
Sat 10 Sept, 9am-2.30pm, 1 day $115
The minute world is rather shy.  It surrounds us everywhere, but you need to stop, bend down or even use a magnifying glass to see its beauty. But in our everyday life we have too many distractions and problems to pay attention to the miniscule life around us.  This workshop covers the gap between these two worlds. It will help you to explore the little things around you.  And, as a result of your artistic journey to the small but scenic universe of different scale, you will create a painting of something tiny and beautiful, paying attention to small details, revealing their significance and beauty.  In this one-day workshop you will make a painting on a large canvas depicting an amazing element or elements (a plant, a creature) of this little world, making it visible to all of us.  All materials provided.  
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​Course ID: C36
Tutor: Elena Nikolaeva

Start an Art Journal
Sat 24 Sept, 9am-3.30pm, 1 day $50
Explore the benefits of art journaling. Use your art journal as a means of relaxation, for artistic inspiration, for therapeutic art techniques or to develop your creativity.  Therapeutic art techniques can help ease anxiety and to express feelings you may be struggling to put into words.  Try out a range of fun creative techniques in an artist quality journal you can take home and continue to enjoy.  Not an artist?  You don't need to be, no art experience needed and all materials provided. 

Course ID: C32
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
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Painting a Canterbury Autumn
Sat 20 Aug, 9am-2.30pm, 1 day $115
The South Island is well known for its beautiful autumn colours. Golden, orange, red foliage catches one's eye and creates an amazing patchwork of nature. This workshop offers you an opportunity to explore the Canterbury region at the most beautiful time of the year.  You will paint a landscape in golden colours creating a 'window' to the South Island Fall. This workshop is suitable for students of any level of artistic experience. Our tutor will guide you through the process.  All materials provided.
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Course ID: C35
Tutor: Elena Nikolaeva
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Mosaics:
An Introduction

A messy, creative, FUN weekend! Explore your creative side. Learn about materials, tools, basic skills, gluing and grouting, creative inspiration and finishing touches.  Create a mosaic using tiles, ceramics, glass. No experience necessary.  All materials provided, no extra costs, but you are welcome to bring along your own china and/or glass beads to use in your project.  Visit the gallery page to view work from previous classes. Create your own design or use the examples provided for inspiration.  Our tutor offers a relaxed, friendly environment and will provide support and guidance as you create your very own artwork.  Come along and have some fun!
Course ID: C41
Sat 13 Aug, 9am-4pm and
Sun 14 May, 10am-12.30pm
2 days $125 (materials included)

Course ID: C42
Sat 24 Sept, 9am-4pm and
Sun 25 Sept, 10am-12.30pm
2 days $125 (materials included)

Tutor: AnneMaree Herbert
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Phone: 09-435-0889  |  Location: Wilkinson Ave, Kamo, Whangarei  |  Email: cew@kamohigh.school.nz
 
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