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Gain knowledge of basic pattern making for stretch garments and cutting and assembling the garments. You will learn how to operate the industrial overlockers and straight sewers that you will use to assemble your garments. During the course you will make 3 skirts of different styles and 3 tee-shirts of different designs that will team with each other or mix and match. Time permitting; you will be able to make a free choice outfit using the skills gained throughout the course.

Entry Requirements

No previous experience needed

Student Instructions

NB: Covered / flat shoes MUST be worn.
Which fabric to bring will be discussed at the first class.
Please also bring:

• Pencil, pen, notepaper, ruler, eraser
• Pins
• Un-picker
• Tape measure
• Scissors for cutting paper
• Scissors for cutting fabric

Topics

Use of industrial overlockers,
Patternmaking for 3 skirt styles and 3 t-shirt styles
Sewing the above mentioned items.

Career Prospects

This short course could encourage students to increase on this knowledge by attending further courses, perhaps even enrol in the full time course: certificate 4 in applied fashion design and technology. Also making and selling clothing at local markets is a possibility.

Delivery Style

Through demonstration, step by step instruction and personal assistance.

Outcomes

Students will have learnt
Basic knowledge of industrial machinery operation
Basic patternmaking skills for stretch
Basic garment assembly skills for stretch

Been thinking about it? Well, Judy will show you that it is never too late to start to paint. Students will learn about stretching paper, brushes, mixing paints, flat and graded washes, wet-in-wet, wet on dry, textures, glazing and other techniques. Judy’s extraordinary versatility and total fascination for dramatic effects will show you how to use colour and light to develop your paintings. Her enthusiastic and innovative approach to painting techniques will stimulate and inspire you and bring to life her philosophy that art is a shared experience. So, if you’ve felt the urge but haven’t taken that all important first step, here is your chance to join with others in the same position and do something which can change your life.

Entry Requirements

none although you will need to bring the materials listed

Student Instructions

MATERIAL LIST

REFERENCE MATERIAL: Please bring photographs of landscapes/seascapes, boat scenes (reflections), rocks, flowers, (close ups, Underwater life, Venetian Masks etc)

Please try to get materials suggested (Beware, some art stores will sell anything to beginners) these are the basic requirements.

PAINTS: For those who already have paints, bring what you have, for those just starting I recommend that you invest in ARTISTS’ quality paints: Lemon Yellow, New Gamboge, Raw Sienna, Burnt Sienna, Scarlet Red, Alizarin Crimson, Ultramarine Blue, & Pthalo Blue or Prussian Blue

BRUSHES: 1 x large hake wash brush or No. 12 Squirrel Mop(flat with point), Art Basics or Neef Brands, 1 x No.8 Round Soft Taklon, 1 x No.2 Taklon Rigor, 1 x ¾” flat taklon, & one small cheap taklon brush for masking.

PALLET: 1 x Deep- welled pallet with large wash area (Richeson is a good brand) to keep expenses down just bring some white plastic plates and small mixing containers.

PAPER: 1 x sheet Arches or Saunders 185gm Medium Cold Pressed and 1 x sheet Arches or Saunders 300gm Medium Cold Pressed

MISC: *water spray bottle, *Rag or toweling, *Piece of white candle, *Removable Masking Fluid (W&N), & Masking rubber, A4 Acid Free Sketch Book, 4B Pencil, & Kneadable Rubber, *A board approx 45cm x 55cm to rest your paper on, *Roll masking tape *And lots of enthusiasm!

NB This can be an expensive exercise for students starting out for the very first time not knowing whether or not you wish to continue, Judy can offer the beginner a “Beginners Kit” at a non- profit cost of $75.00. You will still need to bring items on MISC list marked * that won’t be included in kit. Please inform Judy if you want to purchase one so she can have it ready for you on the day.

Any queries regarding materials please don’t hesitate to contact Judy on her email address judyzart@tpg.com.au.

Topics

stretching paper
brushes
mixing paints
flat and graded washes
wet-in-wet and wet on dry painting
textures, glazing and other techniques

Career Prospects

n/a

Delivery Style

demonstration and hands on

Outcomes

Learn from one of the Gold Coast’s most popular artist/teacher the basics of achieving success in watercolour

Learn to play the guitar in a fun and relaxed environment. You will learn the basic playing of the guitar and gain an understanding of tablature and chord shapes. No musical knowledge required.

Entry Requirements

You must bring a guitar

Student Instructions

Bring a guitar, tuner, spare strings, a pen and a good sense of humour

Topics

Chords, Scales, Tablature

Career Prospects

Not applicable

Delivery Style

Teacher presentation and very hands-on

Outcomes

The student will be able to play and understand guitar after the course as long as they practice.

Photography today is firmly established as both an art form and an essential tool in communication. If you already know how to operate your camera and are comfortable with your knowledge of most of its functions, this is the course you are looking for.
Whether you take photos for pleasure or want a career, Christine will teach you to get your camera off autopilot and get the most out of your Digital SLR. A quick grounding in the basics and legal issues is followed by practical use of your camera in a day shoot with a special subject and a night shoot in her own secret Gold Coast location.
You can expect homework every week followed by plenty of discussion about your own photos. Camera accessories, such as tripod, flash and extra lenses are an advantage. A creative and inspiring work environment that is very hands on. Learn how to put that “wow” factor into your digital photos.

Entry Requirements

Students of any age can participate – all you need to display is an enthusiasm for photography and the desire to learn. You must have an Digital SLR camera with memory card and knowledge of basic camera operation. Camera accessories such as tripod, flash and lenses are an advantage.

Student Instructions

Digital SLR camera. A pen and pad for note taking.

Topics

Learn how to use every feature on your DSLR. Learn about lenses, Shutters Aperture ISO and their relationships. Discover creative depth of field, Composition, Tips and Techniques, Lighting and Presentation.

Career Prospects

A stepping stone to a photography career, further studies or as an interest.

Delivery Style

Classroom based lessons and on locations shoots. One daytime shoot (will discuss with students time and day which suit). Casual and open discussions on all topics. Camera and creativity must always be present.

Outcomes

A better understanding of photography and your camera. The ability to change your snapshot into 1000 words. Your just a click away from learning how the professionals take an amazing pic after another.

A student quote . . . I enjoyed everything, the interaction between student and teacher is great. Locations shoots are awesome and it was comfortable to ask questions – G. Smyth

A student quote . . . What did I enjoy about the course? Everything! Christine was very informative and fun! The photo shoots were loads of fun as well. – H. Bray

If you need to learn all about your SLR or SLR-style camera, this is the course for you. You will learn all about basic photography theory, including operating the essential dials, knobs and buttons of your Digital Single lens Reflex (SLR) and SLR style cameras, and the effects you get by using them. Practical use of your camera is included, with three location shoots and a basic session on studio lighting.

Entry Requirements

Own a Digital SLR camera – SLR cameras have interchangeable lenses. They are the bigger, professional-looking cameras, with lots of features, functions and buttons. SLR ‘style’ cameras look similar, but are smaller and don’t have interchangeable lenses.Have basic computer knowledge for camera/computer connection and file downloading.

Student Instructions

Please bring your digital camera, your camera manual and a pen/paper for note taking.

Topics

This course teaches you all about your digital camera.
Week 1 Introduction to the Camera, its functions and accessories.

• Batteries – charging and use
• Memory cards – types, formatting
• Types of SLR cameras – pros and cons
• Holding your camera to minimise blurry images and correct orientation
• Functions (symbols & buttons) and their operation and purpose
• Menu Functions and selection

Week 2 Introduction to Exposure and Camera Settings

• How and when to use A, P, Av, Tv, M and B

Week 3 Downloading, Renaming and Software Options

• USB cables and USB card readers/writers
• File types -jpg, RAW, TIFF, PSD and others
• Metadata – what’s it mean?
• Renaming your files to something useful – Batch renaming.
• Common problems with your photos – their cause and remedies
• Software programmes (Picasa) and choices
• Composition – an introduction

Week 4 Principles of Colour/Light

• White Balance/colour temperature

Menu/symbols/settings

• Colour space (sRGB AdobeRGB)

Week 5 Practical application – Photoshoot (Location to be advised/discussed)

• Possible locations

-beach – early morning/sunrise (landscape/scenery/macro)
-Broadwater – day/sunset (landscape/scenery/people)
-Broadwater or Botanic Gardens – day (landscape/scenery/people/macro)

Week 6 Photo Shoot

• On Location (to be advised – see as per Week 5)

Week 7 Photo Shoot

• On Location (to be advised – see as per Week 5)

Week 8 Revision – settings for different subjects

• Review – Discussion on various camera settings to maximise results when photographing different subjects in different locations and lighting situations.

Delivery Style

Four-six classroom based lessons and two-four outdoor practical sessions. This will be discussed at the first class.

Outcomes

Students will have a better understanding of their camera, its controls and when to use them to obtain better images.

If you have any digital camera at all and your main concern is to be able to produce photos that continually blow people’s minds, this is the course for you.
It is not about your camera, but about what you and your camera can produce. It covers composition, shooting techniques, movement, lighting and style. You will learn the important skill of how to critique your own photos. It is very interactive with photographic homework every week – all aimed at instilling the right habits so you can consistently take photos that anyone would be proud to hang on their walls.

Entry Requirements

This course is not about your camera, but about what you and your camera can produce. You will need a camera you are familiar with and basic computer knowledge for camera/computer connection and file downloading and transmission via the Internet. Film camera users must be able to get their prints scanned for Internet transmission.

Student Instructions

You will need a camera, the ability to devote time outside the classroom for photography and a pen for prolific note-taking.

Topics

Comprehensive coverage of the three “Cs” – Composition, Creativity and Critiques of your own and fellow students’ photographs. A highly interactive series with students required to make good use of their cameras between lessons.

Career Prospects

Although this is a hobby course, it covers many basic skills required by those intending to become professional photographers and during and following this course you can produce photographs for an impressive portfolio.

Delivery Style

Classroom delivery with student’s photos displayed with an overhead projector.

Outcomes

Take photos of which you can be proud, photos that impress others, photos that provoke discussion by viewers and photos that people are prepared to buy. If you only think you enjoy photography now, when you finish this course you should know you enjoy it.

A student quote . . . I enjoyed the opportunity to apply learning and get feedback. I would like to say thank you, this course has given me a new perspective and helped me through a difficult personal experience. I enjoyed the challenge of learning a creative skill. – name withheld – name withheld

A student quote . . . Don, you must be so proud of me now.......I have enrolled into Bachelor of Communication at Grrifith Uni, and I am studying News and Magazine Photography major, and Communication and Media major! Your class inspired me so much and made me want to study more and more seriously. I used to be a writer in Japan, but I have never thought I can do that sort of job in English. However, you made me realise that I can express myself by photo-journalism, because your class was so inspiring and fun, and taught us a joy of photography. I really appreciate it, Don. – Yoko L

Would you like to find out if you could cut it as an actor on the stage or screen? Then here’s your chance! Acting for Stage and Screen is a 10 week course that will take you on a journey where you’ll perform scenes and monologues, learn how to improvise, and engage an audience like a pro.

Entry requirements:

nil

Student instructions

Wear comfortable clothing and bring water and something to eat

Topics

Focus and relaxation, Voice training, Script analysis, Improvisation, Scene work, Monologues and The Method

Career Prospects:

That’s up to you!

Outcomes

By the end of the course, students would have experienced the scope of what it takes to be actor performing for audiences on the stage or screen. Acting for Stage and Screen is a precursor to further certificate based accredited study in acting and performance at Gold Coast Institute of TAFE.

Gain more advanced pattern making skills for stretch garments. You will cut and assemble these garments. Make five garments comprising tights, tracksuits, skivvies, hoodie and one garment of your choice that will team with each other to mix and match.

Entry Requirements

Completion of the Basics patternmaking and sewing course or equivalent knowledge required.

Student Instructions

NB: Covered / flat shoes MUST be worn. Please bring pencil, ruler, eraser, tape measure and scissors (to cut paper). You will also need to purchase the fabric required each week.

Topics

Patternmaking for 5 garments. Making the above mentioned items.

Career Prospects

This short course could encourage students to increase on this knowledge by attending further courses, perhaps even enrol in the full time course: certificate 4 in applied fashion design and technology. Also making and selling clothing at local markets is a possibility.

Delivery Style

Through demonstration, step by step instruction and personal assistance.

Outcomes

Students will have learnt
More advanced patternmaking skills for stretch
More advanced garment assembly skills for stretch

This is a practical, hands-on course that will enable a beginner to create water features right from the start. You will learn how to install pumps, pipes and the all-important final touch.

Entry Requirements

none

Student Instructions

tba

Topics

tba

Career Prospects

n/a

Delivery Style

Hands on with demonstration by teacher. You will build your own water feature in a style that is your own creation guided by an experienced local artist.

Outcomes

At the completion of this course you will have a fully functioning water feature for your garden

Do you know a chocolate addict??!! Mother’s day, birthdays and holidays present a great opportunity to create your own specially made bouquet of chocolates for the chocolate lover in your life, here’s how to please their sweet tooth as well as their eyes. Friends also realize that you had to put some time into making the gift, and to me, homemade with precious time equals a little extra love!

Entry Requirements

None

Student Instructions

Things You’ll Need

• Ferrero Rocher Chocolates (as shown) or any other chocolates, eg: mini mars bars etc
• Colorful tissue paper depending on the holiday or occasion, and colored cellophane
• Mini floral Cardboard box or ceramic container
• Long thin sticks, lightweight skewers.
• Sticky tape
• Scissors
• Colorful ribbon or any decoration
• Oasis (a hard foam used by florists to hold flower stems in position)
• Ribbons
• Wire coat hanger
• String
• Candies in wrappers, 2–3 bags

Delivery Style

Hands on

Please call Julia rose on 0439 894 737 for any other items needed for the class.