Improvers workshop- winter & xmas design
This 3- session workshop will build on the skills acquired in the beginners course. It will focus on refining techniques & design styles, and adapting them to suit different events such as parties and corporate events with a festive and seasonal theme. Using a contemporary colour palette, you also will incorporate appropriate props and other accessories into your work- and you will continue to develop additional freelance business skills and knowledge, including profitable design costing
Course fees
Or call us: Call this number: 020 8314 3300
Monday - Friday 10am-3pm
How to enrol
After you’ve chosen which course you want to do, you need to enrol. You should enrol before the course starts to make sure you get a place.
You can enrol up to three weeks after the start date if there are spaces available.
Enrolment
You can enrol online for most courses on the course page.
Phone: 020 8314 3300
Monday to Friday: 10am-3pm
Evening and Saturday mornings:
Phone: 020 8314 3300
Monday to Thursday: 4.30-7.30pm
Saturday: 9am-1pm
For enrolments during term time only.
You can also enrol in person at any one of our adult learning centres.
We can only accept debit or credit card payments.
Requirements
If this is your first enrolment you’ll need to provide proof of identity. We will accept a photo of one of the following:
- passport
- driving licence
- national ID card
- birth or adoption certificate
- National Insurance card
- credit or debit card
- recent utility bills or bank statements
- Freedom Pass
How to enrol if you get reduced fees
Find out whether you’re entitled to reduced fees when paying for your course.
If you’re entitled to reduced fees, you can enrol online, but you’ll need to pay for the course then claim a partial refund – you can do so by sending copies of any benefits you’ve claimed in the last three months to adultlearning@lewisham.gov.uk.
Improvers workshop- winter & xmas design
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Learning aims
- Construct balloon installations to a professional standard
- Explore and interpret themes for different events
- Explore how to incorporate props and accessories into your work
- To be able to cost a completed design, for potential future commercial use.
What prior knowledge do I need
This workshop is not suitable for complete beginners - please do not enrol onto it if you have not already attended a recent beginners level course
What teaching methods
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the course which will include the following: Demonstration - both group and individual, one to one tuition, group work, assessment of progress, observation, discussion / question and answer sessions.
What assessment methods
The course tutor will use a range of methods to assess progress on the course. These may include: Observation, discussion, group and one to one evaluation of your work, and question and answer sessions.
Extra work
Extra work between sessions is not essential but will enable learners to practice techniques.
Materials needed
All materials will be provided for each session, and the cost of these is include in the course fee. As the course progresses, you may wish to build your own basic essential toolkit and this will be invaluable if you want to begin to work privately- the tutor will discuss this with you during the sessions.
What to bring
As this is a practical class please wear suitable clothing & footwear. Please bring your scissors and a notebook and pen and a camera/phone will also be useful for recording design ideas & techniques, or for photographing your work to build a portfolio.
After completion
The department also offers a wide variety of courses in related areas of Floristry & Balloon Decoration, and at different levels from beginners/improvers through to more advanced skills. These can help to build a skills set that can be beneficial if you are considering a career in the industry. Information about all of these courses is available through the Tutor, Curriculum Leader or the Adult Learning Lewisham online programme.
Contact details
Sarah Gursoy-Heuser
Curriculum Leader for: Textiles and Floral Design
Phone:
0208 314 7309
Email:
sarah.gursoyheuser@lewisham.gov.uk