C&G Art Foundation for Textiles 14 weeks

Description

Course will run every Thursday 10.00am - 3.00pm, for 14 weeks. September 11th 2025 It is designed for learners who wish to gain skills and knowledge in the basic foundation elements of art to enable them to develop their skills and creativity in textiles, either for career progression in the textiles sector, or for those who simply want to expand their knowledge and skills for personal development. The classes are limited to a very small number of learners to ensure that everyone has enough tutor time. The course will be divided into two units, which between them allow the learner gain the foundation unit credits (7161 - 201/202). Further study of two other units, Textile Decoration (7161-203) and Hand Embroidery (7161-204) available as separate, bookable unit courses in term 2 and 3, will be needed to gain the full Level 2 Certificate. (Credits gained from all four units gain a City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Textiles) You will be working in sketchbooks to collate and develop your ideas. This foundation course will give you the creative underpinning you will need to expand your work with textile art. It looks at the elements common to all forms of art and will give you a solid base to take your work further. 1. 'Developing Design Ideas' involves experimenting with ideas using a range of craft materials, tools and equipment to develop a 3D form using 2D materials. We will look at the fundamental art elements colour, line, texture, shape and form. 2. 'Sampling Techniques for Textile Design' guides you to develop design ideas. and techniques for textile design producing a minimum of 7 design ideas in a style that are suitable for display to a client. Foundation course fee units 201 and 202 - £1330 Most materials are included although learners may wish to purchase more or different materials for their design ideas. Deposit 25% required at the time of booking. Payment plans are available. There is the option to gain the City and Guilds unit accreditation. This requires an addition registration fee of £100 payable at the end of the course and before formal assessment. Parking There is no parking directly at the venue. Two disabled spaces are available to book in advance. Please email admin@southwestartcourses.co.uk to book.