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Art - Drawing & painting

To develop the potential which everyone has to draw well from observation. To teach methods of drawing which are useful for oil painting and others which relate to water colour painting. To learn oil, acrylic, gouache and water colour techniques and make finished paintings in these media.

Art - Impressionism and its techniques

This workshop can be completed in oils or acrylics and will explore the use of bright, broken strokes of colour to create the effects of sunshine and weather which impressionists so skilfully conveyed. We’ll look at key paintings in the history of the movement, and adapt the techniques used to create our own Impressionist inspired paintings. Local Pembrokeshire scenes will form a basis for the course, with members free to use their own pictures and sketches for the work produced. Participants are required to supply their own materials and although not mandatory have some knowledge of representational landscape painting.

Art - Mastering portraits

This workshop will cover the basics of portraiture, the importance of drawing, and bringing these skills to bear in effective portrait work.

Art - Observation & developing creativity

Discover ways of drawing and painting, initially from observation; how to develop your work from these starting points through experimenting with materials and technique, including collage and simple print. A relaxed atmosphere where you will be able to learn helpful techniques and ways develop your own creative path.

Art - Oil painting

This course is for those who wish to learn about oil painting. The subjects covered include: materials, preparing the paper, masses, values, light & shadow, atmospheric perspective, colour theory and composition. During the first term the subject matter will be still life, the second term will cover portraits and the final term landscapes. It is advisable to attend all three terms to have the full benefit of this course, but not essential if you have prior experience.

Art - Oil Painting - Abstraction

This ten week course introduces Fun as Method, a practice based exploration of how creativity emerges through curiosity, experimentation and openness. Participants engage with new materials, diverse tools and expanded approaches to colour while considering the value of working in series and embracing play, risk and imperfection. Through slowing down and paying attention to process, they uncover fresh insights into their artistic habits and potential. By the end of the course, participants often experience a renewed sense of possibility and a more liberated, joyful way of working.

Art - Oil painting - Rembrandt and Velasquez

This workshop explores the dramatic contrast of light and dark and dynamic figure compositions based on the great painters' work. Learners will choose from several examples of the artists' work and will be guided through some basic principles around the techniques used.

Canva

This is a 5 week introductory course to how use the Canva website. You will be guided through setting up a free account and to using some of the many elements of the programme.

Creative writing

This course is designed to develop skills and confidence in creative writing. Poetry, short story writing, the novel, script writing and all aspects of fiction and non-fiction writing may be studied.

Emergency Paediatric First Aid

QA Level 3 award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid. Some of the topics covered will be CPR; choking; seizures; minor injuries; bleeding

Microsoft Office skills

Suitable for those who have limited computer skills or have completed an introductory IT course. This accredited course develops practical Microsoft Office skills.

Microsoft Office skills - Level 2

Ideal for learners who have completed Level 1 or want to improve IT skills. Learn document sharing, collaborative working, spreadsheets, and presentations using Microsoft Office. Gain a recognised accreditation to support job searching, career development, or returning to work.

Personal Licencing

This accredited qualification is ideal for those working in or preparing to work in any industry that involves the retail sale of alcohol. It is a requirement for anyone who wishes to hold a personal licence. This qualification covers the main requirements of the Licensing Act 2003 and the legal responsibilities of a personal licence holder. Anyone wishing to sell or authorise the sale of alcohol by retail on licensed premises must hold a personal licence. Subjects covered include purpose and period of validity of a personal licence, the application process and legal duties of a personal licence and licensing law.

Photography - A focus on beginners

Ideal for people who have bought a digital camera and would like to learn the basics. This course is aimed at beginners and is designed to give students a comprehensive overview of basic photography, covering the basic elements of photography from lighting to composition and finding your way around the camera menus in order to give you the best experience. Learners should have their own DSLR camera in which they can change the settings and perhaps change lenses and compatible memory cards.

Photography - Developing further skills

Ideal for people who have completed the ‘Photography - A focus on beginners’ course or for people who are already familiar with the basic elements of photography, lighting, composition and camera menus. This course is the next step in developing further photographic skills. The course focusses on taking better pictures and learning more about composition. Learners must have their own digital camera and compatible memory cards.

Photography - Taking better pictures

This course is designed to give students a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals in photography. Aimed at both film and digital photographers these interactive sessions cover everything from lighting and composition to new digital photographic techniques.

Photoshop Elements - introduction

This course is an introduction to using Photoshop Elements and is suitable for those who have not worked with images before

Pilates

Pilates improves posture, tones the body and improves flexibility. This is a gentle form of exercise working on the central core of the body.

Pilates - Stretch and flex

Would you like to feel more flexible? Would you like to improve posture, balance and co-ordination and improve strength in your back and abdominal muscles? 'Stretch & Flex' is a gentle low-impact Pilates-based class for all age-groups using focussed breathing techniques to support the exercises; this brings the added benefit of increased lung capacity, increased body-awareness and lowering of stress levels.

Singing - progression level

Challenge yourself to sing in harmony from musical notation in a fun and relaxed environment. Join other singers learning to sing in harmony from music - notated score.

Smartphones and Tablets

This course will show you how to use a smartphone or tablet confidently. You will learn to download and use apps, books and games, browse the web, and send and receive emails. It also covers protecting privacy, using security settings and keeping your device and information safe.

Yogalates

Discover a balanced blend of Yoga and Pilates designed to build strength, improve flexibility, and enhance overall wellbeing.