CDU College of Indigenous Futures, Arts and Society
CDU College of Indigenous Futures, Arts and Society
  Dr Ian Hance has taught watercolour courses for over 20 years chiefly in community centers in Victoria and more recently at Casuarina Senior College Night Classes. He has taught watercolour as part of VET and Higher Education degrees in visual art units at CDU. Watercolour has been part of his oeuvre up to completing his PhD and he has exhibited widely in Australia and has been invited to exhibit in the Pacific Rim watercolour surveys in China and Korea.

Gera Woltjer - Printmaking with non-toxic copper sulphate Intaglio techniques

 
Gera Woltjer Gera Woltjer Studio 2018: credits Gera Woltjer
Course Overview: In this printmaking journey you will explore a wide range of techniques and effects such as engraving, etching, aquatint and mezzotint using low-toxic printmaking techniques. You will be guided to construct images or develop and translate your own concepts into prints, with ample opportunity to advance ideas and experiment to create your own series or unique statement prints. This week-long workshop is suitable for beginners and intermediate printmakers
  The multi-disciplinary artist Gera Woltjer was born in the Netherlands and moved to Western Australia in 2008. Gera holds a Master in Fine Arts, University of Utrecht. She has extensive experience in teaching and lecturing art in the Netherlands, Nicaragua and Australia at ECU and Central Regional TAFE in Geraldton. Currently, Gera is lecturing at the North Metropolitan TAFE and is also a tutor at Fremantle Arts Centre.
Artist website: gerawoltjer.com

Jane Anderson - ‘Cyanotypes’ Exploring the blue illusion of alternative photography

 
Jane Anderson Jane Anderson 2018: credits Fiona Morrison
Course Overview: This 5-day creative workshop will introduce students to the fundamental processes of cyanotype, a magical alternative photography printing process. Through experimentation students will explore the endless possibilities of UV light exposures creating one of a kind Prussian blueprints on papers and fabrics. Students will also trial a variety of toning techniques and create their own negatives using basic photoshop methods as well as investigate the hands-on processes of ‘Photograms’ and ‘Collagrams’.
  Jane Anderson has been exploring print making and alternative photography processes for the past four years. With an approachable manner and a wealth of knowledge which she is always willing to share, students are bound to have a jam-packed creative experience throughout the course.

Gerald Clapham - Collaborative Clay

  
clay vase Raku Tea Bowl by phatcontroller is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0
Course Overview: A journey into the art of shaping and making in clay, one of the oldest and most versatile mediums available to humankind. You will learn multiple ways to shape and create items of beauty and functionality, using diverse materials to decorate and colour your creations.
  Gerald Clapham learnt his skills as a potter in New Zealand, and has travelled, exhibited and worked around Australia, including working at Bennett’s Pottery, one of the last old traditional pottery’s surviving in Australia. Gerald established Studio Elevenlee eight years ago in Darwin where he produces work both in clay and wood as well as recycled materials. “As a potter craftsman and artist, I am always working to expand and explore the infinite techniques that this exciting and challenging medium has to offer. I am passionate about clay and love to share, encourage and help people discover this wonderful artist medium.”

Reza Shafaghati - How to use a DSLR camera for beginner photographers

 
Reza Shafaghati Reza Shafaghati, Image credit Reza Shafaghati
Course Overview: This hands-on photography course will provide fundamental understanding of image capture and processing using the latest creative imaging software. Catering for beginners and intermediate knowledge, students will cover a range of photographic techniques, the theory and history of photography, as well as developing knowledge to enhance, manipulate and output photo images.
  Reza Shafaghati is a Lecturer in Design and Photography at Charles Darwin University with over ten years’ experience as a professional graphic designer and communications specialist. Reza has over 5 years’ experience in teaching graphic design, visual arts and photography at CDU and in Tehran universities. In 2018 and 2019 Reza assisted judging the Australian Teachers of Media Photography Award and will share many of the tricks of the trade during this course.

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Enrolment information

Online Enrolment will require upfront fees. All classes require a minimum of 10 to run with a maximum of 12 in each class. Classes are subject to cancellation if there are insufficient numbers and all paid monies will be fully refunded. Full student refunds can be issued up to six weeks prior to commencement; however individual classes will not be refunded due to nonattendance. Late registrations will only be considered if the maximum class has not been reached by the enrolment date of March 16 2020

Can this course be recognised for my Degree or Certificate?
Once you have successfully completed your WET SEASON course you will be provided with a Statement of Attainment. For students wishing to complete Certificate IV in Visual Arts, Certificate IV in Design or Bachelor of Arts- Major in Creative and Digital Arts you will be able to obtain RPL and/or micro credentials towards relevant units

Skill levels required
All classes will cover the fundamentals of the technical knowledge required. Students will be encouraged to work at the level they are comfortable
 
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