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This Friday afternoon Poetry Workshop, facilitated by poet Kevin Higgins, is suitable for both new writers and for those with some experience . Each week Kevin will give participants a poetry writing exercise for the following week and will offer each participant constructive suggestions as to how her or his poem can become the best possible poem it can be.
This Advanced Poetry Workshop, facilitated by poet Kevin Higgins, is aimed at more experienced poets, such as those who have already had work published and/or have peviously attended Writing workshops. Each week Kevin will give participants a poetry writing exercise for the following week and will offer each participant constructive suggestions as to how her or his poem can become the best possible poem it can be.
Starting in January, Galway Arts Centre is offering aspiring poets an evening poetry workshops facilitated by poet Kevin Higgins.
Each week Kevin will give participants a poetry writing exercise for the following week and will offer each participant constructive suggestions as to how her or his poem can become the best possible poem it can be.
Starting in January, Galway Arts Centre presents a daytime class for all those beginner and continuing creative writing students out there, facilitated by Susan Millar DuMars.
Happy Harmonies, world songs, improvisations. On the 14th and 21st December 2019 there will be Introductory workshops ahead of the January term to see if the Ad Hoc Choir is for you. There will be a special price of €7. These workshops are for everyone who would like to try singing in a group, and no experience is needed. Drop in welcome.
The Ad Hoc Choir Voice Workshops
Happy harmonies, world songs, improvisations. Begin a journey of discovery into the mystery of the human voice.Singing is a natural birthright. Drop in welcome.
Learn the basics of painting portraiture in oils in this one day workshop. This is an opportunity for beginners or artists who want to freshen up their foundations to work from life with a model. This workshop includes demonstrations at each stage of the portrait and with only eight places available, expect individualized thorough feedback throughout the day.
Caitlyn has exhibited her portraits in the 2018 and 2019 Royal Society of Portrait Painters Annuals in London, as well as in recent RHA annuals in Dublin. Check out Caitlyn’s work on her website, www.caitlynrooke.com and on Instagram: @caitlynrookepainter
After the workshop, for those who would like to, we can head out for a pint or more tea at one of the many nearby pubs for more art chats.
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Through this half-day workshop, the student will gain experience of Chinese ink and colours. They can learn some basic styles of Chinese traditional calligraphy and paintings, and will take home with them a finished calligraphy work and a finished painting work on Xuan Paper (Rice Paper).
An exciting and engaging new programme of children’s Art workshops now available at Galway Arts Centre! Ages 6-12
Judith, a qualified and experienced artist, art facilitator and educator will be running a series of specifically themed creative and educational children’s Art programmes at Galway Arts Centre. Her unique, tried and tested hands-on approach encourages self-direction and ensures children discover their own creativity and individuality, with the opportunity to create something new every session. A fantastic opportunity for children to learn and promote creative thinking in a fun and discovery-based manner.
This 8-week course is designed for students who wish to develop their skills in drawing and painting. It will include the process of paint, collage, colour theory, still life, landscape, portraiture and mixed media. The course is open to both Beginners and those with some experience; each student will work at their own pace with individualised tuition. The class would be particularly valuable to students who wish to build a portfolio for Third Level.