forgan summer 2015

Classes, Workshops & EventsSummer 2015

for adults, teens and children

writing

craft

textiles

music

painting

storytellingpuppetswoodcarving

illustration

welcomeWelcome to Summer at Forgan Arts Centre! We’re delightedto offer a wide range of short courses, workshops and eventsfor the summer months, where we hope you’ll agree there’ssomething to suit everyone. The programme picks up in May,running through to the end of August and includes a range ofvisual art, crafts, creative writing, music, evening events andsocial gatherings. Choose from short summer courses,one-day workshops, taster sessions and events.

Brand new for the summer season is ourWalk-itoffer – taking advantage of the better weather(fingers crossed!), we’ll have a meeting point inNewport (see the end of the brochure for details),

from where you can walk to your class or workshop.A chance to add a little fresh air, exercise and socialisinginto your event. Look out for the Walk-it symbol throughoutthe programme.

See you soon!

From everyone at Forgan

Becoming aMemberYou don’t need to be a Member to attend classes, workshops or events at thecentre, however membership offers reduced fees throughout the year, early bookingand other seasonal offers. Our regular groups – Sewing Bee, Book Group and KnittingGroup – require membership.

MEMBERSHIP: £25 Annual fee

Concessions:

Where applicable, prices are listed as Full Price / Concs / Member.

Concession rates apply to Fifestyle Premier card-holders and full-time students. Whererelevant, youth rates apply to ages 16-18 and ages under-16 are listed separately.

Booking + Contact:

Booking opens on Saturday 2nd May – you can book at any time throughoutthe season.

Get in touch by phone, email or in person.

Rebecca Sharp: Coordinator (part-time)

Liz Kerr: Caretaker (part-time)

01382 542 062

[email protected]

www.facebook.com/forganartsfife

You can also book through our online Booking Form atwww.forganartscentre.co.uk

Wewelcome visitors! Please note however, the building is not staffed 24/7: please get intouch before setting off if you’d like to visit and someone will happily show you around.

You will find us at:Forgan Arts CentreCupar RoadNewport-on-TayDD6 8RA

Registered Charity SCO08537

Pottery – short courses for adults and childrenwith Heather Gilbert

Six-week courses:Mondays, 13th July to 10th August, plus 24th August to finish work2.30pm – 4.30pm: Adults – Full Price £72; Concs £60; Youth (16-18) +Member £48

5.45pm – 6.45pm: Children (9-15) – £21

7.00pm – 9.00pm: Adults – Full Price £72; Concs £60; Youth (16-18) +Member £48

Art On Your Sleevewith Jill Skulina

A six-week course:Tuesdays 14th, 21st + 28th July; 4th, 11th + 18th August7.00pm – 9.00pm

Full price £72; Concs £60; Youth (16-18) +Member £48Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult:1 Adult + 1 U16 offer £102 (minimum age 14)

Adventures in wearable art…! Collage, textile mark-making, freehand paperpattern-making, resulting in a one-of-a-kind garment. Week 1 – collage and planning;week 2 – translate to textiles; weeks 3 and 4 – plan pattern/start garment; weeks5 and 6 – make garment. Some materials supplied – please enquire; you will besupplied with a list before the first class. www.jack-et.co.uk

courses

Charcoal Drawingwith Nichola MartinA 3-week daytime course:Wednesdays 15th, 22nd + 29th July9.30am – 12.00pmFull Price £60; Concs £45; Youth (16-18) +Member £40Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult: 1 Adult + 1 U16 offer £80 (minimum age 14)

Charcoal drawing with still-life. All materials supplied – no experience necessary. After herpopular workshop in April, Nichola is back with a short course to explore charcoal effectsand artistry. Beginners welcome! Nichola graduated in Fine Art from Duncan of JordanstoneCollege of Art and Design in 2007 and won the John Kinross Scholarship from the RoyalScottish Academy, allowing her to study in Florence. Nichola works from her studio in Fifeand exhibits widely throughout the UK. www.nicholamartinfineart.com

The Sun Shines on EveryoneThe Artist – ShamanA 5-week course: Monday evenings, 6.30pm – 8.30pmJune 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th + July 6th£60 includes all materials; must be booked and paid in advance.Bookings through Carol Day / the little red drum: 01382 541953 / [email protected]

Following the success of ‘Creative Your Life!’ last Autumn, Carol is back with a Summerversion of activities and Shamanism to explore Creativity through the symbol of the Sun.The creative spark is known as the Muse. To follow our creativity we need to get in touchwith our inner sunshine and find some ways to get expression flowing. This 5-week courseteaches ways to encourage the light inside each of us to shine and incorporates a differentmethod of communication and expression each week to develop the theme and get clearabout the calling and direction of our creativity. You will be drawing, creating with nature,writing, constellating and drumming. Designed to inspire and revive!

Silk Paintingwith MaureenMcKiddieA six-week course: Wednesdays 22nd, 29th July;5th, 12th, 19th + 26th August. 7.00pm – 9.00pmFull Price £95; Concs £77; Youth (16-18) +Member £65Maureen studied Fine Arts at Dundee College and paints in watercolour and acrylic as wellas on silk. Her work often includes embroidering onto the finished silk. In this course youwill learn several processes including watercolour, gutta (outlining) and salt techniques,additionally how to stretch and finish the silk if required for the end result. Materials providedand included in the fee.

Tasty!Part of Ignite Festival – a taster day of workshops.www.ignitdnd.co.ukSaturday 23rdMay, 12.00pm – 5.00pmWhat can you make in 15 minutes, half-an-hour, an hour? A fun programme of bite-sizedcreative workshops. Costing just £1, £3 or £5 per workshop, the full programme will bereleased online – just pop along on the day. Expect finger-knitting, illustration andzine-making, badges and other art + design shenanigans. Enquire at any time.

Candle-MakingWith Alison Hawley of Beesy’s Beeswax Candleswww.beesycandles.co.ukPer Workshop Full Price £20; Concs £18;Youth (16-18), Children* +Members £15*Children under-10 must be accompanied by an adult.

Back by popular demand! Four brand newWorkshops, each featuring a different technique,resulting in beautifully hand-crafted and packaged candles to take home each time.

Workshop 1:Gifts + GiftboxesThursday 4th June, 10.30am – 12.30pmMake 4 baby tree candles and a giftbox for them, a short pillar candle and a giftboxand a pair of small dinner candles tied with raffia.

Workshop 2:Garden PartySaturday 4th July, 10.30am – 12.30pmMake 2 very tall tapering candles (16” tall), a gift box containing 3 small votive candlesand a conical candle.

Workshop 3:Modelling with BeeswaxSaturday 25th July, 2.00pm – 4.00pmMake 4 hand-modelled flower candles and a large giftbox, a pair of small dinner candleswith inlaid design and an origami giftbag for the dinner candles.

Workshop 4: Summer Dinner PartyTuesday 4th August, 12.00pm – 2.00pmMake a conical candle and giftbox, a pair of 8” tall dinner candles and a pair of tapering4" tall candles.

workshops

Lino-cuttingwith Adela CroneSaturday 11th July, 2.00pm – 4.00pmFull Price £20; Concs £18; Youth (16-18) +Member £15

The ideal class for a complete beginner, Adela will guide youthrough all of the different stages of lino-cutting. You will be able to design, draw andtransfer your image to lino, then cut and print your own finished work. You will leave withlots of knowledge of lino-cutting, as well as a beautiful and completely original colouredprint. They also make stunning gifts or cards.

Creativi-TreeThe Artist, the Shaman and the TreeSaturday 6th June, 10.00am – 5.00pm£50 Bookings through Carol Day / the little red drum:01382 541953 / [email protected]

This day-workshop is good for those wanting to try out Shamanism and good too if youhave been working with Shamanism for a while and would like to explore the significance ofthe tree. It is also brilliant if you just love trees and want to find out why! The tree is central inShamanic traditions, it is also an important guardian of the earth and a great symbol andpower to work with when we are looking for ways to activate our creativity. We will befocusing on the oak – Carol will bring in lots of material to teach the language of trees andhow they have been worked with through different traditions. Then we will take a trip intothe ways of the tree through Shamanic journeying and constellation work. The afternoonwill be a creative collaborative project bringing the communication system of the tree to lifethrough writing and multi-media.

The Chair Affairwith Sally SneddonSaturday 27th June, 10.00am – 4.00pm£125 – Bookings through Sally Sneddon(The Cheeky Chair Company):01382 782614 / [email protected]

Learn to use Annie Sloan Chalk Paints to transform a chair frame and reupholster the seatpad using gorgeous fabrics from Annie’s fabric collection! Trained by Annie Sloan, Sally(The Cheeky Chair Company) will use her expertise to guide you through each step.At the end of the six hours you will take home new skills, confidence and a fabulous chair!Includes light lunch and all materials (inc. chairs).

Watercolour: Flowers and FoliageWith Liz DulleySaturday 13th June, 10.00am – 2.30pmFull Price £40; Concs £35; Youth (16-18) +Member £30Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult:1 Adult + 1 U16 offer £50

Through line, blots, drops, spattering and fun techniques, Liz will guideyou through this exciting workshop to capture the feeling of chosenplant material using marks and colour. You will have the opportunity to explore your individualresponse to subject and create a unique representation. Please bring the following:One or more water-based medium for example – watercolours, inks, acrylics, pencils, bars,crayons. Brushes – include a rigger brush if you have one. Tissues and masking tape. Pencil,soft graphite – 3B, 2B or B, putty rubber. Cartridge and watercolour paper 300g/140lbs.

Plant material and photographs that inspire you. Sketches of plant life if you have some.A variety of plant material will be provided and there will be an opportunity to use watersoluble wax bars. Some papers may be purchased for a small additional charge on the day.There will be a short mid - break. Bring a packed lunch if required.

Watercolour: Textures in LandscapeWith Liz DulleySaturday 11th July, 10.00am – 2.30pmFull Price £40; Concs £35; Youth (16-18) +Member £30Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult:1 Adult + 1 U16 offer £50

In her second Summer workshop using watercolour paints, Liz willdemonstrate and guide you through exciting techniques to buildup texture, including spattering, diffusing and printing.

You will have the opportunity to choose your own subject, experiment, explore and create aunique landscape painting, succulent in texture. Please bring the following: One or morewater-based medium, for example – Watercolours, inks, acrylics. Soft pencil – 3B, 2B or B,putty rubber. Masking tape. Brushes – a mixture – soft, hard, thick or fine. Sponge ortoothbrush. Watercolour paper at least 300g/140lbs. Tissues or toilet roll or kitchen roll.A variety of landscape photographs no larger than 7 x 5'', for example – beach, buildings,forest, mountains. There will be a variety of mark making tools and mediums available to useon the day and some papers may be purchased for a small additional charge. There will bea short break, bring a packed lunch if required.

CreativeWoodcarvingwith Owen PilgrimSaturday 1st August, 11.00am – 4.00pmFull Price £55; Concs £52; Youth (16-18) +Members £50

Back by popular demand! After his sell-out workshop in the Spring,artist Owen Pilgrim is back with another, longer demonstration andtaster-session in creative woodcarving techniques. Tools provided,though you may bring your own if you have them. Other materials are providedand included in the fee. Includes a short lunch-break, please bring with you.

Harp Daywith Rebecca SharpSaturday 15th August, 2.30pm – 5.00pmFull Price £18; Concs £15; Youth (16-18) +Member £12Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult:1 Adult + 1 U16 offer £25

A demonstration and taster-session with Rebecca Sharp, who hasplayed the clarsach (Celtic / folk / lever harp) for over twenty years,including composing, performing and teaching. One large 33-stringclarsach and two smaller lap-harps will be available to use.No previous experience or musical knowledge required! Rebecca will give a brief historyof the clarsach, the technical features of the instrument and how it has developed acrosscultures, playing a range of music for you to hear. You will have the chance to try the harps,having a short lesson within the time. Adults and older children welcome: younger childrenmay prefer the Harp Day for Littler Fingers.

Harp Day for Littler Fingerswith Rebecca SharpTuesday 11th August, 10.00am – 12.00pm£10 per child

A demonstration, listening and playing session with Rebecca Sharp – for younger childrento find out about the clarsach (Celtic / folk / lever harp), to try a range of harps and have amini-lesson. Advised age-range 6-12. Adults welcome to observe and are required toremain in attendance for under-8s.

Mini Music MakersWith Joanne HynieSaturday 15th August10.00am – 11.00am or 11.30am – 12.30pm£4 per session

Percussion and music-making for 3-5 year-olds: a very special summer session(choice of times), with a longer course coming in the Autumn. Come along and play!Contact Joanne Hynie: 07953 355 207 or [email protected]

Introduction to Sunprint PhotographyWith Kirsty MartinTuesday 11th August, 10.00am – 12.30pmAdults + children welcome, suitable for ages 8+Full Price £20; Concs £18; Youth (16-18) +Member £15;Children (8-15) £12

Explore this fascinating technique to make creative prints.In this workshop, you will set up a ‘sun trail’ box outside,to track the sun’s movement, before developing unique printswith found objects. The session will include a short local walkto gather materials (eg. feathers, leaves – alternatively, objectswill be provided if the weather is prohibitive), and a short breakfor refreshments. Wear comfortable clothes and footwear for a walk, and bring any objectsyou might want to use for your prints.

Kirsty Martin is based in Newport and has a background in medical and forensic photography.She currently works with digital photography, alternative processes and printmaking, and is aMember of Dundee Print Studio. www.kitmartinphoto.co.uk

Pop-up Cardswith Sofia SitaSaturday 13th June, 1.30pm – 4.30pm£20 Suitable for children aged 8+

Sofia will guide you through some fun paper-craft and creativetechniques to make some lively and original pop-up illustrations.All materials provided and included in the class fee.http://sofiasita.wix.com/sofiasita

Japanese Book-bindingwith Sofia SitaSaturday 11th July, 1.30pm – 4.30pm£20 Suitable for children aged 11+

Create a notebook, recipe book, phone book, sketch pad, a diaryor whatever else you could imagine! Made from sheets of paperwith a Japanese technique, you’ll make a beautiful object totreasure and fill with exciting things! All materials providedand included in the class fee. http://sofiasita.wix.com/sofiasita

Occidental Book-binding for Adultswith Sofia SitaSaturday 18th July, 10.00am – 2.00pm (with a short lunch break, please bring your own)

Full price £45; Concs £40; Youth (16-18) + Member £35

Create a notebook, recipe book, phone book, sketch pad, a diary or more – from sheetsof paper with an Occidental technique. All materials provided and included in the class fee.http://sofiasita.wix.com/sofiasita

Rubber stamp-making + Handmade gift-wrapwith Sofia SitaSaturday 15th August, 10.00am – 2.00pm (with a short lunch break, please bring your own)

£25 Suitable for children aged 8+

Sofia will teach you how to design and make your very own stamp – which you will thenuse to create your personal gift wrap for any occasion. All materials provided and includedin the class fee. http://sofiasita.wix.com/sofiasita

Forgan YoungWritersOur regular group continues with some summer sessions– new writers always welcome, even just for the occasionalsession. Book in advance. £10 per session; ages 11+

Saturday 13th June, 11.00am – 1.00pmConcrete poetry – or visual poetry. Making words intoan image-poem…

Saturday 11th July, 11.00am – 1.00pmPlaywrighting – create characters and dialogue to write ascene or the beginnings of a play!

Puppet School!With Sylvia Troon

Puppet-making and playing with storytelling. Choice of two dates, or come to both!See our Family tickets for discounts.

Saturday 4th July10.00am – 3.00pm. Ages 12+ and adults.Full Price £25; Concs £22; Youth (16-18) +Member £20Family tickets: £62 (2 adults + 1 under-16); £59 (1 adult + 2 under-16);£37 (1 adult + 1 under-16).

Saturday 1st August10.00am – 2.00pm. Ages 7+ and adults.Full Price £20; Concs £17; Youth (16-18) +Member £15Family tickets: £47 (2 adults + 1 under-16); £44 (1 adult + 2 under-16s);£27 (1 adult + 1 under-16).

Sylvia Troon taught art in schools, and then went on to be a puppeteer for many years.She is now a professional storyteller, often using puppetry to enhance her stories – andthroughout her career, she has been running puppet-making workshops for children andadults. Each session consists of a demonstration on how to make stories come alive witha characterful puppet which moves expressively. Everyone will then make a rod puppet.The final part of the day consists of playing around with ideas for storytelling with apuppet. Bring a packed lunch. Will include an outdoor break, weather permitting.

eventsThe Forgan Salonwith John JohnstoneFriday 12th June, 7.00pm (finishes around 9.30pm)Full Price £7; Concs £5; Youth (16-18) +Member £4

We are delighted to have as our guest for the Summer Salon, artist John Johnstone. John isa renowned artist, based in Forfar, who has exhibited widely to great acclaim. In addition,John has taught Painting at Forgan for over 25 years. Don’t miss this chance to meet John,hear some of the stories behind his work and have an intimate showing of some paintings,with the chance for Q&A. With a musical guest to round off the evening.

Newport Music FestivalAcoustic ConcertSinderins + Seven SonsSaturday 20th June

Trinity Church, Newport High Street. Doors 7.30pm, unreserved seating

Tickets £12.50 – available from Forgan Arts Centre, Cheeky Chair Company, Kitsch’n’Bake,Clarke Pickett, Amy Annand Flowers.

(Bar + toilets available at the Brig O’Tay and Newport Hotel.)

The Story CircleSaturday 1st August, 7.00pm

A social gathering and ceilidh – sharing stories, songs, music, poems, spoken-word.All welcome – come to listen, tell, play and share. In collaboration with Blether Tay-gither,Dundee’s storytelling group. Join Storyteller Owen Pilgrim and other well-kent faces for thisfriendly, informal event. Pay on the door (suggested donation £3). Bring food to share.

Open Gardens DaySunday 17th May, 1.00pm – 5.00pm

Under Scotland’s Gardens scheme, the gardens at Willowhill, Tayfield and NorthwoodCottage are open to visitors on Sunday 17th May, 1.00pm – 5.00pm (see Scotland’s Gardensfor details). Forgan will be open to provide teas for visitors, £2.50 per person.

Summer Party / Autumn Launch!Saturday 22nd August: 11.00pm – 4.00pm

Free – come along and see some of the wonderful things created during the Summerprogramme. Chat to some of our Summer tutors, other students and staff. And be the firstto find out what’s going to be happening in the Autumn programme, starting in September.

Book GroupThursdays 7th May, 4th June, 2nd July + 6th August; 7.00pm – 9.00pmOur book group will be meeting on the first Thursday of each month through the summer –newmembers very welcome! The first book is The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt.

Become a ForganMember (£25 annually), then eachmeeting is just £1 + refreshments.

Sewing BeeThursdays, 2.00pm – 4.00pmOur regular group continues to meet through the summer.If you haven’t attended before, please get in touch – all welcome.


Knitting GroupWith Tessa DurhamTuesdays 9.15am – 11.15am: 30th June to 25th AugustOur morning knitters will be meeting throughout the summer months – newmembers alwayswelcome. Beginners welcome, tuition is given – and mutual support. If you haven’t attendedbefore, please get in touch.


regulargroups

WALK-ITIf you see aWalk-it symbol next to a workshop or event, you can join usfor a gentle walk before and after your activity. The meeting point is: the

entrance to Tayfield on High Road, Newport, near Trinity Church. If you wish,please register for each walk at the same time as you book your event, and you’ll benotified of your meeting time.

Private HireForgan is available for hire for workshops, rehearsals, meetings and events. We havea range of rooms to choose from – two very large, one smaller; all well-equipped andspacious with excellent natural light. Please enquire at any time, or to arrange a visit.Hire charge is £15 per hour.

Donations and FundraisingForgan is a Registered Charity – donations are always welcome! Feel free to make anextra donation at your class, workshop or event if you’ve had a particularly good time!You can also visit the Donations page on our website. We’d love to hear your ideas forFundraising events; get in touch if you’d like to be involved in this very important aspectof our work. All funds go towards sustaining the activities that Forgan already offers toour community, while allowing us to adapt and grow.

NewsletterWe like to keep in touch! Go to the Contact page of our website to sign up to ourNewsletter, keeping you informed of forthcoming events and special offers. You canalso email [email protected] and ask to be added to our list. Paper copiesof our Newsletters are available to pick up in the Centre.

FacebookFacebook is another fun way to be involved in Forgan activities – find us atwww.facebook.com/forganartsfife.

FeedbackIt’s important that we know how we’re doing – feedback is always welcome. You canemail thoughts, comments or ideas to us at [email protected] – call us orwe’ll give you a ring on request. We strive to continue to develop connections in ourcommunity and we welcome your collaboration.

CommitteeA crucial part of Forgan life is the role of the voluntary Committee, which has donea fantastic job of running the Centre over the years and continues to do so. We arealways interested to hear from potential new Committee members. If you’d like tobe involved in shaping the future of Forgan, please get in touch.

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Forgan Arts Centre is rooted inthe community and strives to offer

educational and cultural opportunitiesto people of all ages and abilities, in anenvironment that enriches well-being.

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