Beginner classes in jewellery making

Whether you're an aspiring jewellery designer or you just want to learn a few tricks of the trade, Fio's Introductory Jewellery Making course will have something for you.

Diamond ring by Katina Trout, 2012 Fio student. Photograph by Matt Dwyer.

Fio jewellery designer Matt Dwyer has designed this hands-on eight week course to give absolute beginners a solid grounding in silversmithing and design, and the knowledge and skills to continue jewellery making at home.

Two Introductory Jewellery Making courses will be commencing on 13 and 14 August, with places filling fast. The first four weeks will focus on the basic skills, which will then be put to use in the design and development of an individual piece of jewellery over the second half of the course.

If you are interested in joining a course, read more on the Fio website, or contact Matt Dwyer at matt@fio-contemporary.com for full details.

QUT - New short course program – Have your say!

In 2012 QUT Creative Industries will be offering a new short course program for the general public to attend.

In order to help them design the workshops available on the new program, they invite you to participate in their online survey. They are seeking your views on which short courses interest you across the areas of creative arts, design, media and architecture.

You won't need to be studying a degree to now gain access to their world-leading lecturers and tutors in order to improve your competitive creative edge in the workplace.

This survey will take approximately 5 minutes to complete. You will have the chance to win a $100 iTunes voucher as well.

http://survey.qut.edu.au/survey/173263/235d/

Short Course in Wheel Throwing - Ceramics

at Brisbane North Institute of Tafe

Course Overview
This course provides skills and knowledge in the production of wheel-thrown ceramics.
The course is suitable for beginners or those with previous experience in wheel throwing. You will learn practical skills in the design and making of a range of functional and decorative forms as well as methods of finishing and glazing work. You will also be encouraged to develop individual creative concepts applicable to contemporary
wheel thrown ceramics.

Study Area
Units contributing to Certificate IV in Visual Arts and Contemporary Craft

Entry Requirements and Enrolment
There are no entry requirements for this course.

Duration
You will be required to attend the Ithaca Campus, Block 3, Fulcher Road Red Hill from 9.30am to 12.30pm every Tuesday for 9 weeks.

The next program commences on Tuesday 12th July 2011

Cost
$111- Full fee, $ 60 - Concession

An additional $35 administration and utility fee will be charged per calendar year where applicable.

Prices are subject to change at any time without prior notification, please check at time of enrolment for current pricing. Fees are per course unless otherwise stated. Refunds are generally not granted after a course has commenced. Materials will not be refunded if they are considered to be used. Please check at time of enrolment for full refund requirements.

Units of Competency: (E=Elective)

Code
E CUVVSP07B

How do I find out more?
Customer Service Contact Centre: 13 12 48
Email: enquiry.bnit@det.qld.gov.au
Web Site: www.bn.tafe.qld.gov.au