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Popular creative Short Courses return to Arts University Plymouth
Arts University Plymouth has brought back its popular creative Short Courses for adults, with tickets now on sale for the first seven courses beginning this autumn.
The six-week Introduction to Wheel Throwing course has attracted particularly strong early demand and is already close to selling out.
The new programme renews a longstanding tradition at the institution, where Short Courses were a popular part of Plymouth’s creative life for many years when it was known as Plymouth College of Art.
Throwing ceramics on the wheel in the ceramics studios at Arts University Plymouth
Designed for adults who want to learn a new technique, develop their creative practice or reconnect with making, the courses will give participants access to Arts University Plymouth’s specialist studios, workshops and professional equipment.
Most are suitable for complete beginners, while the digital programme also includes opportunities for people who want to develop existing technical skills.
The first wave of short courses includes:
Introduction to Wheel Throwing – six Tuesday evening sessions costing £265, beginning on 22 September or 3 November.
Introduction to Textile Screen Printing – six Tuesday evening sessions costing £265, beginning on 22 September or 3 November.
Introduction to Fine Print – six Wednesday evening sessions costing £265, beginning on 23 September or 4 November.
Introduction to 3D Printing – a three-hour Saturday session hosted by Fab Lab South West, costing £125, with dates available in October, November and December.
Introduction to Autodesk Fusion 360 – four Tuesday evening sessions costing £325, beginning on 6 October.
Intermediate Autodesk Fusion 360 – three Tuesday evening sessions costing £425, beginning on 17 November.
Introduction to CNC Milling – three Wednesday afternoon sessions hosted by Fab Lab South West, costing £595, beginning on 4 November.
Textile screen printing
Chynna Bartlett, Commercial Development & Innovation Manager at Arts University Plymouth, said: “Short Courses were a much-loved part of the university for many years, so it is wonderful to welcome people back into our studios and workshops to make, experiment and learn.
“We have started with a focused programme that brings together traditional craft skills and digital technologies, taught by expert practitioners using the university’s specialist facilities. Whether you are a complete beginner, returning to a creative practice or developing professional skills, we want these courses to feel welcoming, practical and worthwhile.
“The early response to wheel throwing shows that there is a real appetite for creative learning in our city. This is only the first wave and we plan to build the programme over time. We are encouraging those interested to book early and join the mailing list to hear about further opportunities to join us.”
Full course descriptions, dates, fees and booking links are available from the Arts University Plymouth Short Courses and Masterclasses webpage.
People interested in future courses can join the Arts University Plymouth Short Courses mailing list. Questions can be sent to shortcourses@aup.ac.uk.
