Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Star bookbinding

Make a star book for presenting images, words or photographs in a unusual way. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience of binding.

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Key course information

Date
16/07/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £52
Senior fee: £38
Concession: £35

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VD224

Availability
Available
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Call enrolments: 020 7831 7831

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visualarts@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2700

Course outline

What is the course about?

Each student will make a star-book binding from a range of different coloured papers. The book will be a suitable size for photographs, but we will look at other imaginative ways of using the structure.

What topics will we cover?

Although some materials will be pre-cut, students will follow written and diagrammatic instructions to fold, glue and stitch papers accurately. Boards will be covered with decorative paper and ribbons attached.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

• Take home a star-book made by you in the class.
• Follow a worksheet to make your own star-books of any size and understand how to choose the appropriate materials.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The course is open to both beginners and students with some experience of bookbinding. The handout will contain written and diagrammatic instructions, and can be adapted to suit specific needs. Students will need to be quite attentive in their work, able to measure and cut accurately and able to deal with fiddly, smallish pieces of paper.

You should be able to understand simple written and verbal instructions to follow demonstrations and read handouts and health and safety information. You should be able to use numbers in order to do very simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The whole class will be taught together as a group, by explanation and demonstration, and individual attention will be given to each student as required.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

The cost of materials is included in the course.

Basic tools are available in the classroom, but if you have your own equipment, you are encouraged to bring it. We will be using scalpels, rulers, pencils, rubbers, bookbinding needles, set squares, paste brushes and small flat brushes.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

Thursdays - 9.00-12.00

Saturdays - 14.00-17.00

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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