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Acrylics: Still Life, Towards Abstraction

Led by Karen Carter.

Looking at the work of Ben Nicolson and John Button for inspiration, combine textured surfaces, blocks of colour, linework and overlapping shapes to produce interesting, quirky interpretations of a still life subject.

Fri 12 Jul
10.30am – 3.30pm
£38 per class | £3 materials cost to tutor

Click here to download the Still Life, Towards Abstraction Information Sheet.

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Goan Chill Out

Relax and kick back in our peaceful Goan chill out space.

Lie back and enjoy projections in the fisherman’s hut or go fish in shiny waters and add your creations to the walls. Gentle rhythmic sounds in this colour filled space complete the total relaxation experience.

This gallery installation includes work made with local schools through Norden Farm’s Farm Out programme and with young people through our Young Creatives programme supported by the Spoore Merry and Rixman Foundation. Suitable for everyone, including children with SEND.

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Arts and Crafts Session

Craft activities to keep the little ones entertained this school holiday.

The crafts vary so you can create something new every day!

Sessions are 45 minutes.

Thur 1 Aug - Stained glass birds
Fri 2 Aug - Heart shaped picture frames
Sat 3 Aug - Rainbow door hangers

Tues 6 Aug - Wooden tool box
Wed 7 Aug - Jumbo people and costume drawings
Thur 8 Aug - Bug crowns and bead making
Fri 9 Aug - Mini picture frames and rainbow scratch pictures

Tues 13 Aug - Under the sea UV paintings
Wed 14 Aug - Dragons flyers and mobiles
Thur 15 Aug - Mini super hero’s
Fri 16 Aug - Stained glass candle holders

Age guidance: 5-8 years.

£5 per child

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Cookham and Maidenhead Arts Trail Exhibition

The Cookham and Maidenhead Arts Trail will be showcasing the work of many of the artists taking part in this year’s trail.

Works in diverse media will include painting, glass, jewellery, ceramics, printmaking and photography. The exhibition will be open either side of the trail weekend itself.

For the sixth year, local artists will be opening their studios to the public on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September.

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Kite Workshops

Get involved at Kite Making Workshops across the school holidays, then see your creation take to the sky!

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Creative Arts Social Club

Led by Caroline Crawford.

A sociable group for over 65s who want to make art, but just aren’t doing it right now. Professional artist Caroline Crawford leads this creative community. Explore your arty side, grow in creative confidence and meet new people!

Mon 20 May - 10 June, 17 Jun – 8 Jul, 15 Jul – 5 Aug (exc 29 July), 12 Aug – 9 Sept (exc 26 Aug)
10am – 12pm
£16 per session | plus £2 materials cost to tutor directly

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Acoustic Guitar - Beginners

Led by Richard Lee.

Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.

Summer
Wed 15 May – 12 Jun, 19 Jun – 17 Jul and 24 Jul – 21 Aug
8.15pm – 9.15pm
£40 per 5 week course

Thur 16 May – 13 Jun, 20 Jun – 18 Jul and 25 Jul – 22 Aug
7pm – 8pm
£40 per 5 week course

Suitable for 18+ years.

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about 11 hours ago Lisa and Rachael want to make a show, but there's a problem: they don’t have any ideas. So who do they turn to? The Great British Public of course! They make a pact. They'll go onto the streets, interview people, and whatever story the public come up with – that will be the show. Come and see what the Still No Idea turns into on Thurs 26 Sept --> https://norden.farm/events/still-no-idea

about 15 hours ago Our Young Leaders have been busy hiding treasure around Norden Farm - for a free Pirate Treasure Hunt tomorrow at 11.30am and 12pm! Work out the clues to find a chocolate-y prize at the end!

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about 16 hours ago This Saturday due to the overwhelming demand we are fully booked for Kite Making Workshops and will not be accepting walk-ups on the day. If you want to get involved with the Community Kite Festival click here --> https://norden.farm/events/community-kite-festival

about 16 hours ago 1 comment Hello! Norden Farm will be closed to the public between Mon 26 September – Mon 2 Sept so that we can carry out maintenance around the building. Our team will be busy across the week giving the building some TLC after a busy summer season so that we’re looking our best to welcome you back for our exciting Autumn line up! The Box Office will also be open to the public from Tues – Sat 10am – 2pm, tickets can still be booked online through our website. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Farm See you then!

about 17 hours ago The Big Berkshire Beach Gig is here this Saturday! Join us for an evening of acoustic music in our Studio and Beach Stage. Chill out in a hammock with a cold drink while listening to top local talent including our headline act Papa Truck --> https://norden.farm/events/the-big-berkshire-beach-gig-64

about 18 hours ago The girl with a thousand voices returns to the UK! Christina Bianco brings her uncanny musical mash-ups and impressions to our main stage on Thursday 24 October – have a look at her in action below ⬇️ More info and tickets here --> https://norden.farm/events/christina-bianco-first-impressions

1 day ago https://www.facebook.com/events/427629081113998/?ti=icl National Tribute Award Finalists in 2019, A Band Called Malice, Tribute to The Jam delivers a powerful performance full of energy. Expect to hear all the hits of The Jam. Get your tickets today

1 day ago Matt Parker is a stand-up comedian and mathematician. Humble Pi explores the greatest mathematical mishaps and near-misses involving planes, bridges, the internet and more… Join Matt on Friday 11 October for a Comedy of Math’s Errors --> https://norden.farm/events/humble-pi-matt-parker-s-comedy-of-maths-errors

1 day ago Don't miss the chance to create your very own kite masterpiece before #nordenfarm Community Kite Festival on Sun 1… https://t.co/wS6Nxk6qnR

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