CityEast Community College

Make exquisite porcelain jewellery and small sculptures in this course designed for those interested in jewellery making as well as those interested in exploring the unique properties of porcelain in ceramics. Techniques such as carving, inlay, printing, staining, joining and firing porcelain are all covered in this course. Additionally you will explore the use of jewellery findings and the resolving of your ideas to create your pieces. Materials Please bring $35 on the first night.... [More]

Learn the basics of modern singing technique through breathing and vocal exercises, group singing, solo singing and harmonies. Use your voice to its full capability by working on technical skills like breathing, pitching and harmonising. In this course your teacher will help you explore the physiological knowledge of your instrument and progress from basic music theory to a professional and confident presentation of your song. Course Covers: breathing, anchoring and control, tone an... [More]

Unlock your creativity as you learn an array of different drawing techniques and be shown a variety of mixed media. Combine your favourite methods to create ‘wall hung’ art peices. Modalities will include pencil, charcoal, ink, pastels, collage and printmaking (lino-cut). Other media may be introduced with student interest. Materials Most materials can be acquired at $2 stores (check there first), then the rest try art supply stores, e.g. Bondi Road Art Supplies and Oxford Art Suppl... [More]

This is an advanced choir made of previous participants which will continue on the work that has already been introduced. It is invisaged that this group will participate in public performances as opportunities arise. All new participants should enrol in the Community Choir course regardless of previous experience. Progression to the Advanced Choir is done in consultation with the Choir leaders. At this point all participants need to complete at least one term of Community Choir bef... [More]

Knitting is undergoing a major revival. In this beginner’s class experiment with a variety of yarns as you learn to cast on and off, the basic stitches (garter, purl, rib and stocking stitch), how to read and follow a pattern and change colours. Also covered are the elements and principles of design in knitting and how to enrich your knitted surface with beads. Materials 1 set of big needles (7.5mm -10.5m) knitting needles 1 X 50gm ball of pure wool (8ply) Pen and paper Melinda will... [More]

Singing in a group is a joyous endeavour that bridges cultures and centuries. Take your vocal talent from shower to stage with this exiting community project which encompasses traditional and contemporary choral music including both ‘classical’ and ‘popular’ works. Supported by the City of Sydney Local Community Grants scheme, this project aims to create a community choir based in the Kings Cross area . Music will be chosen in consultation with participants, so if you want to join a... [More]

Whether you are a complete crochet novice or have been crocheting for decades, there is always something new to learn. Become inspired by images and examples of contemporary crochet and needle felting, particularly work from the Alice Springs Beanie Festival. This is a great place to start if you are new to crochet or need to brush up on the basics. Here you can learn: all the basic stitches, including chain, double and treble stitches; how to match the hook size to the type of yarn... [More]

Move beyond basic hand and slab building techniques in this intensive workshop that is designed to provide you with skills and experience in wheelwork and throwing techniques. Discover why throwing clay on the wheel can be one of the most rewarding aspects of working with ceramics. Materials Please bring $35 to the first session. This covers all normal material costs including glazes and firing. Large projects may incur further costs, these should be discussed with your tutor. Apron . [More]

Photography is an artform. Sensitize yourself to the elements and principles of design and learn to see more as you increase your level of visual sophistication. Study some of the work from photography’s masters for inspiration and gain practical experience using analytical exercises and photographic assignments set for discussion. Materials Notebook and pen Your camera. . [More]

Fully utilise your digital SLR or film SLR camera to achieve those dynamic images you aspire to. Learn the fundamentals of manual photography as you explore composition and what effects can be achieved with different exposures, lenses, filters and lighting conditions. Course includes an excursion to the city for a night photo shoot (Saturday course has a daytime excursion in the Bondi area) and a portrait assignment. Please note that there is no darkroom or computer work involved). ... [More]