Join the fun with these free online creative workshops led by Norwich University of the Arts alumni and practicing artists!
Get ready to explore a diverse range of creative fields, from architecture to illustration, film to UX design. There’s something for everyone, so don’t miss out.
Book your place (opens in a new window)Certificate of Attendance
Participating in the Summer School series is an ideal opportunity to enhance your personal statements and showcase your freshly acquired skills in a vibrant creative portfolio.
As part of the series, we’ll be giving you an official digital certificate of attendance that you can proudly feature in your portfolio.
To receive your official Norwich Summer School 2024 certificate, you will need to;
- Attend a minimum of3 workshopsfrom the series, or watch the recorded workshops
- Submit outcomes from 3 workshops
- Deadline for submission is Monday 23 September
2024 workshops
| Date | Workshop |
|---|---|
| Wednesday 24 July | 10.00 – 11.30am | Designing Your Personal Pavilion |
| Wednesday 31 July | 3.00 – 4.30pm | Making the User Journey |
| Wednesday 7 August | 10.00 – 11.30am | Capturing Your Story |
| Wednesday 14 August | 3.00 – 4.30pm | Pushing Poses in Animation |
| Wednesday 21 August | 10.00 – 11.30am | Innovative Repeat Pattern |
| Wednesday 28 August | 3.00 – 4.30pm | Illustrating the Everyday |
Please note that timings are in British Summer Time (BST). Check the time difference with your country.
Book your place (opens in a new window)Upcoming workshops
Week 1 – Designing Your Personal Pavilion
Wednesday 24 July | 10.00 – 11.30am (BST)
Join BA (Hons) Architecture graduate, David Wiley, for a workshop exploring the discipline of architecture and the role of the architect in the formation of space.
Through hands-on activities and insightful discussions we will unlock our imaginations to explorethe language of design in relation to architecturalpavilions.
We’ll also investigate the practicalitiesof curating design projects.
What do I need?
- Materials to be confirmed
Workshop skills
The skills in this workshop cross over with subjects including Architecture and Interior Design.
Week 2 – Making the User Journey
Wednesday 31 July | 3.00 – 4.30pm (BST)
Join BA (Hons) VFX graduate Jose Fernandez for a workshop exploring Figma for beginners to learn the basics of the programmes interface and tools.
During the workshop, you will replicate a simple mobile app screen whilst discovering how to create shapes, add text, and customise elements.
This will be a hands-on experience and practical tips to kickstart a journey in UI design.
What do I need?
- Materials to be confirmed
Workshop skills
The skills in this workshop cross over with subjects including User Experience Design, Graphic Communication, Creative Computing and Creative Technology.
Week 3 – Capturing Your Story
Wednesday 7 August | 10.00 – 11.30am (BST)
BAFTA-nominated director and Norwich BA (Hons) Film and Moving Image Production graduate Ella Glendining will share her experience of telling personal stories across documentary and fiction.
Participants will discuss aspects of their own lives they may want to include in their work and write their own short personal story or poem. There’ll also be conversations about mental health and working on personal projects with cast and crew.
What do I need?
- Materials to be confirmed
Workshop skills
The skills in this workshop cross over with subjects including Film and Moving Image Production, Animation, Games Art and Design and Illustration.
Week 4 – Pushing Poses in Animation
Wednesday 14 August | 3.00 – 4.30pm (BST)
Join BA Hons (Hons) Animation graduate Connor O’Brien for this workshop exploring the role of an animator.
As an animator, acting is a core part of the job, we need to learn how to tell a story in a visual sense. A big part of this is through creating appealing poses.
The skills you’ll develop for this are beneficial across all mediums and most stages of production!
What do I need?
- Materials to be confirmed
Workshop skills
The skills in this workshop cross over with subjects including Animation, Games Art and Design and Acting.
Week 5 – Innovative Repeat Pattern
Wednesday 21 August | 10.00 – 11.30am (BST)
Ever wondered how repeat patterns are created? Join BA (Hons) Fashion graduate, Amy Olivia Parish, in this innovative workshop.
Using traditional craft skills (drawing painting and photography) combined with the Adobe suite, you’ll create innovative unique pattern designs that could be applied to a range of creative projects from Fashion to Games Design.
What do I need?
- Materials to be confirmed
Workshop skills
The skills in this workshop cross over with subjects including Fashion, Games Art and Design and Textile Design.
Week 6 – Illustration
Wednesday 28 August | 3.00 – 4.30pm (BST)
Join BA (Hons) Illustration graduate, Leanda Hughes, for this workshop exploring the relationship between illustration and printmaking.
Taking a scene from everyday life, you’ll work your idea through each step of the process, turning a sketch into a fully formed print.
What do I need?
- Materials to be confirmed
Workshop skills
The skills in this workshop cross over with subjects including Illustration, Fine Art and Animation.
FAQs
How do I join the workshop?
Once you have booked your place on the workshop(s) you wish to join,a confirmation email will be sent out with links and information on how to join the event.
What age is the workshop series for?
These events are for students aged14+(those who turn 14 by 1September 2024).
What do I need to do to get my certificate?
You will need to attend a minimum of 3 of the 6 workshops to be able to receive the official certificate of attendance. We are also asking for you to submit outcomes from 3 workshops that you have attended or watched recordings of.
How will I receive my certificate?
We will be providing a digital certificate to youafter the final event has finished.
Will I receive a recording of the workshop if I am unable to attend?
We will be recording all workshops and making them available to those who book to attend. We would therefore suggest you book your place on the events you are interested in attendingeven if you can no longer join closer to the day.
Is there a risk assessmentand safeguarding in placefor this series?
We are happy to share our risk assessment and safeguarding information with you. Please email us atstudentrecruitment@norwichuni.ac.ukfor more information.
