This workshop will now be led by Sharon Colpman.
What to expect:
The key function of dialogue in a script
Writing effective dialogue and what it is.
Making people sound different using hierarchy, mood and local colour
Developing natural Dialogue
Practical exercises to explore what we have learnt
Editing your dialogue and avoiding bad habits
Please be on time, wear comfortable clothes and bring a notebook and pen
Edward Gray writer of Passing Moustache and director of obscurest style plays will be your facilitator. Learning his craft in an era of protest and political theatre Ted’s work could never be called dull or predictable.
What to expect:
The essence of storytelling
What defines a great story
How to break the rules
How to turn left instead of right
How to avoid the pitfalls of predictability
Going outside what you know without falling for stereotypes.
Please be on time, wear comfortable clothes and bring a notebook and pen
Learn the basics of etching, one of the oldest & most unique printmaking processes, at the historical Bluecoat Print Studios.
During this one day course you will learn the basics of copper sulphate etching, including learning about the history, tools & materials of etching and the chemical processes involved in creating a copper sulphate etched plate, as well as inking and printing your design on our fabulous century old Hughes & Kimber Etching Press.
On this course for beginners you will be guided through every step of the etching process from start to finish, leaving with having created a finished edition of prints. All materials are provided on the day as well as a booklet to take away detailing the processes learnt.
The course is available to book on the following dates:Sat 21 Jun, 11am-5pmSat 9 Aug, 11am-5pm
Tickets: £80 (all materials included)
Join Bluecoat for this enjoyable and informative workshop session where you’ll discover the art of TetraPak printing.
TetraPak printing is a more environmentally friendly version of intaglio printing that utilizes discarded TetraPak cartons as printing plates.
By pressing, carving, and tearing the inner surface of a TetraPak carton, you can produce a range of textures and gradients on a single layer. Ink is applied to the recessed areas of the plate, which is then passed through a press to transfer the design onto paper. This method is ideal for beginners, offering a straightforward, enjoyable, and chemical-free way to explore the intaglio process.
You’ll explore the techniques and theory behind this unique and accessible printing method and create your own small edition of TetraPak prints using our century-old etching press. You will be guided through every step of the process from start to finish, leaving with confidence in tetrapak printing and having created a small finished edition of prints to take home with you.
All materials you will use are included in the cost of the course, but you are welcome to bring along your own if you choose. Their studios are environmentally friendly where possible and use greener methods of screen printing, such as water-based acrylic inks. Completing this course will act as an Induction to book into their Intaglio Studio should you wish to.
Join Bluecoat as they explore this photographic printing process in a family friendly workshop. Collect leaves and flowers from their beautiful spring garden to create your prints, or you can bring your own.
Wed 28 May, 12-3pm
A cyanotype is a blue print made by placing an object on paper coated with iron salts. The silhouette of the object is transferred onto the paper as it is exposed to light, and appears after washing the paper in water.
Suitable for ages 3+
Drop in.Suggested donation, £3 per child.
Join Bluecoat to create block print postcards using pre-made designs, meet fellow artists, and learn more about Bluecoat’s growing print community. Whether you’re a seasoned printmaker or simply looking to get involved, this session is for everyone. No experience necessary—come solo or with friends, have a go, and take home your own printed postcard.
Tue 3 Jun, 5.30-7pm
It’s also a great chance to chat with their Print Studio Manager and find out more about their open-access studio, courses, and workshops.
Free, booking required
Coptic stitch bookbinding (also called Coptic bookbinding) is a way of binding pages of a book together without the use of glue or staples. Like other types of hand binding, its origins are ancient. A Coptic stitch is a type of stitch used in hand bookbinding to attach the pages and covers together. It’s similar to a chain stitch used in embroidery, in that a chain of knots is formed. The stitch forms the outer spine of the book and many beautiful book designs can be made from Coptic stitching.
In this short and informative workshop, you’ll learn all about Coptic stitch bookbinding. You’ll be taught about bookbinding materials, terminology, and how to assemble the various parts of your book – including paper folding, signatures, hardcovers and bindings. You’ll end the session with at least one handmade, hand bound book to take home with you.
Sat 28 Jun, 11am-1.30pm
Tickets: £30
A 2 hour writing workshop for anyone sober, sober-curious or just looking to connect with other writers in an alcohol-free space.
Held in the Sudley Walled Garden.
‘Japanese bookbinding or ‘Stab Binding’ is an ancient form of bookbinding that is beautiful, easy for beginners and endlessly customisable. The basic Japanese version of stab binding is called Yotsume Toji, which roughly translates to “four holes”. This is because the binding pattern is made using only four holes. There are many other binding patterns that use more holes to create their intricate stitched designs.’
Japanese binding uses thin, loose leaf paper to create a book. It’s perfect for any paper or crafting offcuts and the finished books make beautiful gifts.
In this short and informative workshop, you will learn all about Japanese bookbinding. Japanese bookbinding utilises beautiful, external stitching and thin handmade paper and covers. You’ll learn all about the materials used in Japanese bookbinding. You’ll learn different ways of stitch binding your books, paper folding and tearing and creating concertina pages for your book. We will teach 3 beginner Japanese stab bindings – The 4 Hole, Noble and Tortoiseshell stitches. You’ll end the session with at least 3 handmade, hand bound books to take home with you.
Sat 28 Jun, 2-4.30pm
Tickets: £30
The Windows Project
WRITING ADVICE DESK
WEDNESDAY 7th MAY
at Liverpool Central Library
William Brown Street L3 8EW
Drop in between 5.30pm and 7.00pm
for one-to-one appraisal of scripts, stories, poems
and details of publishing opportunities,
performance venues, workshops and courses
with
ALISON DOWN
Screenwriter and poet
BAFTA Rocliffe’s Emerging Children’s Writer.
DAVE WARD
Author and poet
Editor ‘Smoke’ magazine
Nominated for Carnegie Medal
Please book in on arrival.
Each individual session usually lasts 20 minutes.