Summer School 2024
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 of 3 workshops from 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 explore the language of design in relation to architectural pavilions.
We’ll also investigate the practicalities of curating design projects.
What do I need?
- Pencil
- Pen
- Paper
Optional materials
- Cardboard
- Plastic wrapping
- Any recycled materials you can find
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?
- Figma – free download
- Pen or pencil
- Paper
- Smart phone (optional)
- Advance tutorial video (optional)
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?
- Photoshop (free trial available here) + drawing tablet or,
- Other digital drawing software or,
- Pen / Pencil and paper or,
- Camera phone
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 outcome.
What do I need?
- A4 paper or card (any quality)
- Scrap paper (coloured paper, newspaper, recycling, paper bags, old envelopes, texture / patterned paper etc.)
- Drawing pencils
- Coloured pencils or felt tips
- Black marker pen
- Old cereal box
- Photo of a meaningful place (this could be a family home, a shop you’re fond of, a place you met someone special etc.)
- Ruler
- Rubber
Optional materials
- Fineliner
- Paint
- Ink pad
- Object you don’t mind getting inky!
- Tracing paper
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 aged 14+ (those who turn 14 by 1 September 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 you after 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 attending even if you can no longer join closer to the day.
Is there a risk assessment and safeguarding in place for this series?
We are happy to share our risk assessment and safeguarding information with you. Please email us at studentrecruitment@norwichuni.ac.uk for more information.
Terms and Conditions
End of Series feedback competition Terms and Conditions
Introduction
By participating in the competition you are agreeing to these competition terms and conditions. The competition is being run by Norwich University of the Arts.
Eligibility to Enter
The competition is open to entrants who are 14 years and older. Only UK based students aged 14-19 are eligible for the prize draw.
By entering the competition, you confirm that you are eligible to do so and that you are eligible to receive any prizes that may be awarded to you.
There is a limit of one entry per person and the competition is completely free to enter.
Norwich University of the Arts employees and associates are excluded from the draw.
The Prize
The winning prize will be a £75 Love to Shop Voucher The use of specific brands as prizes as featured on www.love2shop.co.uk does not imply any affiliation with, or endorsement of, such brands.
The prize is non-transferable and non-exchangeable, and no cash alternatives will be provided.
We reserve the right to substitute prizes of equal or greater value if circumstances beyond our control require doing so.
Norwich University of the Arts’ decision on any aspect of the competition is final and binding, and no correspondence will be entered into about it.
Delivery of the Prize
The winner will allow 14 days for the prize to be delivered, otherwise alternative collection or delivery arrangements can be made through mutual agreement.
Winner Announcement
The winner will be chosen at random and notified via the email address provided by Friday 27 September 2024.
Norwich University of the Arts will make two attempts to contact the winner via email.
If the winner does not respond to the emails informing them of their win within 14 days of the second email, they forfeit their right to the prize, and Norwich University of the Arts reserves the right to select and notify a new winner.
Data Protection and Publicity
All entrants may request information on the winning participant by emailing student.recruitment@norwichuni.ac.uk.
If requested by Norwich University of the Arts the winner agrees to release their first name and place of education to any other competition participants.
The winner’s first name and school or college may be announced on Norwich University of the Arts social media channels.
Limitation of Liability
Norwich University of the Arts accepts no liability for any damage, loss, injury, or disappointment suffered by any entrants as a result of participating in the competition or being selected for a prize.
General
Norwich University of the Arts reserves the right, at any time and without prior notice, to cancel the competition or amend these terms and conditions.