2027: AMARJEET NANDHRA

***Note: exact dates may shift by a day or two depending upon flight schedules***

COURSE OVERVIEW

During this course, you will discover the joy of printmaking, fabric collage, and creative hand stitching. We will start by experimenting with Tetrapak printing, an accessible intaglio method using recycled packaging. You'll learn how to engrave your plates by cutting, scoring, and peeling the surface. This exciting technique can produce a variety of beautiful lines, textures, tones, and marks, offering endless possibilities inspired by your own drawings or images. 

You will also explore the concepts of repeat and multi-plate printing, focusing on layering colours and textures. Additionally, you will integrate a fabric version of chine collé using fabric overlays. These layered prints will serve as the foundation for tearing, cutting and patching your collaged pieces.

The final stage will be the addition of hand stitching. Using a variety of stitches inspired by Amarjeet's work, which draws from a diverse range of Indian textiles, including kantha, phulkari, and shisha(mirror) embroidery. You will be encouraged to adapt these stitches to fit your own artistic style, using your creative interpretations. 

The outcome will be a collection of exciting and imaginative small abstract collage samples that demonstrate a very individual and personal response.

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BIOGRAPHY

Amarjeet Nandhra is an artist and educator, originally trained in Graphic and Printed Communications. She went on to gain a first class honours degree in Creative Arts. She has exhibited nationally and internationally , both independently and as a member of Studio 21 Textile art and Textile Study Group . 

Amarjeet’s teaching experience covers a range of courses; printmaking, mixed media and contemporary stitched textiles. She has taught at Diploma level, City & Guilds and Adult Education, both in Spain and the UK. 

Her current practice explores the narrative of cloth within a social, economic and cultural setting.  This work examines the hidden meaning, looking beyond the aesthetic sensibility of these textiles. Print, mixed media, and stitch provide the foundation to express these ideas.

www.amarjeetnandhra.com

PRICING

Prices per person for 2027 are as follows:

The cost of our creativity holidays is inclusive of the following:

• Course fees and basic materials
  (except for any course specific materials that the tutor requests you bring with you)
• Airport collection and drop-off
  (allotted airports and times only)
• Accommodation
  (price varies by type of accommodation selected - we assume single occupancy by default unless you specifically request to share with a friend/partner)
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  (one meal taken at a local restaurant - to be paid by guests at the time)
• Tea and coffee throughout your stay 
• Aperitif and wine/beer with evening meal
• Transport to and from any excursions
• Bed linen and towels
• Access to all amenities throughout your stay
• Local tourist taxes

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