STARS offers a range of courses in painting and printmaking techniques and in the care and conservation of paintings. Please click on the links below for information on each course available in 2009.
The Care of Paintings courses
A one day course in the materials and techniques and deterioration processes of paintings.
The care of paintings 2
A one day course in the technical examination of paintings
The care of paintings 3
A one day course in the work of the fine art conservator/restorer: An introduction to techniques used for the conservation and restoration of works of art.
The care of paintings 4
A five day course which includes all of the above lectures and workshops plus visits and guided tours to local collections.
Please contact us for dates and times
Painting courses
Egg tempera painting
A five day introductory course covering lectures, demonstrations and practice.
Printmaking courses
Print identification/recognition
A one day course
Intaglio (etching and engraving)
A five day course
Lithography, wood engraving and other print processes
Please contact us for dates and times