Let’s face it: only a few of us are schooled (extensively) in a subject that we’re completely passionate about. Moreover, our taste, preferences, and interests evolve with time. But that’s not to say it’s too late to pick up a new skill that you wished you had, or to re-train for that dream career you’ve always wanted.
If you’ve harboured thoughts of becoming an stylist, colourist, decorator, designer – or simply want to stretch your creative potential and embark on your own decorating project – good news: Sydney’s International School of Colour & Design (ISCD) is running a pop-up campus at The Goodman Arts Centre. The weeklong event will include a series of workshops, short courses, plus information sessions for those keen on pursuing a more in-depth education in colour and design. Here’s what to expect:
iSTYLE Colour Short Course
This in-depth three-day course focuses on colour and design principles, giving you the tools you need to develop colour schemes for your living space. Discover your preferences, the emotional impact, symbolism, decorating styles, and cultural aspect of colours, plus explore creative ways to use fabric and textures. By the final session, you will understand your personal style and be confident in putting together effective colour schemes for your home. This course is hands-on, with practical exercises and a stunning decorating journal to display your design development.
8, 9, 10 October, 2014. 10am-4pm. $765
Colour 101 Workshop
Enter the fascinating world of colours at this four-hour workshop, where you’ll learn the elements and principle of design, how to mix and recreate hues based on the colour wheel, decorating styles and trends, and discover your personal style. At the end of it, you’ll create your own moodboard for your dream home.
6 October 2014, 10am-2pm. $116
Interior Styling Workshop
Spruce up your interiors like a pro after this essential five-hour workshop that focuses on living spaces and interior styling solutions. Pick up tips and tricks on furniture and room layouts, effective arrangement of your treasured possessions, and various décor styles from the experts. Create a moodboard based on your favourite look, and have a hands-on tutorial on styling and placement so that your home looks just like the gorgeous images seen in interior magazines.
7 October 2014, 10am-3pm. $174
Information Session
The Colour 101 and Interior Styling Workshops will be followed by a free information session (6 October, 2014 at 2:30pm; 7 October 2014 at 3:30pm), which includes a presentation about ISCD, course options, and the potential opportunities for a career in design.
There are limited spaces in each course and workshop, so reserve your spot quick, and sign up to be the creative person you always wanted to be. To book, visit ISCD website.
Win Tickets to The Interior Styling Workshop!
Snag a spot at the ISCD’s Interior Styling Workshop, where you’ll learn how to jazz up your living space like a pro. We have three tickets up for grabs! Simply submit your details below for your chance to win:
6-10 October, 2014. Goodman Arts Centre, 90 Goodman Road, Singapore 439053, p. 6342 5790.