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Make pieces of art, contribute to the cultural conversation, launch your own creative small business, or support artists in communicating their vision to the world. You’ll learn to master your creative process, immerse yourself in art history or work behind the scenes in the arts industry when you graduate from a TAFE NSW arts course.
Arts Administration
Thrive as a champion of a range of cultural experiences when you study arts and cultural administration. Leverage your creativity, master practical skills and forge valuable arts industry connections to kick-start your career in this competitive field. more...
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Ceramics
Whether you’re a keen hobbyist or dream of having your own thriving small business, a course in ceramics gets you on the wheel to shape your skills for creating artistic and functional pieces. more...
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TAFE StatementCeramics Foundation - Intermediate Skills/Techniques
800-000185Develop your skills, explore your passion and take home your unique clay creations fresh from the kiln in this short ceramics course. Expand your knowledge, pick up new techniques and learn from industry experts in professional ceramics workshops.
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TAFE StatementCeramics PLUS - Master Series
800-000196Fine-tune your craft with this intensive ceramics course. Learn from and be inspired by industry experts in professional ceramics workshops. Expand your theoretical knowledge and learn new techniques to apply to your specific area of interest.
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TAFE StatementCeramics - Wheelforming Advanced
800-000750Join a community of ceramicists and learn to throw larger and more complex forms in a ceramics studio. Develop your wheelforming techniques and build your skills in centring, joining, decorating, glazing and firing to realise a creative body of work.
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TAFE StatementOpen Studio Practice - Ceramics
800-000178Enhance your existing ceramics skills as you choose your own direction and goals for what you want to accomplish during this course. Collaborate with other ceramists and enjoy the freedom to focus on your work in an immersive studio environment.
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TAFE StatementOpen Studio Practice - Ceramics Advanced
800-000179Embark on your ceramics journey with clear goals and create the work outlined in the proposal you write when you start the course. Collaborate with other ceramists and enjoy the freedom to focus on your work in an immersive studio environment.
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TAFE StatementCeramics Foundation - Basic Skills/Techniques
800-000187Gain new skills and explore the world of ceramics in this short course. Learn from leading industry experts in our ceramics workshops and expand your knowledge as you create ceramic items through handbuilding and wheelforming.
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TAFE StatementCeramics - Wheelforming
800-000194Relax, unwind and get creative in this short 8 week ceramics course. Learn about the art of clay and wheelforming as you explore the techniques behind making ceramic products. You'll finish the course with the skills to start your own small business.
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TAFE StatementCeramics - Handbuilding
800-000195Explore your passion and practise your skills alongside other creatives with this short course in ceramics handbuilding. Discover new clay forming techniques and learn from industry experts in safe, professional ceramic workshops.
Design
Combine your creativity and critical thinking skills to bring a vision to life. Learn about the essential principles and elements of design and apply them to an industry you’re passionate about. more...
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TAFE StatementPYTHA Design Software 1
800-000230Use PYTHA software to complement your shopfitting, cabinet making and machining skills. Using the PYTHA schoolbook, replicate sample drawings, and manipulate and modify drawings. Learn how to draw a cabinet on screen so it's machined correctly.
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TAFE StatementIntroduction to Creative Writing
800-000257Start your journey into the world of words with this short and fun course. Choose to write non-fiction or fiction and develop a stronger sense of yourself as a writer.
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TAFE StatementRevit Foundations (Level 1)
800-000487This course provides an introduction to the Revit work environment, building elements in 3D and creating documentation. This foundation level course is designed for interior, building and furniture designers.
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TAFE StatementArchiCAD Foundations Level 1
800-001101Gain a introductory, buildable Archicad skillset and the ability to produce a simple residential project. Learn shortcuts and best practice techniques as you navigate your way through the course at your own pace.
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TAFE StatementWriting Today - Children's Stories
800-000256Create a sense of wonder for children through the power of story. Explore your personal writing style, spark children’s imaginations, craft picture books and write longer fiction to captivate a young audience.
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TAFE StatementWriting Today - Short Stories
800-000255Explore your personal writing style as you develop a short story from start to finish. Get detailed feedback on your dialogue, description and character development and prepare to submit your work to publishers.
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TAFE StatementWriting Today - Memoirs
800-000254Be inspired to turn your life story into a bestselling memoir. Learn the secrets of the craft of writing and experiment with style, point of view, dialogue and plot.
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TAFE StatementIllustrator for Designers - Level 1
800-000382Push the boundaries of your creativity and deliver professional designs with our short, beginner-friendly course in Illustrator. Experiment using different design styles, intricate details, colours and shapes in your vector designs.
Floristry
Grow your love of flowers and design into a career that allows you to make someone’s day with a thoughtful posy or wow a crowd with a stunning floral installation. more...
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Graphic Design
Combine your creativity and problem solving skills to design visual products with powerful messages. Use your knowledge of design theory to create digital and hand-drawn work that informs, inspires and spurs action from your audiences. more...
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Interior Design
Learn the tricks of the trade to beautify and add functionality to any residential or commercial space. Place yourself at the helm of design projects large or small. more...
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Jewellery
Bring your design vision to life as a jewellery designer using hand drawings, CAD and 3D printing. Gain skills in jewellery design and fabrication. Create priceless pieces that stand the test of time. more...
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Photography and Photo Imaging
Embark on a photography career and capture the moments that matter. Focus your creative eye towards an industry sector like weddings, sport, news, portraits or advertising more...
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TAFE StatementIntroduction to B&W photography and darkroom
800-000832Improve your photography skills and discover how to use a traditional film camera. Learn how to load and unload film, adjust the camera settings, take photos, develop black and white film and create high-quality prints using darkroom techniques.
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TAFE StatementPhotography Darkroom Techniques
800-001219Learn the manual process of creating prints and experience the magic of watching your subjects come to life in a dark room. This course is perfect for both beginners and digital photographers looking to explore analogue photography.
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TAFE StatementStudio Lighting
800-000385Immerse yourself in the art of studio lighting with this introductory course. Plan and style your own shoots and use the latest flash lighting equipment. Build confidence in your creative choices and achieve impactful images.
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TAFE StatementAI Capabilities Using Photoshop
800-001348Discover how AI can transform your professional and personal photography skills with our online short course. Designed for those already comfortable with Photoshop, this course will elevate your skills and teach you to integrate AI tools into your workflow.
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TAFE StatementIntroduction to Digital Photography
800-000273Want to improve your digital photography skills? This course is a great place to start. Learn to work with camera settings, available light, and composition, and apply your new knowledge to personal projects or further study.
Gain exposure to the various mediums used throughout history that led to the revolution in print techniques used today. Explore the intricacies of letterpress, lithograph, screen-printing, offset or the finer details of print finishing. more...
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Signs and Graphics
Put shopfront names up in lights when you study signs and graphics. Design and create signs using traditional signage techniques and computer-aided technologies. Create both indoor and outdoor signs from a range of material, like vinyl and aluminium. more...
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Visual Arts
Become a professional visual artist, explore a hobby or learn about visual art for wellbeing. Make creative practice a way of life, whatever your skill level. more...
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TAFE StatementTherapeutic Art for Positive Wellness
800-001205Experience the value of therapeutic artmaking in this online course. Use a theoretical approach to create artworks with intention and mindfulness. Explore personal insights and grow self-awareness while exploring techniques to reduce stress and anxiety.
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TAFE StatementOpen Studio Practice - Sculpture (Advanced)
800-001184Take a deep dive into your professional sculpture practice with this open studio course. Create a body of work from start to finish. Receive specialised guidance from a teacher mentor and enjoy being part of an active arts community.
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TAFE StatementPainting Skills and Techniques
800-000197Unlock your artistic flair with this excellent introductory painting course. Learn the basics and put them into practice as you work on several pieces under the guidance of industry experts. Graduate with a new skill and a few new items for your portfolio.
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TAFE StatementDrawing Skills and Techniques
800-000199Explore your passion for drawing and learn from industry professionals in this highly practical course. Work on a variety of pieces in a range of styles and graduate with some new items to add to your portfolio.
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TAFE StatementOpen Studio Practice - Painting (Advanced)
800-001182Improve your painting skills in acrylics, mixed media or oils. Work on a creative project from conception to completion. Get technical advice from a teacher mentor, followed by ample studio time, and learn to enhance your brushwork and use of colour.
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TAFE StatementArtist in Residence
800-000271Gain experience working independently in a professional studio environment and build connections with other artists. Depending on your goals, you can prepare a body of work, build a portfolio or develop your skills for your own art practice.
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TAFE StatementOpen Studio Practice - Printmaking (Advanced)
800-001183Embrace creative freedom with this open studio course. Commit to completing a self-directed printmaking project and receive in-depth feedback from a teacher mentor. Work independently in a studio context while being part of an active arts community.
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Statement of AttainmentStudio Practice - Drawing
900-82856This interactive course allows students to explore and improve their drawing techniques. Learn in a shared studio with a range of tools, equipment and materials. Set yourself up for higher level study to pursue an exciting career in the visual arts.