Newcastle-under-Lyme (NULC) student Francis Massey has created art work to celebrate Newcastle-under-Lyme's sucess in floral competitions. Francis studies the Foundation degree in Contemporary Art Practice at NULC.
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Wednesday, 29 June 2011
Friday, 24 June 2011
Exhibition opens to hundreds of guests
Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) launched their end-of-year Art Exhibition with a private view. The students were joined by VIP guests including the Mayor of Newcastle; Trevor Hambleton.
In addition to the private view of the art work guests were treated to a fashion show which featured the unique designs of students. The evening also included a prize giving ceremony for students who worked on a regional breastfeeding campaign with the NHS.
Pictured: Rita Symons and Anita Cartlidge of the NHS with Lorna Housley-Tatton Curiulum Manager for Art & Creative studies at NULC and students who designed the Breastfeeding artwork.
Malcolm Crutchley Head of Faculty for Art and Creative Studies at the College said “We’ve had some brilliant feedback from everyone that attended the private view. The students here at NULC exceed everyone’s expectations and are of a far higher caliber than many of their contemporaries.”
He continued “I urge anyone who has even a vague interest in art and design to come along and view the fantastic work on display at NULC.”
The exhibition is spread over 3 floors at the College’s new £60 million Knutton Lane campus and is open to the public until Saturday 25 June. To view the opening times visit click here.
Film by Firewalker Production of the 2011 NULC Fashion Show.
For more details call 01782 254254, email info@nulc.ac.uk or visit www.nulc.ac.uk
Thursday, 23 June 2011
In the spotlight with... Nicola Whitmore
Nicola Whitmore joined Newcastle-under-Lyme College
Whilst at NULC Nicola has overcome many obstacles, being a mature student with dyslexia Nicola was daunted by the thought of starting education again but she says she has made the most of the support on offer from the College. “With dyslexia all my lecturers have supported me throughout the course, I have received one-to-one tutorials and with the Learning Support Officer.”
Whilst at NULC Nicola has overcome many obstacles, being a mature student with dyslexia Nicola was daunted by the thought of starting education again but she says she has made the most of the support on offer from the College. “With dyslexia all my lecturers have supported me throughout the course, I have received one-to-one tutorials and with the Learning Support Officer.”
At NULC students are encouraged to take part in live briefs, which is something Nicola has made the most of during her two years of study. “I painted a mural at Thisley Hough High School
Nicola reflects on her time at NULC saying “I have really enjoyed my time at NULC, it has been brilliant to meet like minded people with the same ambition and determination as you. The environment is more mature and having a dedicated University-Centre is brilliant.”
Nicola says she would recommend NULC to anyone looking to study a creative subject “I feel the support and commitment to the students is 100% and I have gained more confidence in what I want to achieve in life.”
Nicola now intends to launch her own Art Café named Sublime, which will provide an area for local artists and students to exhibit their work and relax in an informal atmosphere.
Nicola’s art work is on display at the NULC Art Exhibition until Saturday 25 June 2011. To view the exhibition opening times click here.
Friday, 10 June 2011
NULC holds annual art exhibition
Members of the public are being invited to visit a student art exhibition at Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC).
The annual end-of-year exhibition is being hosted at the College’s new £60 million campus on Knutton Lane.
The exhibition which runs from Saturday 18 June to Saturday 25 June, will open with a private view for VIP guests on Friday 17 June.
The annual event showcases the abilities of some of the most talented creative students in Staffordshire. A broad cross section of creative media such as fashion, film, painting, ceramics, graphic design, media, music technology, photography and textiles are represented, alongside art and design courses at all levels.
Guests at the private view will also have the opportunity to see a fashion show, which has been created, designed and produced by fashion students at NULC.
Malcolm Crutchley, Head of Faculty for Art and Creative Studies at NULC, said: “Newcastle-under-Lyme College has a national reputation for the quality of its art and design courses and this is clearly justified when you look at the brilliant work on display. I would strongly urge members of the public with an interest in art and design to come along and take a look.”
Exhibition opening times are as follows:
There will also be the opportunity for visitors to the College’s Open Day on Saturday 25 June to view the exhibition from 10am - 12noon.
The annual end-of-year exhibition is being hosted at the College’s new £60 million campus on Knutton Lane.
The exhibition which runs from Saturday 18 June to Saturday 25 June, will open with a private view for VIP guests on Friday 17 June.
The annual event showcases the abilities of some of the most talented creative students in Staffordshire. A broad cross section of creative media such as fashion, film, painting, ceramics, graphic design, media, music technology, photography and textiles are represented, alongside art and design courses at all levels.
Guests at the private view will also have the opportunity to see a fashion show, which has been created, designed and produced by fashion students at NULC.
Malcolm Crutchley, Head of Faculty for Art and Creative Studies at NULC, said: “Newcastle-under-Lyme College has a national reputation for the quality of its art and design courses and this is clearly justified when you look at the brilliant work on display. I would strongly urge members of the public with an interest in art and design to come along and take a look.”
Exhibition opening times are as follows:
Saturday 18 June - 10am to 1pm
Sunday 19 June - closed
Monday 20 June - 10am to 8pm
Tuesday 21 June - 10am to 8pm
Wednesday 22 June - 10am to 8pm
Thursday 23 June - 10am to 8pm
Friday 24 June - 10am to 4pm
Saturday 25 June - 10am to 1pm
There will also be the opportunity for visitors to the College’s Open Day on Saturday 25 June to view the exhibition from 10am - 12noon.
Monday, 23 May 2011
Students 'pop up' their own shop
Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) students this month set up a 'pop up shop' at a Cheshire art gallery. Amy Ostrouchow and Kirstie Gleave who are studying the Foundation degree (Fd) in Contemporary Art Practice set up the temporary shop named Riggi Designs and Kitty Makes Vintage Shop at the Victoria Mill Gallery in Congleton where they sold a range of handmade goods including jewellery, textile pieces for the interior and cards.
To find out more about studying the Foundation degree (Fd) in Contemporary Art Practice at NULC click here or email info@nulc.ac.uk.
Tuesday, 12 April 2011
NULC Students Hit The Catwalk
Students from Newcastle-under-Lyme College
Students Lauren Spragg and Amy Hill are busy preparing for the prestigious Variety Club’s Variety in Fashion Show, held at the luxurious De Vere Wychwood Park Hotel in Cheshire
The Variety in Fashion Show is in its third year and will see the latest collections in menswear and womensware, from top designers including Hugo Boss, Armani Jeans, Paul Smith and many more hit the catwalk. The designer collections will sit alongside collections from local boutiques, couture garments and outfits designed and made by the talented NULC students.
After the glittering catwalk show, you will be able to indulge in a spot of shopping where you can purchase garments from the collections as well as fashion accessories and health and beauty products.
The event is organised by the Variety Club, a charity which raises money to improve the lives of children and young people in need of help. The event will be taking place on Thursday 12 May at 7pm, tickets are priced at £15 each including a champagne reception and buffet. To book tickets or to find out more about the event call 01782 213500.
Friday, 8 April 2011
NULC students ‘let the cat out of the bag’
16 students from the Foundation degree (Fd) in Graphics and Digital Design at Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) have raised over £300 for charity.
The enterprising students collectively named '16 degrees' launched their limited edition merchandise at NULC yesterday. The 16 students came up with a range of designs based on quirky slogans, such as ‘better late than never’ and ‘every cloud has a silver lining’. The 16 designs were very popular amongst staff and students at NULC with one design of tote bag; ‘Let the cat out of the bag’ totally selling out.
As well as the stall at NULC, the students also launched an online shop www.16degrees.net and will be selling the remainder of their designs at Staffordshire University charity University Hospital
Products on offer at NULC included tote bags for £3, t-shirts for £10 and screen prints for £12. Anyone wanting to get hold of one of the limited edition items is encouraged to visit www.16degrees.net before they totally sell out.
Students put NULC stamp on pre-school playground
A group of five Foundation degree (Fd) in Contemporary Arts students at Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) attended an unveiling of their latest work designed for a local pre-school.
The students were asked by St Peters with St Andrews pre-school in Weston Coyney, to re-design and improve the overall look of the pupils’ playground area. Staff at the pre-school informed the five NULC students on what they would like to achieve. The students then presented their ideas which aimed to increase social interaction and the choice of activities for the pre-school pupils to participate in.
The local Mayor and Mayoress unveiled the fantastic newly improved playground on Tuesday 5 March.
Before
AfterWednesday, 6 April 2011
Talented design students create T-shirts for charity
A team of design students at Newcastle-under-Lyme College
The student design team, called ‘16 Degrees’, has come up with a range of designs accompanied by quirky slogans, such as ‘better late than never’ and ‘every cloud has a silver lining’.
Ben Pritchard, aged 23 from Sandbach is the Creative Director of 16 Degrees. He said: “Our ideas have come from everyday saying, childhood memories and everyday objects. We like to think we’ve created a range of designs that everyone can relate to and have fun with.”
Samantha Munro, aged 20 from Packmoor, is part of the 16 Degrees design team. She said: “I chose the saying ‘better late than never’ as it totally applies to me, I’m never on time!”
The students have set up a website, www.16degrees.net, where the general public can look at how the group came up with the designs and view the creative process in action.
16 Degrees comprises of a group of 16 students, ranging from ages 20 to 35, on the Foundation degree (Fd) in Graphics and Digital Design at Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC). The limited edition merchandise is being produced as part of a class project which aims to get students working together and thinking outside the box.
The Students will be selling their limited edition design printed, t-shirts, bags and posters at Newcastle-under-Lyme College on Thursday 7 April from 11am until 3pm and at Staffordshire University Students’ Union (Stoke campus) on Monday 11 April from 11.30 until 15.30.
Ben added: “We’re all really happy with the results and feel that you can really see the individual creative influence of each member of the team. I’m very proud of what they have achieved and I’m looking forward to raising lots of money for UHNS.”
For more information about 16 degrees or to purchase a limited edition bag, t-shirt or screen print, go to www.16degrees.net
To find out more about the Foundation degree (Fd) in Graphics and Digital Design, visit www.nulc.ac.uk , email info@nulc.ac.uk or call the College Information Centre on 01782 254254.
Tuesday, 5 April 2011
NULC Art Exhibition Open To All
Students and members of the public are invited to visit the annual Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) Art Exhibition at our new Knutton Lane campus. The annual event showcases the abilities of some of the most talented creative students in Staffordshire. Specialism’s from a broad cross section of creative mediums such as fashion, film, painting, ceramics, graphic design, media, music technology, photography and textiles are represented, alongside art and design courses at all levels. The NULC Art Exhibition is a popular event that pulls in an audience from across the county to view the fantastic work of our fabulous students.
The exhibition will be open to public for a week, from Saturday 18 – Saturday 25 June 2011.
Saturday 18 June - 10am to 1pm
Sunday 19 June - closed
Monday 20 June - 10am to 8pm
Tuesday 21 June - 10am to 8pm
Wednesday 22 June - 10am to 8pm
Thursday 23 June - 10am to 8pm
Friday 24 June - 10am to 4pm
Saturday 25 June - 10am to 1pm
Above images of the 2010 NULC Art Exhibition
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