Training courses

[Charlie1881]

Hi
Would anybody be able to point me in the direction of framing courses please? Justin has already told me about Framers Equipment in Northampton, but I'd be interested in learning about any other providers.
Many thanks
Darren

[Tudor Rose]

Hi

A lot of trainers are not operating at the moment because of the lockdown. But you can find all Fine Art Trade Guild Accredited Trainers listed here, which might help you:-

https://fineart.co.uk/group/accredited- ... ses-4.aspx

Most trainers will be happy to tailor a course to suit your needs.

[Keith Hewitt]

I was once told by a well known trainer, now retired that he always thought much better if you have already bought the equipment to get the trainer to come to you.

Benefits - you get taught on your own machinery, which maybe quite different from what the trainer uses.
The trainer will also see what else you need and can recommend the best sources.
And if the machine(s) needs calibrating, or new knives fitting etc. can usually help and train.
The trainer can suggest workshop layout, work flow , etc
The student does not have to travel

Disadvantage - it will cost more
Look on it as an investment, not a cost
Im quite sure others will have other views, so dont be shy
Lets hear them

[Not your average framer]

Hi Kieth,

That'll be Mr B. I remember him well, I was one of his pupils. He loved to travel to people's premises as an opportunity to get his camper van out.

[Justintime]

I can also highly recommend Lyn Hall, who I went to for my GCF qualification preparation training (yes, that's me on her website, thanks Lyn! )
https://www.fringearts.co.uk/about-training/
Lyn is incredibly knowledgeable, highly skilled and great fun to learn from!

[Gesso&Bole]

I think a combination of the two is perfect.

Coming to my workshop for basic training, has the advantage that the equipment is good quality, and properly calibrated, so we can get down to work straight away and get more done in the given time.

Me coming to your workshop is great to look at workshop design, and to train you using your own equipment, but on occasions have found that the trainee has purchased second-hand equipment that has parts missing or is badly in need of calibration, so time is spent on calibration and 'work arounds'. On one visit I was confronted with a Morso that had (presumably) been dropped on its head from a great height. The new framer was tearing his hair out trying to get good joins, and hadn't considered that the Morso was at fault - because as we all know they are indestructable! Needless to say I couldn't do any better than him with a bent Morso . . . .

I charge the same daily rate + expenses and accommodation. I also have a camper van (sadly not been used this year) so watch out!

[Not your average framer]

Hi Jeremy,

Perhaps you might consider advertising yourself for supplying this training service. I think you might be surprised for many people may be willing to take advantage of booking your services. Sounds great.