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SHORT COURSES OPEN LECTURES PUBLIC EVENTS FOR EVERYONE
Winter 2014
Public courses at The University of Western Australia
2 pleasures 3 creative writing :: publication :: drawing
photography 6 fantastic the basics :: new techniques :: creative flair
digital skills 10 [technology] iPad :: blogging :: photo editing well, feel better 12 live fit mind :: fit body :: fit wallet
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P R E S E N T A T I O N
Dr Linley Lutton Understanding planning:
How cities impact on our wellbeing What makes a good city? This seminar series examines the history of cities, the principles of good planning and how the development of Perth and its suburbs affects our quality of life.
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4 talk series starts 6.30pm Tuesday 8 July $59 CCHT001
Zen
And the art of drawing
35mm Film Making that shot count
Mind and Body The true link
Zen of drawing Drawing towards meditation
Exploring film cameras Develop your retro image
Understanding the mind–body connection Knowledge to improve your health
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Tara Moss Lies, damn lies and image
Tara Moss The fictional woman (Author talk)
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creative pleasures WRITING
PUBLICATION
DRAWING
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INSPIRATION Get your novel written with Natasha Lester Natasha Lester CCPW144 This six-week intensive course will motivate and encourage you to make significant progress on writing the first draft of your book. It combines an advanced level of instruction about plotting, structure and character development for novels and memoir, as well as writing exercises to help you get the words down. We workshop key sections of your book and develop a plan to continue writing after the course finishes. 15 hours of workshops $179 Six sessions starting in August (see website for session times) UWA Claremont
Nailing your novel – why writers abandon books Natasha Lester CCPW012 Draft, fix and finish your novel with confidence. Learn everything you need to know about starting, writing and finishing a novel. Join novelist Natasha Lester as she shares her secrets to writing an award-winning novel. Designed for those who have always wanted to write a novel but do not know where to begin, as well as those who have started writing a book, only to put it away because they have no idea where to go next. 12.5 hours of workshops $169 6:30-9pm Wednesdays from 14 May (5 weeks) UWA Claremont
Creating memorable fictional characters John Harman CCPW008 Fictional characters must possess sufficient strength of character to handle difficult dilemmas. In other words, they must be up to the demands of the plot. John Harman will show you how to create convincing characters, even those of the opposite gender. 7 hour workshop $169 9:30am-4:30pm Saturday 17 MAY UWA Claremont
Writing dramatic dialogue John Harman CCPW006 Dialogue should leap off the page! In novels, short stories, scripts and screenplays it must move the story forward, reveal character and provide essential exposition. Yet it must also be dramatic and believable. How to reconcile these apparently incompatible necessities is the subject of this dynamic and interactive workshop. 7 hour workshop $169 9:30am-4:30pm Saturday 28 JUN UWA Claremont
Turning your life into a story Natasha Lester CCPW003 Everyone’s life contains enough excitement, emotion and adventure to form the basis of a wonderful story. But how do you begin to write about your experiences, your past and your memories? This course will cover all forms of life-writing including memoir, family history, the personal essay and blogging. 12.5 hours of workshops $179 6:30-9pm Thursdays from 17 JUL (5 weeks) UWA Claremont
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PERSPIRATION How to edit and assess your manuscript – getting from first draft to finishing your book John Harman CCPW143 Even though you have finished the first draft of your manuscript, you are still nearer the beginning of writing your book than the end. So what happens in this murky hinterland between first draft and sending a manuscript to a publisher or agent? John Harman’s fast-paced and interactive workshop will take you through how to edit your drafts and self-assess your manuscript. 7 hour workshop $169 9:30am-4:30pm Saturday 2 AUG UWA Claremont
An insider’s secrets to getting your book published Natasha Lester CCAR001 Once you have finished writing a book, the inevitable question is: What next? Published author Natasha Lester will help you make the next move. She will take you through a ten-step process to getting your book published and will share with you all the secrets she’s learned from her daily dealings with publishers, agents and the Australian publishing industry. 7 hour workshop $159 9:30am-4:30pm Saturday 26 JUL UWA Claremont Coming in September, best-selling fiction author
Val McDermid
Register at extension.uwa.edu.au/course/CCVW002
DRAWING Drawing for non-drawers Karen Frankel CCND003 Overcome your fear of putting your mark on paper by learning some basic drawing techniques in a fun and relaxed environment. Learn how to see through an artist’s eyes, and then put these new skills into practice. Discover how to draw creatively even if you think you cannot. Materials are included. 6 hour workshop $159 10am-4pm Sunday 13 JUL UWA Claremont
Zen of drawing Debi Riley CCND004 Quirky. Fun. Imaginative. The non-traditional approach in this unique workshop will free your creative side for a more relaxed art experience. Emphasis will be on relaxation through the drawing process, learning tools and techniques to guide you on that pathway. You’ll create images using pastels, conté, charcoal, pen and inks on exquisite bamboo, silk and cotton papers. Materials and light morning tea provided. No prior experience needed. 6 hour workshop $189 10am-4pm Saturday 26 JUL UWA Claremont
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fantastic photography THE BASICS
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NEW TECHNIQUES
CREATIVE FLAIR
THE BASICS Better photography – the basics Bob Litchfield CCNP027 Grasp the basics of photography in a weekend. Learn how a digital camera works, the jargon, and some simple foolproof tips. Bring along your failed photos and find out what went wrong. Practical information that every photographer needs to know will be offered. You will gain the confidence to switch the camera off auto mode and start creating your own images. A DSLR camera is recommended for the practical session. 14 hours of workshops $225 9am Sat. 24 MAY, 2pm Sun. 25 MAY, 6:30pm Wed. 28 MAY UWA Claremont
Learn DSLR in a day Karen Castle and Karin Calvert CCNP029 Get started with your DSLR camera with professional photographers Karen Castle and Karin Calvert. Karen will explain the basics – aperture, shutter speed, ISO and exposure – and Karin will show you how to use natural light and camera flash techniques to create great portraits. In this full-day course there will be time to put into practice your new skills, with the instructors there to guide you. Lunch at the University Club café is included. 8 hour workshop $224 9am-5pm Saturday 7 JUN UWA Crawley
Practical photography B E G I N N E R S Dale Neill CCNP303 Digital cameras have more controls and features than film cameras and yet most often they are not used to full effect. Gain the confidence to operate your camera and its features to produce better photographs of people, places or things. It is surprising how much of a difference a little instruction makes. 7 hours of workshops $199 10am-3pm Saturday 5 JUL, 7-9pm Monday 7 JUL UWA Claremont 10am-3pm Sunday 17 AUG, 7-9pm Thursday 21 AUG UWA Claremont
Practical photography I N T E R M E D I A T E Dale Neill CCNP304 Designed for those who know the basic functions and features of their digital camera and wish to learn more (or have completed the Beginners course). Topics include aperture priority, shutter speed priority, portrait modes, landscape modes, exposure compensation, eliminating shutter lag, manual white balance and macro. Note that your camera must have manual settings such as P, A, S, M. 7 hours of workshops $199 10am-3pm Sunday 6 JUL, 7-9pm Tuesday 8 JUL UWA Claremont 10am-3pm Saturday 16 AUG, 7-9pm Tuesday 19 AUG UWA Claremont
FRIENDS & FAMILY Photographing faces Dale Neill CCNP014 A fun and practical course for digital photographers to enhance your portrait skills. Learn how to capture your family, children, pets and loved ones using available light and natural poses. Tips are provided for digital enhancement, plus how to best archive your digital images and preserve them for future generations. 11 hours of workshops $225 9am-5pm Sunday 10 AUG, 6-9pm Thursday 14 AUG UWA Claremont
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Post-production skills
Lightroom & Photoshop Workflow management and simple editing for your images.
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NEW TECHNIQUES Better photography – composition Bob Litchfield CCNP028 Composition is one of the most challenging yet rewarding aspects of photography. Mastering its principles can mean really big improvements to your photographs. This course will be particularly beneficial to beginners wishing to develop their expertise with digital cameras, but will also help more experienced photographers refine their skills. Linear and diagonal perspectives, the rule of thirds, and the placement of colour as well as other compositional elements will be covered. 14 hours of workshops $225 9am Sat. 14 JUN, 2pm Sun. 15 JUN, 6:30pm Wed. 18 JUN UWA Claremont
Better photography – playing with light Bob Litchfield CCNP001 Improve your knowledge of light and exposure to achieve the correct exposure for different light conditions, and discover how to experiment with exposures, settings, filters and different lenses to make the most of existing light opportunities. Forget about being a safe photographer and join a group prepared to experiment, with the aim of creating photographs full of atmosphere and impact. This course is best suited to those with a DSLR camera and associated lenses. Theoretical and practical sessions will be followed by an evening to review the results. 14 hours of workshops $225 9am-4pm Sat. 12 JUL, 2-6pm Sun. 13 JUL, 6:30-9:30pm Wed. 16 JUL UWA Claremont
Successful landscape photography Nick Melidonis CCNP007 This informative and inspirational course will cover tips for shooting iconic landscape subjects; seeing and composing the landscape; equipment and field techniques; and finishing of the images. Master Photographer Nick Melidonis is a triple AIPP Australian Landscape Photographer of the Year. The course will include sessions covering theory, practice and review. 13.5 hours of workshops $225 9:30am Sat. 19 JUL, 12:30pm Sun. 20 JUL, 6:30pm Tue. 22 JUL UWA Claremont
Better photography – animal and wildlife photography Bob Litchfield CCNP017 Learn the techniques, tips and traps for photographing animals with your digital camera, then don your safari suits for a fun morning of photographic challenges at Caversham Wildlife Park! Your results will be evaluated and discussed within the group during a follow-up evening. Fee includes entry to the park – stay for a picnic lunch or leisurely stroll on the Sunday afternoon. A DSLR camera is preferable to a compact camera for this course. 13.5 hours of workshops $225 10am Sat. 9 AUG, 8:30am Sun. 10 AUG, 6:30pm Wed. 13 AUG UWA Claremont
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CREATIVE FLAIR Creative expertise for photographers Nick Melidonis CCNP301 If you understand the basics of photography but wish to explore the art of seeing, then this course is for you. Learn to develop your visual literacy, overcoming visual biases to be able to see beyond what is there. Awaken your creative potential and introduce the wow factor into your photography. Suitable for DSLR cameras only. 14 hours of workshops $225 9:30am Sat. 28 JUN, 12:30pm Sun. 29 JUN, 6:30pm Tue. 1 JUL UWA Claremont
On the move! Travel portraits and street photography Dale Neill CCNP302 Whether you have a compact camera or the latest DSLR, you can achieve stunning images. Photographers take most of their pictures ‘on the move’ – travelling around town, overseas or in the outback. This workshop covers travel genres of landscape, people, urban and wildlife and provides ideas, tips and practical techniques for dealing effectively with travel and street photography. Includes a theory session, a practical shoot on location plus a review and critique session. 10 hours of workshops $225 10am-3pm Sat. 21 JUN, 2-5pm Sun. 22 JUN, 7-9pm Tue. 24 JUN UWA Claremont
Creative flash techniques for DSLRs Dale Neill CCNP299 Does the flash unit for your DSLR create confusion and frustration? Don’t worry, mastering on-camera flash can be a challenge even for professional photographers. In this practical ‘how to’ workshop Dale Neill will guide you through the principles, strengths, limitations and endless creative possibilities of flash. 7 hour workshop $169 9:30am-4:30pm Sunday 31 AUG UWA Claremont
Wildflower photography for Spring Bob Litchfield CCNP018 You do not need to be an expert to produce high impact wildflower photography. Book early for this Spring course which will introduce you to the theory and practice of macro photography. You will learn how to construct a quick and simple light/wind tent, the use of macro equipment and the different means of magnifying a small object in the field or at home. Practice sessions will be held in Kings Park and Botanic Garden. 10 hours of workshops $199 9am-4pm Saturday 13 SEP, 6:30-9:30pm Wednesday 17 SEP UWA Claremont
BACK TO BEGINNINGS Exploring film cameras Dale Neill CCNP306 Rediscover the magical world of film, negatives and prints. In this interactive workshop Master Photographer Dale Neill takes you back to the future and covers films, loading, manual controls, tips for processing, handling and archiving, all with theory and guided practice sessions. Learn how shooting with film improves your understanding of photography and get a critique of your prints. 6 hours of workshops $179 9am-1pm Saturday 9 AUG, 7-9pm Tuesday 26 AUG UWA Claremont
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[technology] digital skills ONLINE LIFE
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PHOTOSHOP & LIGHTROOM
ONLINE LIFE Becoming a blogger for fun and profit Amanda Kendle CCTC010 Whether you’ve read a few blogs or never heard of one, this course will get you blogging. Find out how to write and manage a blog, what to include, consider who your audience is, and how you can even make money from blogging. Participants will have the opportunity to start their own blog. 8 hour workshop $195 9am-5pm Saturday 21 JUN CCGS, Claremont
How to use Scrivener to write your book Natasha Lester CCPW145 Learn how to use Scrivener, the software program for writers. In this hands-on course using iMacs, author Natasha Lester will show you how to use the power of Scrivener to make the planning, writing, plotting and editing of your book quicker and easier than you dreamed it could be. Discover how Scrivener creates order from chaos by collating and organising ideas, notes, scenes, research, chapters and drafts in one place. 6 hour workshop $190 10am-4pm Saturday 21 JUN CCGS, Claremont
Making the most of your iPad and its apps Alejandro Tearney CCTC013 The Apple iPad has changed how we think of computing. There are thousands of different apps for the iPad covering photography, books, calendar and productivity applications, news and magazines, videos, music and more. Alejandro Tearney will chart your way through the vast array of apps to help you find the best of the best and how to make the most of this amazing device. 5 hour workshop $169 9am-2pm Saturday 2 AUG CCGS, Claremont
PHOTOSHOP & LIGHTROOM A practical guide to Lightroom 5 Nick Melidonis CCTC024 Lightroom 5 is one of the most intuitive programs for photographers to import their images, set up a workflow (no more lost images!) and complete powerful global and local enhancements. This seminar will release the power of this amazing program and reveal the workflow used by professionals. This comprehensive seminar has been presented nationally by Master Photographer Nick Melidonis. 7 hour seminar $295 9:30am-4:30pm Saturday 12 JUL UWA Claremont
A practical guide to Photoshop Elements 11 Nick Melidonis CCTC025 Adobe Photoshop Elements is probably the most popular entry-level software for enhancing and editing images. This seminar will provide a practical guide to the essential Photoshop Elements skills enabling you to correct problems, create, catalogue, enhance and manage your photographs and digital files. Learn from one of Australia’s most awarded photographers. 7 hour seminar $295 9:30am-4:30pm Sunday 13 JUL UWA Claremont
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live well feel better NUTRITION
FINANCIAL HEALTH PEACE OF MIND
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NUTRITION Nutrition for a long life – food myths and food labels Glenn Cardwell CCLN007 Dietitian Glenn Cardwell questions the common wisdom on food and nutrition. Discover why in many cases this common wisdom is out-of-date, wrong and sometimes, even dangerous. If you have trouble interpreting food labels, you are not alone. In this course, you will get the tips to help you when next in the supermarket. The information is easy to understand, practical and useful, making you a better-informed consumer. 4 hour seminar $89 9am-1pm Saturday 2 AUG UWA Claremont Nutrition for a long life – perfect diets and superfoods
Glenn Cardwell CCLN006 Nutrition misinformation abounds, much of it contradictory. In this course dietitian Glenn Cardwell will help you sift the fibs from the truth about healthy eating. Get the facts, based on up-to-date research. Expect to be surprised, but also expect to get practical and useful information on nutrition that could very well extend your life and delay disease. 4 hour seminar $89 9am-1pm Saturday 12 JUL UWA Claremont
Nutrition for sports performance Glenn Cardwell CCLN002 The concept of eating to fuel your body for a sporting event can be a bit daunting. What and when to eat before training? What’s the best food for recovery? Should I take a sports drink? How do supplements like caffeine and creatine improve performance? Learn about nutrition and fluid for your sport from accredited sports dietician Glenn Cardwell. 6 hours of workshops $109 6:30-9:30pm Tuesdays from 10 JUN (2 weeks) UWA Claremont How does city design affect you?
Healthy cities, healthy life Understanding Planning lecture series with Dr Linley Lutton.
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FINANCIAL HEALTH Self-managed superannuation – taking control for better results
Rachael Green CCHG006 The focus of this course will be on how to get the best out of your super, including the benefits of self-managed super, how to get started, reducing the risk of compliance breaches, strategies for creating wealth and saving tax. No products will be promoted. 6 hours of seminars $69 6:30-8:30pm Tuesdays from 20 MAY (3 weeks) UWA Claremont
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PEACE OF MIND Mindfulness 101 Eric Harrison CCBF405 Mindfulness is both a Buddhist practice and a psychological therapy. In this workshop Eric Harrison from the Perth Meditation Centre will map out this territory, place it in the context of modern brain science and help you make it your own. He will illustrate the concepts of ‘paying attention’ and ‘being in the present’ through awareness techniques that can be done repeatedly throughout any day. 6 hour workshop $149 9am-3pm Sunday 25 MAY UWA Claremont 9am-3pm Sunday 3 AUG UWA Claremont
Understanding the mind–body connection for better health
Barbara Shiel and Merci Kusel CCRV002 Stress, anxiety, mental health and eating disorders have become major illnesses of the 21st century. Learn the science behind the mind–body connection and discover why an overactive stress response can have many negative impacts on our physical and emotional health. A better understanding and awareness of the stress response can enable you to take more control of your life, feel calmer and healthier. 3 hour workshop $89 10am-1pm Saturday 12 JUL UWA Claremont
Future-proof your brain – devise your own brain fitness program
Jenny Brockis CCRC004 Just as physical health improves wellbeing, being brain fit helps you learn effectively, remember more and maintain clear thinking when under pressure. This workshop will enable you to develop your own brain fitness program based on healthy nutrition, mental challenge, stress management and physical exercise. Includes six weeks’ online follow-up to help you embed your new healthy brain habits. 3 hour workshop $89 9am-12noon Saturday 26 JUL UWA Claremont
Brain change – the science of positive and enduring change Jenny Brockis CCHS002 Why do we resist change so much? Neuroscience is enhancing our understanding of why we find change so hard and how we can overcome resistance. Discover how using our social intelligence can lead to increased synergy, better communication and better relationships. This workshop is designed to show you how to broaden your perspective, create more insight and communicate more effectively. 3 hour workshop $89 9am-12noon Saturday 2 AUG UWA Claremont
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If you’re too busy to attend classes, our online courses are designed for you, with all the convenience of online access.
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Business Communication
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Business marketing writing
Children, Parents and Family
• Effective business writing
• Enhancing language development in childhood • Guiding kids on the internet
BUSINESS
• Fundamentals of technical writing • Interpersonal communication • Introduction to LinkedIn career networking
• Understanding adolescents
Job Search
• 12 steps to a successful job search :: ONLINE COURSES • Individual excellence: secrets of career • Using social media in business • Keys to effective communication
General Business Skills • Administrative assistant fundamentals • Computer skills for the workplace • Introduction to Crystal Reports • Introduction to statistics • Keyboarding
Management & Leadership • Creating a successful business plan • Fundamentals of supervision and management 1 • Fundamentals of supervision and management 2 • Marketing your own business on the internet • Mastery of business fundamentals • Six Sigma: total quality applications
success
• Resume writing workshop
Personal Enrichment • Achieving success with difficult people • Everyday math • Get assertive! • Get funny! • Goodbye to shy • Introduction to algebra • Leadership • Learn to buy and sell on eBay • Listen to your heart, and success will follow • Merrill speed reading • Skills for making great decisions • Start your own small business • Wow, what a great event!
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WRITING & PUBLISHING
TECHNOLOGY
Business Writing
• Navigating the internet
• Achieving top search engine positions • Introduction to PC troubleshooting
• Business marketing writing
Computer Programming
• Effective business writing
• Creating mobile apps with HTML5
• Fundamentals of technical writing
• How to get started in game development
Creative Writing
• Introduction to programming
• A writer’s guide to descriptive settings
• Intermediate C# programming
• Advanced fiction writing
• Intermediate Java programming
• Forensic science: a writer’s guide
• Introduction to C# programming
• Introduction to journalling
• Introduction to C++ programming
• Mystery writing • Pleasures of poetry • Research methods for writers
• Introduction to Visual Basic • Introduction to JavaScript • Introduction to Linux • Introduction to Perl programming
• The craft of magazine writing
Database Management
• Travel writing
• Introduction to database development
• Write fiction like a pro
• Introduction to SQL
• Write your life story
Networking & Communication
• Writeriffic 1 – creativity training for writers
• Introduction to networking • Wireless networking
• Writeriffic 2 – advanced creativity training for writers
Security
• Writing essentials
• Introduction to PC security
• Writing for children
MEDICAL & HEALTHCARE
• Writing young adult fiction
Publishing • Beginner’s guide to getting published
• Advanced PC security
• Human anatomy and physiology
• Introduction to internet writing markets
• Introduction to natural health and healing
• Publish and sell your e-books
• Lose weight and keep it off
• Web 2.0: Blogs, Wikis & Podcasts
• Luscious, low-fat, lightning-quick meals
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DESIGN & COMPOSITION
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
Digital Photography
Adobe
• Discover digital photography
• Introduction to Dreamweaver
• Introduction to WordPress websites • Creating WordPress websites II • Mastering your digital SLR camera • Photographing nature with your DSLR • Photographing people with your DSLR
• Intermediate Dreamweaver • Introduction to Flash • Intermediate Flash • Introduction to InDesign • Intermediate InDesign • Introduction to Final Cut Pro
• Secrets of better photography
• Introduction to Illustrator
• Travel photography for the digital
• Introduction to Photoshop
photographer
Web Design • Advanced web pages • Creating web pages • Designing effective web sites • Discover digital photography • Introduction to CSS and XHTML • Web 2.0 – Blogs, Wikis & Podcasts
LANGUAGES & ARTS • Beginning conversational French • Conversational Japanese • Drawing for non-drawers • Drawing for the absolute beginner • Instant Italian
• Introduction to Lightroom 4 • Photoshop Elements for the digital photographer 1 • Photoshop Elements for the digital photographer 2 • Introduction to Adobe Edge Animate
Microsoft • Introduction to Access • Intermediate Access • Introduction to Excel • Intermediate Excel • Advanced Excel • Introduction to Outlook • Introduction to PowerPoint • Introduction to Project • Introduction to Publisher
• Music made easy
• Introduction to Windows 7
• Speed Spanish 1
• Introduction to Windows 8
• Speed Spanish 2
• Introduction to Word
• Speed Spanish 3
• Intermediate Word
• Start your own arts and crafts business
• Advanced Word
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Nailing your novel – why writers abandon books
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Saturday
Creating memorable fictional characters
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20 May
Tuesday
Self-managed Superannuation – taking control for better results
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24 May
Saturday
Better photography – the basics
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25 May
Sunday
Mindfulness 101
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7 June
Saturday
Learn DSLR in a day
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10 June
Tuesday
Nutrition for sports performance
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14 June
Saturday
Better photography – composition
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21 June
Saturday
Becoming a blogger for fun and profit
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21 June
Saturday
On the move! Travel portraits and street photography
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21 June
Saturday
How to use Scrivener to write your book
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28 June
Saturday
Creative expertise for photographers
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28 June
Saturday
Writing dramatic dialogue
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5 July
Saturday
Practical photography (beginners)
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6 July
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Practical photography (intermediate)
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8 July
Tuesday
Understanding planning – how cities impact on our wellbeing
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12 July
Saturday
A practical guide to Lightroom 5
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12 July
Saturday
Better photography – playing with light
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12 July
Saturday
Nutrition for a long life – perfect diets and superfoods
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12 July
Saturday
Understanding the mind–body connection for better health
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13 July
Sunday
A practical guide to Photoshop Elements 11
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13 July
Sunday
Drawing for non-drawers
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17 July
Thursday
Turning your life into a story
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19 July
Saturday
Successful landscape photography
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26 July
Saturday
An insider's secrets to getting your book published
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26 July
Saturday
Future-proof your brain – devise your own brain fitness program
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26 July
Saturday
Zen of drawing
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2 August
Saturday
Brain change – the science of positive and enduring change
2 August
Saturday
How to edit and assess your manuscript
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2 August
Saturday
Making the most of your iPad and its apps
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2 August
Saturday
Nutrition for a long life – food myths and food labels
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3 August
Sunday
Mindfulness 101
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9 August
Saturday
Better photography – animal and wildlife photography
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9 August
Saturday
Exploring film cameras
9
10 August
Sunday
Photographing faces
7
13 August
Wed/Thu*
Get your novel written with Natasha Lester
16 August
Saturday
Practical photography (intermediate)
7
17 August
Sunday
Practical photography (beginners)
7
31 August
Sunday
Creative flash techniques for DSLRs
9
*See web for detials
4
New classes are added all the time. Visit extension.uwa.edu.au to see the latest. *See website for details.
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Model. Author. Mother. Feminist.
tara moss the fictional woman changing the old fictions, one woman at a time
6.30pm Tuesday 10th June 2014 The Octagon Theatre, Crawley ticketswa.com
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