Katie Donaldson
Before setting up her own studio, Katie was the lead designer for Pollyanna Wilkinson and a designer for the award-winning Matt Keightley.
Introduction to garden design with Katie Donaldson
Ref: D1D37794
About this course
Whether you just want to gain a better appreciation of designing gardens for your own garden projects or are thinking about studying further, this practical day provides a compelling, comprehensive and most enjoyable introduction to the subject.
Course Description
Even with the prevalence of design in today’s media, confusion surrounds even some of the most basic principles.
Whether you just want to gain a better appreciation of the subject for your own garden projects or are thinking about studying further, this practical day provides a compelling, comprehensive and most enjoyable introduction.
The syllabus includes:
- Principles of design
- Practical planning
- How to choose a style
- Fundamentals of successful planting
- First steps to creating a masterplan
Course Materials
Included
All materials for this course are included in the course fee.
What students need to bring
Coloured pencils and pens, if you have them
Additional information
Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).
Timetable
Student registration: 9.30am - 10am
Course teaching: 10am - 4.15pm
Morning teaching: 10am - 1pm
Lunch break: 1pm - 2pm (lunch is not included)
Afternoon teaching: 2pm - 4.15pm (15 minute break)
Teaching finishes: 4.15pm
General Information
Short courses are open to anyone aged 18 and over. The course fee covers tuition and materials where stated. You will need to bring all other items listed under the ‘Materials to bring’ section.
Refreshments
Coffee and tea are included in the course fee, but you will need to bring lunch with you to eat in the refreshments room. There are also plenty of other local venues to purchase food.
Access
If you have any specific access needs, we will need to know about your access requirements in advance. Please tell us about your needs in confidence by emailing: [email protected] This venue has steps to the front reception, with limited access via a side gate to the ground floor. There is a small lift to higher floors or stairs.
Safety
Short course students are required to sign a safety compliance form as part of West Dean Health and Safety regulations.
Refunds and cancellations
Please refer to our terms & conditions below.
Disclaimer
The information given is accurate at the time of publication. However, West Dean College reserves the right to cancel or amend courses if circumstances require.
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