This course further develops Balloon Artistry skills to create more intricate designs gained from the 7822 (formerly 7802) Balloon Display course. Candidates are shown a variety of skills and techniques which enable them to construct a vast range of designs often used in the Balloon Industry.

The Course
A one day a week course of 30 weeks duration.

Course Content
7922-001 Preparing Working Designs
This element explores the way in which design ideas develop from an inspirational source.

• Elements and principles of design
• Explore contemporary, historical and ethnic contexts
• Different techniques used in design: colour studies, printing, models, collage, mirror images etc.
• Presentation of designs
• Health and Safety
  
  7922-025 Balloon Display
• Single spiral sculptures
• Themed centrepieces
• Logos and murals
• Geometric structures
• Deliverable arrangements
• Themed buffet designs
• Balloon pedestal décor
• Fundamental techniques and designs using speciality latex

Assessments
Attainment of the City & Guilds 7922 in Balloon Display is through continual assessment evidence. Candidates can benefit from fair and reliable assessment by trained and qualified assessors. Candidates will be required to produce folders of work with evidence of core and practical units. Candidates are responsible for ensuring their portfolio evidence is available for external verification.

Course Requirements
Candidates will be required to provide their balloon and related products. Facilities to purchase required materials and balloon gas will be made available through the College. All candidates are required to provide their own tools and wear suitable clothing. You will need to take photographs of your work, therefore the cost of film and developing must be considered.

Qualifications Gained
Success in this programme leads to the nationally recognised City & Guilds 7922-025 Balloon Display.

Attainment is through successful achievement of both the working design element and the Balloon Display specialism element.

Achievement is through continual assessment of 6 working design boards, of which 2 progress to full working designs and practical assessment of balloon design techniques, together with a portfolio of samples.

Facilities
Floristry workrooms and floristry training shop.

Venue
This course takes place at the Castle Green Centre in Barking, at Capel Manor's main site in Bullsmoor Lane, Enfield, or at Gunnersbury Park, Popes Lane, Acton, West London.

Fees

Study		Day	Start Date	Course Time	19+ Annual Tuition Fee	19+ Reg Fee	Length
Part-time		Wed	Sept	9.30-4pm	£283	£65	1 year

Please note that exam fees may be subject to change by the awarding bodies

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