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University Update




Poster: Beth Morris <bmorris@access.digex.net>

Reminder:  The upcoming session of the University of Atlantia will be
held on February 27 in Albemarle, NC.  Here are some of the updates to
the University Catalog!  The current catalog is on-line and updates will
be added until just before University!  There will be an opportunity to
pre-register at Unevent, or you can register by mail, email or at the
event itself.

New classes:

307 - The Object of Love (Deirdre O'Siodhachain)
507 - Armoring I (Theodor Von Lochner)
601 - SCA Hand Drumming (Daveed)
602 - Armoring II (Theodor Von Lochner)
603 - Court Heraldry (Gyrth Oldcastle of Ravenspur)
110 - Elizabethan Wrapped Buttons  (Branwen Wallis)

New leatherworking classes:

108 - Introduction to Leatherworking (Angus O'Fearghail)
109 - Making Leather Jacks (Gawain Kilgore)
209 - Making Leather Bottles (Gawain Kilgore)
308 - Carving Technique (Angus O'Fearghail)
309 - Making Period Luggage (Damon Argent)
508 - How to make a Lanthorn (Avar Olafsson)
608 - Making and Decorating Early Period Sheaths (Avar Olafsson)

Individual descriptions:

307 - The Object of Love (Deirdre O'Siodhachain)

A brief look at some of the romantic heroines of Arthurian literature
and why they were (and were not) successful in love.

507 - Armoring I (Theodor Von Lochner)

Nomenclature, pieces, care & maintenance, and beginner
construction techniques.

602 - Armoring II (Theodor Von Lochner)

Pattern making, welding, and advanced construction techniques.

601 - SCA Hand Drumming (Daveed)

This class is for beginners and well seasoned drummers. The primary
focus of this class will be on drumming in SCA settings: period
drumming, event and court drumming, drum circle etiquette and an
orientation to the new Basic Hand Drumming Course that will soon be
offered here in Atlantia.

603 - Court Heraldry (Gyrth Oldcastle of Ravenspur)
Learn the tricks of heralding royal and baronial courts from one of
Atlantia's most experienced heralds.

110 - Elizabethan Wrapped Buttons  (Branwen Wallis)

Learn the basic button plus two easy variations to add that special
finishing touch to all your late period clothing.  Limit 10.  Fee $1.


Leatherworking:

108 - Introduction to Leatherworking (Angus O'Fearghail)

The title says it all, a basic introduction to leatherworking.  There
will be both lecture and hands on practice. 2 hours.

308 - Carving Technique (Angus O'Fearghail)

The class delves into the period decorative practice and technique of
leather carving.  There will be both lecture and hands on practice.  2
hours.

508 - How to make a Lanthorn (Avar Olafsson)

Ever need a light to walk back to camp and wanted something really
period?  This is the class for you.  It delves into the construction
of a leather lantern with a horn window.  Documentation and
instructions will be available.  The instructor may be able to provide
kits for the class.

608 - Making and Decorating Early Period Sheaths (Avar Olafsson)

Need a custom made sheath to place your dagger or sword in?  This
class tells all you need to know to produce your own.

109 - Making Leather Jacks (Gawain Kilgore)

Have you ever wanted a really cool looking period vessel from which to
drink?  If so, this class will go over the period method for making
one.  It will include instruction on everything from making the
leather mold, to sewing the Jack and finally how to seal and finish
the vessel.

209 - Making Leather Bottles (Gawain Kilgore)

Tired of modern glass or plastic pitchers and bottles spoiling that
period look?  Interested in learning how to make period replacements?
If so, this class is for you.  We will go over: styles and designs,
period methods of construction from pounding sand to molding, how to
sew it up and finally how to seal, finish and cap it off.

309 - Making Period Luggage (Damon Argent)

How to use leather to form the style of baggage that our persona's
would have used in period.  Not only does it look good, but it is
extreemely functional as well.  Unload at your next event in style,
period that is.  4 hours.
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