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24/08/2020

*SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT*
Pre-school places are now available for Creative Movement & Dance and Disco Duck classes for a September start at Katie Philpott School of Dance - Mirfield's dance school. Free trial class available - email [email protected] for more details. * PLEASE SHARE WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY *

10/10/2019

Same Teale, 17, from Norristhorpe has stepped into the limelight with his video production company.

11/09/2019

Not too bad eh?!

20/08/2019

www.katiephilpott.co.uk The Katie Philpott School of Dance was established in 2000 by its namesake to celebrate and share her passion for dance with her loca...

03/08/2019

Mia Harrison at the International School this week.
If your budding would like to from the age of two like Mia, our pre-school Creative Movement and Disco Duck re-start in in September. For more info see www.katiephilpott.co.uk and to organise a FREE TRIAL CLASS email [email protected]

26/07/2019

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20/07/2019

Come and work with us! Where do your talents lie - are you an events expert, admin whizz, or marketing superstar? We want to hear from you! Lots of incredible opportunities, take a look: http://ow.ly/KEer50v5ZmA

03/07/2019

Someone asked me what I did for a living today and here's my response:

Q - What do you do for a living?
A - I'm a graphic designer

"Oh wow! you must be really 'arty'".

The truth is, there is a big difference between being a ‘designer’ and an ‘artist’ and those who fall into the artist category would probably find the graphic design industry very disappointing.

The reality is, my days are filled with deadlines, perfectionism, and the closest I get to drawing is tracing logos and graphics that have been supplied in the wrong format (usually very low quality JPEGS....Mmmmm!). But while I don’t have to be ‘arty’, I do need to be creative, and that’s a skill I use no matter what the brief requires.

Check out the below for an insight into my life as a graphic designer…

1. Choosing colours. Now it may seem simple to some when it comes to choosing between red or orange, but the question for me is which red colour exactly. Pantone Warm Red or Pantone Red? And yes, there is a difference – and it will make or break my design!

2. Do you remember those shape sorting blocks in primary school that made you super frustrated if you couldn’t fit it in? Welcome to the grown up design version. Can I fit that panoramic image into the square shape without cutting anything off?

3. Should I use Helvetica 55 Roman or Helvetica 45 Light for the body text? Only a graphic designer appreciates how a simple, light font can enhance your design. However, there are issues to consider. If you go too light it may not print well, your colour choice will be limited and the web version may appear lighter than what you see on your artboard.

4. Graphic Designers are the ultimate balance experts. Every client is as important as the next, which is only a problem when several of them have an urgent job that they need yesterday. Sometimes it’s a four-hour job but they need it in two and don’t forget it has to be mind blowing! This actually happens all the time, luckily I am amazing, my organisation and productivity skills are superb, I love my clients and yes, I always manage to pull it off, and yes, I'm not ashamed to blow my own trumpet!

5. The meticulous art of spacing and alignment. This is literally EVERYTHING to a graphic designer. The slightest millimetre difference in spacing between three objects or a line of text not lining up exactly with the next one is enough to make me want to lie down in a dark room. Everything has to be aligned and neat and tidy - no excuses!

6. Oh yeah sure, there’s a magic button in Photoshop that will remove the reflection in the window without interfering with the background!! Do you know what Graphic Designer’s write on their Christmas wish lists and close their eyes and think about when they blow out the candles? One day these non-existent tools and Photoshop buttons will soon be created.

In saying all that, I love what I do and thrive on the challenges of tight deadlines, making the most boring document into a work of art and trying to get in enough coffee while fitting two days of work into one.

31/05/2019

We're featured in the The Mirfield Word Magazine 🙂📰 this month!!
We're delighted to shout about our business in the local press and let people know we're here on their doorstep in the heart of Mirfield.
But when it comes to our laser hair and tattoo removal services we make it our business to keep your appointments discreet in the comfortable surroundings of our dedicated private clinic. For a free consultation or to find out more, just send us a Facebook Message.

29/05/2019

27/05/2019

Wanting to pass your theory test? Need help with the questions? Need help with hazard perception? Then why not try these new informal classes at £10 per session.

17/05/2019

15/05/2019

Helping clients share good news......

15/05/2019

We had a lovely time last night learning about the fabulous work of Mirfield Rotary Club at their 80th Anniversary celebrations at Trinity Methodist Church. Rotary International does amazing work around the UK and overseas and it was inspiring to hear about the projects here in Mirfield working with local people of all ages. For over 80 years, Rotary Club of Mirfield members have been involved with the international fight to eradicate polio, sending boxes of gifts to Eastern Europe, helping disadvantaged teenagers, people living with dementia, caring for the environment and much more. We look forward to finding ways that can be involved in the Club's community events in the future. I'm pictured here with the Club's current President Sara and the incoming President Donna from HollyTree Nursery in Ravensthorpe.

13/05/2019