This course provides an excellent opportunity for beginners to experience working (throwing) on the potter's wheel. The focus will be on the fundamental preparation of working with clay ready to throw. A basic knowledge on how to throw will be taught. The first evening will start with an introductory talk, a brief overview of the […]
This course will introduce the basics of framing; how to choose mounting and frame styles, and how to cut and join a frame using standard framing equipment equipment. It will cover different materials and how they will interact with your artwork, how to select the most suitable mounting, glazing and style of frame. Attention will […]
Working with a range of matt and shiny surfaces, you will learn how to create and fire a series of tests to achieve a wide range of different colours, using simple methods that you will be able to repeat yourself. You will be able to choose particular colour ranges to explore either stains or oxides. […]
On this course, you will have the opportunity to develop new skills and further develop previously gained skills. Tuition is given on a one-to-one basis and the techniques covered are: raising and planishing, seamed and raised (symmetrical and asymmetrical), scoring, fabrication, use of the Bonny Doon press; making a joint (hinge), book, flush, sprung and […]
Join Emma Baars in the beautiful surroundings of Apron Community Garden for a welcoming, hands-on workshop exploring the art of tin embossing. You’ll create your own beautiful embossed ornaments for the garden which also humanely deter birds and other wildlife from fruit trees — while also learning techniques that can be applied to decorative objects […]
Enjoy a day of life drawing in a forest walled garden. A variety of poses. Bring a packed lunch. Tea, coffee, biscuits provided.
Whittle a spoon, make a bird box - the only limit is your imagination! Suitable for adults and accompanied children. These small group, outdoor workshops offer the opportunity to experience the joy of working with green wood through your own exploration and creativity, regardless of age and ability. You can decide what to make and […]
A practical, hands-on workshop exploring the full process of building and firing a small Fastfire wood kiln. Working as a team, participants will learn kiln design principles, material selection, and construction techniques before taking part in a full wood firing and kiln opening. The course covers both the technical and practical aspects of efficient wood […]
Learn how to turn curvy and twisted pieces of wood into beautiful and strong trusses under the instruction of Victor, experienced hewer and traditional timber framer of Notredame fame! Victor says: “In France, probably since before medieval times, French timber framers have been using methods different from English methods. "Trait de charpente" and "piquage" are […]
Mollie runs wax ring workshops in various locations around Brighton/Hove and surrounding Sussex. She holds intermit classes where the students come and create their own bespoke ring through the ancient method of lost wax casting. In the workshops students are taught different techniques using various tools to explore and experiment with mark-making, forming shape and […]
Visit Keith Pettit's workshop and Studio in East Hoathly to see where his prints and sculptures are created. Sign up for a two-day introduction to the art of wood engraving.
Join Clare of Petal & Bird for a couple of hours paper creativity and learn to make your own paper Peony. Clare will take you through the process step by step, no previous experience is required Workshop takes place at BLOOMS at the Emsworth Hotel77 Horndean RoadEmsworthPO10 7PUWhy not arrive early and book to have […]
