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Course Details - Creative Basketry

This is a a special opportunity to work with Georgia on a two day workshop to explore the possibilities of using a variety of willow and hedgerow materials to create special unique baskets and pieces. Georgia is the author of the well used book Basket Making. She has developed the techniques of combining different materials into her baskets, so it is really fantastic that she has agreed to share some of her knowledge here at West Moss-side.

ABOUT THE COURSE
 
Title Creative Basketry with Georgia Crook
Description

Over the weekend you will create an unique basket and maybe a second piece. The workshop will concentrate on using willow and lots of other hedgerow materials but other materials can also be incorporated into your basket.  Although based upon the application of traditional techniques you will be producing creative and experimental basketry of both sculptural and functional form.   Because you will be using materials of your choice the techneques of weaving and forms you will be able to create will vary. Georgia will demonstrate different techniques for different materials.

About the tutor
Georgia Crook
Georgia uses wild materials found around her home to make her inventive and unusual baskets. She has had work shown in galleries and exhibitions all over the British Isles and in Europe, and has a piece of work in the permanent collection of the National Museums of Scotland...
 
We're very lucky indeed to have her here. (Kate Sankey)


You can find a more comprehensive bio here.
Prerequisite knowledge/skills

No previous skills are required to come on this workshop although some understanding of basic basket making techniques would be useful.

Course format

Georgia will demonstrate different techniques for different materials. Although based on traditional basket making techniques this will be a really special opportunity to benefit from Georgia's expertise. The weekend will be structured to ensure that you each produce a basket / creation in the time available but there will be a chance to experiment and to practice using different materials. 

After completing this course...

You will have created a basket / piece which will be unique.  You will also have learnt how to deal with different material and how to extend your basic basketry skills into something which has no bounds!  

INFORMATION
 
Cost
 £100.00
Duration This is a two-day course, starting at 10:00 and finishing at 16:30
Dates Nov 21, 2009 - Nov 22, 2009
Meals Country farmhouse fare will be provided together with generous supplies of teas and coffee.
Disabled facilities Disabled parking, access and toilet are provided.

QUESTIONS
 
More information
How do I book a place? It's as simple as clicking here. If you would prefer, you can phone, write to or email Kate.
What should I bring with me?
Participants could bring some of their own material /ideas and we could discuss how to go about incorporating it into their piece. I will bring some samples of my own work along for ideas for those who would like a little more direction.   You will need a notebook.  Don't forget your camera too!
Are there any other related courses I can attend?
Other workshops in willow are Catherine Davis' Traditional Basket Making (March 21st/22nd 2009), Jane Wilkinson's Square basket (April25th/26th 2009) and Anthea Naylor Random weave and sculptures ( 29th/30th November 2008) 

SO DON'T DELAY - CLICK THE BUTTON! Book now!