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| Title |
Mixed Media Felt with Jeanette Sendler |
| Description |
Working
with boxes, drawers, frames or even the remnants of an old chair, we will
create felted objects, mini sculptures and textural surfaces to be framed or
contained by these items.
Many
artists are inspired by nature; organic driftwood, stones, rusty artefacts……but
why not look also to everyday domestic objects where we discover beautiful
shapes and forms in wooden spoons, darning mushrooms or small domestic
containers.
Playfully
you will be taught textural as well as three dimensional feltmaking, with the
focus on a personal narrative. This will be inspired by the objects you choose.
In the morning
you will experiment with a variety of felting techniques and the afternoon will
be dedicated to developing these techniques and arranging your felted pieces
alongside your domestic objects.
This
exercise may well open up a journey which will stretch well beyond a one day
workshop.
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About the tutor
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 I was introduced to Jeanette through an exhibition at the Collins Gallery in Glasgow .... I was fascinated by her textual felt which reflected the natural world and a few days later visited her in her studio - I returned with two pieces. One Reflections on Peat is 'at home' in the centre. The other graces my house and I enjoy every day. I was so pleased when she agreed to come to West Moss-side to teach. It is great to have her at West Moss-side to pass on her skills. (Kate Sankey)
You can find a more comprehensive bio here.
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Prerequisite knowledge/skills
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No previous felting knowledge is required for this workshop just
enthusiasm and a willingness to experiment, create and play with
textures. |
Course format
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During the day participants will be introduced the felting techniques
used for making 3D pieces. We will look at the felting
qualities of the wool from various different breeds of sheep and the
ways to incorporate different mediums into the hanging.
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After completing this course...
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You will take home a unique piece of mixed media textural felt and have an
understanding of the felting process using raw fleeces from different
breeds of sheep and know how to incorporate diverse mediums into your felt. You will be able to buy materials for making back at home - its that easy - and you will be hooked. |
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Cost
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£70.00 |
| Duration |
This is a one-day course, starting at 10:00 and finishing at 16:30 |
| Dates |
Jun 29, 2013 |
| Meals |
Country farmhouse fare will be provided together with generous supplies of teas and coffee. |
| Accomodation |
Why not make a weekend of it and stay in one of the three Trossachs Yurts. |
| Disabled facilities |
Disabled parking, access and toilet are provided.
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| More information |
Contact Jeanette or Kate. |
| 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? |
Materials will be provided however if you have any special and precious
objects such as drift wood, pebbles, scraps of wool, knitting, textiles
or lace you want to incorporate in your hanging, then please bring it
along. If by any chance you have a fleece you were wondering what to do
with, then please bring it along too. Don't forget a notebook and
your camera. |
| Are there any other related courses I can attend? |
This workshop is one a number of felting workshops. The other two are Felt Jewellery - baubles, bangles and bright shiny things and Fine Felt Scarves |
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