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Large Outdoor Plaster Hare sculpture kit (60 - 75cm) with full video instructions

Full size hare in the garden

Large Hare Sculpture Kit contents

Plaster stage of a lovely 'ears up' hare

Painting!

Large hare kit finished hare

Large hare kits being assembled

Finished in bronze

fabulous finished large hare photo sent in by a customer!

Hare made with large kit

foiling stage in customers kitchen!

Large hare towering over small hares in plaster stage

Plaster stage of large hare

Finished large and small hares to show difference in size

Customer's large hare at home under olive tree!

Plastering full size moon gazing hare

Large moon gazing hare at home

Small (30cm), Medium (50cm) and Large (75cm) hares

From Video: Applying plaster bandage

Finished in Bronze

From Video: Powertex top coat

From Video: Coating in weather resistant plaster

Customer making a hare kit

Three large hare sculptures made during a workshop (same materials as supplied in the large hare kit)

Description

Create your own stunning life-sized hare sculpture which is weather resistant so can live in your garden. No previous experience is required! Using all the same products as we use on the Jo Garden Art Two Day Sculpture Workshop, this kit allows you to make full size (60 - 75cm, depending on ear position) moon-gazing, looking back, or looking wherever hare! This may look daunting as it is quite large - but it's actually easier than a smaller hare - honestly 😄. Using 9 metres of aluminium wire, the hare armature supplied in the kit is hand made by Jo in her Suffolk studio, so no two hares are ever the same. The armature is flexible and is easily developed into your own personal hare sitting 'pose' by you simply moving the ears, head, legs and tail. This way your hare need not moon-gaze, but could be looking over a shoulder, scratching an ear, have ears up, out, down or with twists and bends! The video shows how to move the wire armature around into the poses. The kit contains everything you need including a small glass vial for you to enclose a message or memento in the heart of your hare. Particularly poignant for moon-gazing hares. The finished colour is Bronze which is developed through bronze Powertex paint followed by a touch of a fabulous oxidised gold gilt cream. Please note the kit has a 30 mtr roll of strong foil included to create the body mass. Additional foil may be needed from your kitchen cupboard if you choose to make a 'chunky' hare 😄. Full written instructions with photos are included, as well as a link to a detailed video showing Jo creating a full-size bronze hare, providing step-by-step instructions, hints & tips. The video can be viewed as often as you wish and has an index of contents so you can skip to each step. This kit is suitable for any age group probably over the age of 14, but please note this is not a toy and children should be constantly supervised as there are sharp items, wire ends and products potentially hazardous to small children in the kit. Please note the kit should be used within 3 months of purchase as it contains plaster, paint and gilt cream. Due to the size & weight of the kit, parcel postage is for UK mainland only. Jo Garden Art - find the joy of sculpting.

What's included in the price?

- unique handmade Hare armature fitted onto steel stand - glass vial for personal message or memento - large roll of tin foil (further foil may be needed if you make a chunky hare) - plaster bandage - water-resistant plaster with plaster bowl for mixing in (plus test pack so you can get used to the plaster!) - bamboo pick for prodding things ? - Powertex paint with two different sized paintbrushes - oxidised gold gilt cream & applicator - protective baize for base (to protect furniture if displayed indoors) - written instructions with photos - link to full-length YouTube video showing Jo demonstrating each stage with hints & tips

What you will need

- although not essential, a rotating turntable is helpful - check out Amazon for a 'TV Turntable' about 12 inches/ 30cm (check the size as there are smaller ones) which should be under £12 (I send you the link to this if you order the kit). If you would like me to include one in the kit, please message me and I will create a bespoke kit for you (so please do not place order until we have communicated).

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Maker

Jo Garden Art

with Craft Courses since 2019

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Welcome 😃 I'm Jo Garden. I call myself a 'facilitator' as my joy is enabling people of any skill to achieve something they did not expect, plus have time away from the everyday stresses of normal life. My sculpture & slate mosaic workshops are broken down into small stages which result in amazing sculptures and works of art regardless of your artistic ability (honestly). If you purchase a kit, there is a full length video of me making the sculpture which you can watch as many times as you wish. If attending a workshop, my peaceful studio is tucked into the garden surrounded by trees and wildlife making it a very tranquil and stress busting. I run several workshops a month but am often booked up for months in advance. If you book a long way in the future, I do make contact if I have cancellations and can move you forward. Please do not hesitate to message me if you have any questions. Jo x

Suitable for

Adults
Seniors
Teenagers
Wheelchair users
Hearing impaired
Limited mobility
Father's Day
Mother's Day
Romantic
Pet lovers
Christmas
Easter
Suitable for beginners

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£89.00

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Reviews

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20 Mar 23'

Angie Heal reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"This was a fabulous two day course. I had done one of Jo's hare kits at home, which is how I found out about her course. I did a 4 ft crane in the two days, and the rust / copper finish that Jo enabled me to achieve is fantastic. She is a great tutor, someone who shows you but does not do it for you which is always such a relief for me! The studio is exceptionally well equipped, Jo and Andy were very welcoming and the house and garden surroundings are beautiful, I would really recommend this course."

19 Mar 23'

Richard Rogers reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"This course was so much fun. For someone with no previous experience, it was relaxed, well paced and to go away with my own masterpiece at the end - fabulous! Huge thanks to Jo and Andy for making us feel so welcome, and for guiding through the process - can’t wait to return again and explore the artistic side I never knew I had."

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you so much Richard. It was great watching you create your huge leaping hare and dousing it in iron filings to create a rust finish. It is always a privilege to unlock artistic skills in people who visit the studio. We all have them! I look forward to your return visit. Jo x "

19 Mar 23'

Rita Lenko reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"I was lucky to get a space on a 2 Day Workshop with Jo to work on a large dog sculpture. The result was just simply amazing and I am so pleased and proud of my sculpture. Work is great fun under Jo's watchful eye who will help and advise in such a lovely manner making one feel very empowered. Warning, the experience is addictive, this was my second workshop and I have a booking for next year to attend with my husband and am waitlisted for another one this year! I thoroughly and wholeheartedly recommend Jo and her classes. This an experience everybody who likes to be creative or wants to be should experience. Go and book, you will not be disappointed! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you so much Rita! Your dog was amazing and will look great in any space you display him. I look forward to seeing you back here again for further adventures ... ! Jo xx"

18 Mar 23'

Jackie Healy reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"Fantastic course, learnt so much from Jo. Thoroughly recommend anyone to attend this course. Both Jo and Andy very welcoming. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you Jackie - your 'sun salute lady' was lovely and I'm sure will look fabulous in your garden. The rust you finished her in will gradually change as she enjoys the different weather conditions! Jo x"

6 Mar 23'

Sue reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"A brilliant weekend. This was my first time with Jo having been recommended by a friend. I was thrilled to come home with a sculpture that I am really proud of. Jo guides you through the process but encourages you to develop your own ideas. The studio is a superb environment to work in, surrounded by a garden full of sculptures for inspiration. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you Sue Your leaping hare was a great success and the rusty finish will keep developing over the next few weeks. Also glad you enjoyed making your little clay pig on day 2 whilst waiting for paint to dry on your main sculpture! Jo x"

6 Mar 23'

Angie Weston reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"Another brilliant two day workshop with Jo. This time making a running hare to join my leaping hare. Jo is such a brilliant tutor and makes everyone feel relaxed from the moment they arrive. Working on a sculpture is so therapeutic in such a calm environment. Not forgetting Andy (Jo's husband) who makes the armatures from which the sculptures are formed and take on a life of their own. I would highly recommend either the one or two day courses as no previous experience is necessary. Thank you Jo!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you Angie It was fabulous having you back in the studio to create a companion to your original large leaping hare made last year. I look forward to seeing a photo of them together! Don't hesitate to make contact if you have any questions before applying the rust finish to your original hare using the products I supplied. It is a great effect! Jo xx"

6 Mar 23'

Lynne reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"Once again the sculpture workshop at jo's garden was an absolute delight to attend. The supportive atmosphere made the creative process extremely enjoyable and I am left feeling very happy and proud of the sculpture I was enabled to achieve. I would not hesitate to recommend the two day sculpture to anyone and look forward to visiting Jo's garden for more workshop enjoyment in the future. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you Lynne It was great having you and Nicola back in the garden studio. You both created wonderful owls, which just - just! - fitted into the car 😆. I look forward to a return visit. Jo x"

6 Mar 23'

Nicola reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"Having done a one day workshop with Jo I could't wait to return to do the 2 day workshop. It was every bit as enjoyable and again I have returned home with a piece of sculpture to be proud of. The timings over the two days have been carefully planned by Jo so at no time did I feel hurried but rather could happily immerse myself in the creative process - thanks Jo!! I would definitely recommend this 5* experience."

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you Nicola Your creative process produced a wonderful large owl - well done! We achieve such a lot during the two days, but I'm glad you did not feel rushed. Hope to see you back again! Jo x"

6 Feb 23'

Inga reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"I can certainly confirm that Jo enables "people of any skill to achieve something they did not expect". The slate workshop was the second in-person workshop I've done with Jo in her gorgeous garden studio. It was a bit scary making something abstract and not having specific steps to follow, but there is plenty of time, encouragement and tea, and a wide range of slate, stones, glass, mosaic pieces and more. From an initial mild panic about my efforts going nowhere, two great pieces of slate art emerged. In fact every artwork created in that workshop was lovely and would look good on a wall. Amazing! The other workshop I have done with Jo was making an outdoor hare sculpture, which turned out to be an impressive focal point for the garden. Step by step Jo shows and then coaches you through each stage. Each workshop with Jo has been a fabulous time away in a relaxed setting, with wonderful hospitality and I have come away with creations that I certainly didn't expect to be as good as they are. Highly recommended, even for those who don't think they are very artistic."

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you so much for this wonderful review Inga! It was lovely having you and your friends back in the studio once again. As you mention, everyone's work was gorgeous. Hope to see you again soon, Jo xx"

28 Jan 23'

Jane reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"I had been on one of Jo's sculpture workshops and saw her slate mosaic work then and really liked them. When she said she was developing a workshop, I was first in line! I was not disappointed, right from the start the whole group became absorbed in creating very individual pieces. The slate was gorgeous, almost works of art themselves, and there was lots of interesting glass and other materials to truly make a unique piece of art. Jo supplies hanging hooks, so I put mine up as soon as I got home. A fabulous day with amazing results!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you Jane - your work was lovely! Delighted to hear you popped them up on the wall when you got home. I really enjoy looking out for old pieces of slate to use, as you say - works of art in themselves. Jo x"

23 Jan 23'

Wendy Lewis reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"I made a five foot crane in the two days. This is my second workshop, having also made the lady balancing on her hands. Jo and Andy are very welcoming, and the studio space is perfect for getting immersed with making your sculpture. It is very well equipped and organised. Jo is very knowledgable, supportive and encouraging, and I have had great results both times. I will be back! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you Wendy - your crane was large and lovely!!! I hope the colours are still developing and he/she will take pride of place in your garden. Still cannot believe we managed to get it into your car 😄. Looking forward to the next adventure! Jo x"

23 Jan 23'

Heidi Turtill reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"This was an interesting delve into something abstract and different in Jo's idyllic studio. I ended up completely absorbed in the freedom to create a very unique and individual piece of art. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, the process, the outcome, the studio and Jo's guidance and hospitality is just the cherry on the icing on the cake! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you Heidi - and lovely to have you back the studio following last year's sculpture workshop. Both your pieces were quite different from each other, but you used the same colour tones, so they would still act as a pair. Fabulous work! Jo x"

23 Jan 23'

Carol Knott reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"I started the day thinking I couldn’t do this but quickly & with Jo’s expert guidance I created two lovely wall hangings that my friends have admired. Jo creates a lovely atmosphere for the course. There is lots of laughter in the group & mutual support. Truly fab ! Thank you Jo x"

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you Carol - both your slate wall sculptures were gorgeous. Lovely colour spikes to tone with the beautiful slate, I know you were apprehensive at the start, but delighted the process quickly changed that and you loved the day and the final pieces of art you created. Jo xx"

22 Jan 23'

Vivien Turner reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"The slate mosaic workshop is inspirational. Right from the beginning Jo made us very welcome, explained the process, gave a clear demonstration and explained where the beautiful slates had come from. Wonderful coloured glass is also there to tempt. The mosaics develop as you build them up in a delightful organic way and all of us had two amazing pieces of art to take home."

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you so much for this lovely review Vivien 🤗. Such a fabulous workshop to run and its wonderful how different everyone's work turned out! Your river flow was gorgeous which ever way up you decide to display it. I know you enjoyed it so much, you now wish to make a larger piece of work. As you have been to one and understand the process, you are welcome to return to another and make a large piece rather than the small ones. I look forward to seeing you again, Jo xx"

16 Jan 23'

Dawn reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"Had a great weekend with Jo, Andy and my fellow sculptors. Jo is very welcoming, well organised and hospitable, gave clear demonstrations and lots of support, giving everyone the confidence to complete some genius works of art. Beautiful surroundings despite the slightly grey January weather. It was so exciting to see the wonderful armature first thing, a work of art in it's own right so I couldn't go wrong. Great value, inspiration and encouragement, thank you!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you Dawn 😄 - I just loved your water spouting gargoyle, and keeping Andy's steel curved armature spine showing above the plasterwork was brilliant! I cannot wait to see a photo of it in-situ. Fabulous work in such a limited timeframe - well done. Jo xx"

14 Jan 23'

Aunya reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"I had a fabulous time at the two day workshop, it was the first time I'd tried anything like this and thoroughly enjoyed it. Jo took us through each step in the process explaining and guiding as we went along. She offered tips and tweaks to help us get the most out of our time. It was a fun and informative couple of days and Jo made us feel so welcome. I purchased a small hare kit as a gift whilst I was down there and it looks great, includes absolutely everything needed and am looking forward to seeing what gets produced. Thank you Jo! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

" Thank you Aunya! So glad you enjoyed the workshop and your first experience in sculpting. Your large 'with attitude' hare was gorgeous and I expect it is now settled in pride of place in your garden. I hope your gift of one of my kits goes down well and something wonderful is created. Jo xx"