Moon gazing/sitting willow hare (or rabbit) sculpture workshop (Chandlers Ford, Hampshire)
Description
Join me to create a sitting or moon-gazing hare, an animal steeped in mystery and storytelling, and a lovely addition to your home or garden. Students will learn a variety of techniques, related to freeform weaving. The workshop is suitable for anyone who is new to willow sculpture as well as those with little experience. I like to keep my attendee numbers low to enable me to provide support and advice where needed. Please note that working with willow can be tiring on the hands and will be difficult for you to do if you have conditions such as arthritis. If you want to attend one of the workshops and there are no dates please get in touch with me, and I will add your details to my waiting list just in case a space becomes available. Please note that workshops need to be booked a week in advance to allow me to soak and prepare the willow, after this date please get in touch with me before booking a place.
What's included in the price?
All tools and materials are included along with a selection of refreshments, sealed snacks, etc. Please also bring an apron or wear clothing that you like working in and your own lunch and a bucket. You are welcome to bring your own secateurs and gloves if you want to.
Duration
7 hours
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Hello, I am a willow sculptor / artist based near Southampton in Hampshire. You will often find me outside under my shelter making sculptures or outside creating work from materials that I have found. I teach in a variety of venues in and around Hampshire, as well as exhibiting my work at various art shows. I create work to commission as well as providing bespoke workshops for private and public events and projects.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Hearing impaired
- Limited mobility
- Intermediate level
- Father's Day
- Weekends
- Pet lovers
- Parking provided
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Corporate days out & team building
- Public transport
- Suitable for beginners
FAQs
It is often best to start with an activity that offers a variety of small items or a larger shape that is relatively straightforward, such as a bird workshop.
You are welcome to join us for a more detailed workshop, but please be aware that you may not make such a detailed version as someone who has more experience.
If you are someone who prefers working on small precise works, I suggest starting with the workshops where we create several smaller items, e.g Xmas crafts, garden items, small birdhouses, baskets, etc. For those of you who like to experiment and see what happens, you might prefer something more sculptural. To be fair, there is no one way and you never know until you try. It will be fun which ever you decide to do.
Weaving with willow can be difficult for anyone who has problems with grip/fine motor skills/small movements, as we will be using threading and pulling movements.
It is better to make a smaller animal, or freestanding bird, if you have low energy levels. If you want to make a larger item, such as an animal with 4 legs, we will be standing quite a bit for the first hour or two, then if you prefer, you can move to sitting.
If you are not sure please feel free to contact me and we can chat through the options that might work for you before you book a place
