A workshop exploring natural leaf material with hand stitch.
Our first evening will include an introductory talk with samples and examples.
Gathering a variety of leaves from the West Dean gardens during the workshop, we will explore these as surfaces for hand stitch and look at different approaches for stitching, joining and preparing our leaves. Learning by handling and engaging with materials, we will gain an understanding of qualities in leaves of different plant variety and state.
A combination of attention to detail and an experimental approach will lead us through a process of learning some creative possibilities with leaves and enable students to gain confidence in working with unconventional materials.
Included
On this course the tutor will supply most of the materials including sewing threads.
College to supply A4 cartirdge paper
What students need to bring
Basic hand sewing kit, including cotton threads and needles
Additional information
Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).
Arrival day
Residential students can arrive from 4pm, non-residential students to arrive by 7.15pm for registration. Students arriving earlier are welcome to purchase dinner in the College Dining Room from 6pm.
Students meet their tutor in the Bar at 7.30pm prompt to go to studios.
First Teaching session: 7.30pm - 9pm (attendance is essential)
Daily timetable
Course teaching: 9.15am - 5pm
Morning session: 9.15am - 12.45pm including coffee/tea break
Lunch break: 12.45pm - 2pm*
Afternoon session: 2pm - 5pm including coffee/tea break
Teaching finishes: 5pm
Evening working: students may have access to workshops until 9pm, but only with permission from the tutor and provided any health and safety guidelines are observed.
Departure day
Course teaching: 9.15am - 3pm
Teaching finishes: 3pm
Residential students will need to check out of rooms by 10am.
Please note, the tutor may make slight variations to the daily timetable as required.
*Lunch can be purchased on campus, view options
