Mark and Rebecca Ford
Environmental artists Mark and Rebecca Ford use the medium of willow to create their sculptures.
Weave a Willow Stag Weekend with Mark and Rebecca Ford
Ref: SSW42066
About this course
Learn how to make a sculptural willow deer using willow weaving techniques.
Course Description
This two day course will enable you to create a willow stag over a steel frame armature using a free weaving technique grounded in traditional methods.
You will explore anatomical form of a stag by drawing with willow.
The aim is to learn and improve your dexterity with weaving to create a sculpture.
This course is aimed at those with some previous weaving experience and requires good hand dexterity and patience when working with willow. While the techniques are taught at an intermediate level, enthusiastic beginners who are naturally practical, enjoy working with their hands, and are confident picking up new skills are very welcome to join in the fun.
Course Materials
Included
All materials, steel armature and willow supplied
What students need to bring
Secateurs
Available to buy
A variety of art and craft materials are available from the Garden's Gatehouse Shop.
Additional information
Your sculpture will be of a size that will require a large car boot to transport home.
Timetable
Saturday
Student registration: 9.45am
Course teaching: 10am-5pm
Morning session: 10am-1pm including coffee/tea break
Lunch break: 1pm-2pm (lunch included)
Afternoon session: 2pm-5pm including coffee/tea break
Teaching finishes: 5pm
Sunday
Course teaching: 9am-4pm
Morning session: 9am-1pm including coffee/tea break
Lunch break: 1pm-2pm (lunch included)
Teaching finishes: 4pm
General Information
Tutors
Accommodation
Residential option available. Find out accommodation costs and how to book here.
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