Living Willow Harlequin Tree and large living structure workshop on a community farm

Description

Join willow artist Jacquie from Willow and Crafts for this fun and interactive event. This hands-on workshop will teach you the techniques needed to craft beautiful and sustainable structures using natural materials, and is perfect for anyone looking to get creative and connect with nature. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn a new skill and enjoy a day outdoors at this lovely city farm. Option one: - Half day activity. - Morning session, you will create your willow harlequin tree using my freshly cut organically grown willow. Option two: - Full day workshop. - After we have created our harlequin trees we will break for lunch, then we we will look at what is needed to design and scale this up to create large living structures such as a fedge, arbour, or dome. We will explore the practicalities of choosing the site, planning and creating the structure, choosing the willow, how to look after the plants, preparing the site, aftercare and basic maintenance. Then we will work together as a group to put what you have learned into practice and create a full-size arbour which will stay on the farm. You will also have the opportunity to wander around the farm and visit the animals, the small city farm is home to over 40 re-homed, rescued, and lifelong animals. PLEASE NOTE: This is quite a physically demanding activity and you will need a good level of manual dexterity. We will be bending over and kneeling at times and we will be standing much of the time the activity may involve clearing grass and digging. We will be outside much of the time/under cover for some of the time, you will need to wear practical outdoor, warm clothing and footwear.

What's included in the price?

You will create your willow harlequin tree to take home which includes all materials, including my own organically grown willow, use of tools and handouts. Hot drinks and cake will be provided (vegan and gluten-free options are available). If you wish to purchase willow from me to take home to make your structure this is a possibility. You will need to bring your lunch there is a basic cafe on site selling hot cheese toasties and snacks.

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Willow and Crafts

with Craft Courses since 2016

Message the tutor

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.