Willow woodpecker or kingfisher sculpture workshop at River Hamble Country Park (nr. Southampton, Hampshire)
Description
Join me at this lovely setting to create one of our most recognizable wild birds. It is such a treat, we will be in the barn in the lovely country park. You never know you might hear one when you are walking in the grounds. Your bird will be made from willow which still has its bark on and so is equally happy to be sited indoors or outside. You will need to bring your lunch or you can purchase sandwiches etc in the onsite cafe. You are welcome to arrive early or leave later and walk around the grounds
What's included in the price?
Teas and coffee tools and materials including stainless steel legs and a wooden block for your sculpture to stand on.
Duration
6 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.
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.
I usually find that making a small item can be difficult for anyone who has problems with grip,/ fine motor skills / small movements, if your not sure please contact me
We often use our thighs to hold items so if this a problem for you please let me know. also working on large items can be quite tiring as it can be quite physical.
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
