October 2019
Leather Sketch Pad – Design and create your own A5 or A6 sketchbook
In this one day workshop you will create your own A5 or A6 leather bound sketch pad. The day will be split into two halves - half of the day you will be working on constructing the inside of the book and on the other half you will be designing the leather cover. For the pages of the book you will choose the paper, decide how many pages your sketch book will have and also choose what size and shape…
Find out more »Make your own unique silver ring with Amy Smith
In this workshop you will be learning how to make your own unique silver ring. You will be introduced to the tools and equipment used to create a silver band and then create your own design with Amy's help. To make the ring you will use beginners silversmithing techniques such as saw piercing, soldering, adding texture and finishing. Groups are very small allowing for lots of help on an individual basis. Amy Smith achieved a 1st class honours in a degree…
Find out more »ArtShack kids! Autumn themed Art and Science fun workshop
Introducing ArtShack for kids! Starting this half term, Artshack is now able to offer creative, educational sessions for children during the school holidays. Linking creativity with science, your child will enjoy a structured art session where they will create a finished piece to take home using a variety of techniques. In addition, they will learn the basic scientific principles of the day's theme. During this workshop children will identify which season we are currently in, what colours Autumn makes them…
Find out more »November 2019
Design and print your own Christmas cards and gift tags
Have you ever wanted to be able to send out stylish hand-printed Christmas cards? On this day long workshop you will work with Artist Sam Johnson Squire to learn how to create a Christmas themed design and develop it into a lino cut for cards and gift tags. After cutting the design you will be making a number of prints on cards using a printing press, (other techniques will also be shown so you can continue to make more prints…
Find out more »Make your own lampshade
Join Amy Smith in this workshop where she will teach you how to make your own lampshade. You will need to bring a selection of fabrics to the workshop (minimum of 1m lengths) thinking about how the patterns and designs of the fabric will appear on the lampshade. Amy will work with you to select which fabric to use before taking you through the steps of how to successfully stretch the fabrics onto the 30cm drum lampshade. The 30cm drum…
Find out more »Leather animal keyrings
On this half day workshop will guide you through the process of creating yours or a loved ones pets as leather keyrings or tree decorations - perfect for handmade Christmas presents! The workshop is for all, from complete beginners to more experienced, developing simple drawings on high quality leather into perfect pooches and curious cats. You will learn how to use our burning tools to add detail and character to your creations as well as some basic leather working techniques.…
Find out more »December 2019
Christmas Wreath making with Amy Smith
Join us for an afternoon making a gorgeous Christmas wreath with artist Amy Smith. Cost will include all materials plus mince pies and mulled wine (or tea/coffee if you prefer) plus free parking. Small groups so that you get lots of individual attention. Book early to avoid disappointment
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