5th September Priscilla Edwards Wire Sculpture Workshop

 There is no separate meeting this month, just a workshop 10am-4pm at the United Reformed Church Hall.

Workshop content description :

Explore the extraordinary possibilities of working with lightweight wire to create small scale sculptures. Discover how to shape wire by simply using pliers and fingertip manipulation to make a structure. Priscilla will share with you her unique combination of creative techniques to embellish your piece using layers of fabric and wax before adding touches of paper, paint, buttons, beads and hand stitch.

As the sculptures develop you will see their distinct characters unfolding and becoming your own unique creations.  Most equipment and materials are provided (see list for suggested things to bring). Please feel free to bring any additional materials you wish to work with. Priscilla’s workshops always encourage you to develop personal pieces of work.

This workshop would suit anyone who enjoys working with mixed media textile and embroidery techniques.

Materials provided by tutor at £3.50 per person

   Wax

   Silk Habotai and Chiffon 

   Paper covered wire

   Lace

   Buttons 

   Scrap paper

   Pins

   Latex gloves

   Wax pots

   Brushes

   Acrylic paints

   Ribbons 

   

Participants to provide:

   Apron

   Pen and paper

   Grip pliers

   A large wooden cotton reel or similar for stand

   Disposable table protectors 

Plus if you wish

   A small collection of light weight fabrics - cottons and silks work best

   A small selection of scrap paper

   Any additional haberdashery 

   Beads and broken jewellery.