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These workshops cater to artists at all levels of experience and address or revisit some basic techniques and approaches within each of the media on offer.
- A for Adults;
- TPD Teacher Professional Development;
- PS Can be modified for primary school students;
- SS Can be modified for secondary school students;
- FSE for Festivals and Special Events
FOUNDATIONS WORKSHOPS
Drawing and Painting
REBECCA BERRETT
Children’s picture books: design and illustrate a dummy rough A PS SS
Unravel the mysteries of Children’s Picture Book design and illustration. Bring along a story to illustrate. Working initially from a storyboard, expand upon your ideas to create a 32-page dummy rough. The workshop will cover sequencing, pagination, varying the viewpoint, book design conventions, and illustration possibilities. Download the ouline here..
Cartoon funshop Cartooning PS SS
Brian Doyle draws on the whiteboard non-stop, demonstrating his professional cartoon clues, inviting participants to draw with him. Participants are encouraged to use their ‘silly brains’ and learn that there are no rules to cartooning. This crash course in drawing teaches participants how to ‘eggs-aggerate’, draw ‘eggs-pressions’ and learn the cartoonist’s secret word. Download the workshop outline here
JULIE MCENERNY
Botanical drawing with watercolour pencils A SS
After sourcing and discussing subject mater from nearby gardens or bushland, workshop participants will sharpen their skills and discover the many possible effects of watercolour pencils, completing several postcard sized and at least one A3 botanical drawing. A nature lover’s workshop! Download he ouline here..
SHARON MUIR
Drawing from nature Drawing SS
Draw inspiration from the natural world by observing closely the patterns, forms, textures and colours found in nature. Working from natural objects and photographs, explore the dry media of artist quality pastels and charcoal, experimenting with a variety of techniques in a relaxed and stimulating environment. Develop confidence in observational skills and expressive drawing. All participants, beginner and intermediate, will be attended to individually. Materials levy approx $5. Download the workshop outline here
ANNEKE SILVER
Drawing for beginners
Drawing is a great way to learn to ‘see’. It can be the foundation for further art making or an art form in itself. Use oriental brush and ink, charcoal, conté or pencil to capture a moment in time or a quality of light. This workshop will begin with the basic principles of tone, line and mark making, using structured exercises and will then work towards individual expression. Download the workshop outline here
Elementary watercolour Painting
Learn the basics of watercolour and discover the joy of keeping a visual diary. Specific techniques will be presented and participants will then explore individualised interpretations of these. Includes historical examples, hands-on instruction and discussion. Download the workshop outline here
ALAN TULLOCH
Creative approaches to figure drawing Drawing SS
Drawing the figure can be a compelling yet challenging pursuit, requiring hours of dedication to improve skills. This workshop introduces a range of creative approaches that accelerate representational skills. It also opens up doors to a range of alternate aesthetic
considerations in the practice of figure drawing. Beginners as well as artists with previous
figure drawing experience find advantages in Alan Tulloch’s broad and creative approaches to figure drawing. Materials levey approx $15 - $20. Download the workshop outline here..
SHENA HAYDEN
Young artists drawing and painting workshop PS
In this fun workshop young artists will learn creative and exciting ways to develop painting and drawing skills. They will learn basic techniques such as colour mixing, palette knife, brush application, and composition using still life and the environment as well as their imagination to create unique artworks to take home and proudly hang on the wall. Materials levy approx $10. Download the workshop outline here..
DAMIEN KAMHOLTZ
Colouring outside the lines A TPD
This is a professional development workshop for staff in childcare settings. The workshop promotes the importance of creativity in the lives of children and creativity as an educational tool. The workshop goal is to promote high quality art activities that allow for individual expression and learning as opposed to adult/teacher directed or ‘gimmicky’ activities. Staff will have the opportunity to create their own art works. Download the workshop outline here..
ROBERT ANDREWS
The surface and beyond A SS
A painting workshop (with some mixed media) which challenges participants to think of paintings not only as windows on some aspect of the world but also as objects in their own right. Participants are encouraged to use a contemporary abstract style to interpret aspects of their surroundings. Several approaches and painting techniques will be investigated and used, including gestural mark-making, combinations of opaque and thinned colours/tones, impasto, and alternative methods of applying paint. Dowload the workshop outline here..
RAMONA CAVANAGH
Your wall, your story, your image A SS PS CP
Make a unique public artwork based on your school or community group’s activities, history, the surrounding environment or participant’s opinions and feelings. A mural is a great way to focus groups to work towards a common goal and learn new skills in a non-threatening environment. Dowload the workshop outline here..
PAMELA DENISE
The big picture: mural painting A SS PS CP
This mural painting workshop is designed to celebrate a sense of self and place.The mural designed on site by a group through a design process facilitated by the artist, then painted by participants. Materials levy approx $20 per peson plus freight. Dowload the workshop outline here..
DAMIEN KAMHOLTZ
Painted bridges PS CP
This is a community project-based workshop in which children create collaborative artworks with children from another country or community. One of the outcomes of the project can be an exhibition of created artworks within the chosen community. Materials levy approx $5 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Sharon Muir
Painting from nature A SS PS
Capture your individual responses to the natural world through a progression of stimulating exercises inspired by the textures, forms and colours found in nature. Explore mixed media collage techniques and develop a repertoire of acrylic painting effects using an assortment of art tools and brushes. Beginners and more experienced artists will benefit from this workshop. Materilas levy approx $5 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Anneke Silver
Elementary watercolour A
Learn the basics of watercolour and discover the joy of keeping a visual diary. Several specific techniques will be presented and participants will then explore individualized interpretations of these. There will be plenty of historical examples and hands on instruction and discussion. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Colour Theory, Art History and Public Art
SHARON MUIR
Colour A SS
Develop confidence with using colour by learning how to mix the colour you want every time, using the double primary mixing system. The colour wheel and the most commonly used colour schemes will be gradually introduced, with the aim of developing a strong foundation in the understanding and use of colour. Experience is gained through practical hands on sessions using coloured paper and paint. This workshop is open to anyone interested in colour and applicable to any medium. Materials levy $15 per person - 2 day workshop. $10 per person - 1 day workshop in secondary schools. Dowload the workshop outline here..
PAUL JOHNSON
Art in public places A CP
In this workshop presentation participants will learn the full range of considerations necessary to secure and complete a commission for a public artwork. The workshop includes publicity and promotion; designing for public spaces; materials, construction, conservation and safety; and finances, contracts and copyright. The workshop will be centred around a hypothetical local project and requires engagement in the design work, materials research, costing and preparing clear proposals. Levy approx $5 per person - handouts and digital photo prints. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Multi-artform
VALEIE KEENAN
Another kind of museum A SS PS
Draw from the monuments of your ancestors to create an artwork that is a response to the way you connect to the history that surrounds you. Participants will meet at a local cemetery* and consider the visual impact of this museum of our families. They will then move to a studio environment and translate this information into one of more artworks that are a response to their visit, in media of choice. * The location could also be an old mill, smelter, or other historic landmark. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Material representations of history A SS PS
Journey back in time into the history of your landscape to create an artwork that is a response to the way you connect to the people, places and environments that surround you. Participants are asked to bring in an object or objects that have connections to a memory or place, to their youth or family connections, eg photo, letter, keepsake, curio, artefact etc. They will create artworks in media of their choice. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Mixed Media
ROBERT ANDREWS
Stick it! A SS
A mixed media workshop that encourages participants to experiment with the use of collage and found objects to create works that explore the boundaries between 2D and 3D art. Several genres can be interpreted during the workshop, including versions of still life, portrait, figure in the environment and/or landscape. Participants will also be encouraged to use experimental drawing techniques as part of the process. Dowload the workshop outline here..
RAMONA CAVANAGH
Thought to reality A SS PS
Use visual language to tell your own story. Learn how to understand symbology, use colour, layout and positioning principles and explain your story in the finished piece. Concentrating on the suggestive rather than the descriptive, participants will be encouraged to produce unique art pieces from their own thoughts and ideas. Dowload the workshop outline here..
ADRIENNE FLEMMING
Mixed media postcards A SS
Create postcards reflecting our relationships with where and how we live using mixed media techniques.The workshop will challenge participants to reflect on their own interaction with “where and how they live”. They will create a set of postcards using a variety of techniques that will document their understanding of their “sense of place”, featuring images of personal significance. Participants will work with mixed media using paint, paper, collage etc. Material levy $10 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
SARAH LARSEN
The magic of mixed media A SS PS
This is an exciting, high energy, mixed media workshop incorporating figurative and landscape themes. A smorgasbord of techniques and approaches will cater for all skill levels. Demonstrations and exercises will familiarise participants with the media, culminating in at least one complete large work. Dowload the workshop outline here..
DAWNE VAN DE BUNDE
Free-form expression in mixed media A
Turn an idea or subject into a painting. Dawne will encourage a mixed media approach with whatever materials the participants have or can find. The aim of the workshop is to extend ideas and skills through a variety of painting and drawing techniques that will investigate the challenge and perceptions of art and art making methods. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Digital photography
RONITA NEAL
Introduction to photography: the secrets of taking a great photograph A SS
The workshop will explore the basic technical and artistic skills needed to make a great photograph. You will learn the common mistakes people make, the basics of how to compose a photo to have impact and how to “see” what will make a good photograph. We will discuss how to choose cameras and equipment relevant to the type of photos participants would like to take. The presentation of the workshop is via digital display allowing participants to see visual examples of the topics being covered in the workshop as well as teaching points. Includes practical sessions and review of images. Possible levy for provision of Data Projector. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Taking your photography further: refining your photography techniques A SS
The workshop will take participants through using the more advanced features of the camera, as well as technical and artistic issues. The participants will then undertake a project using these insights and their vision to push the boundaries of their work. The presentation of the workshop is via digital display allowing participants to see visual examples of the topics being covered in the workshop as well as teaching points. Includes practical sessions and review of images. Possible levy for peovision of Data Projector. Dowload the workshop outline here..
JUDY PARROTT
Story telling through photography A SS CP
Participants will tell the story of their place through sensory responses to their environment. The course teaches elements of composition and design to develop skills for taking better photographs, and focuses on using photography to develop the art of seeing. The workshop will finish with a creative writing or oral story-telling piece about sense of place, based on the photographs taken. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Film
DI BALL
Digital imaging and manipulation A SS
This workshop will demystify digital imaging and introduce participants to the basic tools used in photo manipulaton, Resolution, pixel, masking, layering and other basics will be explored to give a foundation in digital imaging. Dowload the workshop outline here..
JILLIAN DAWSON
Digital storytelling A SS
Tell your story digitally. Each workshop participant will research, write and create a DVD of their personal story using digital photos, voice overs and short video clips. A great way to pass on your family history. Materials levy $15 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Film clips A SS
For all those lovers of music, this film workshop will explore the phenomenon of the film clip culture, from country to rock. Participants will discuss and study a variety of film clips, then work in small groups to write, act and film their own film clip. Each group will receive a DVD copy of their clip. Materials levy $15 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
GRANT HODGES
Introduction to clay animation SS PS
Participants will learn and develop skills in sculpture with clay, concept development, set and prop construction and frame by frame animation. Using these skills, they will create a clay animation sequence that is a reflection of their interests, skills, talents and life experiences. The animation productions can be showcased as a video installation or premiere night. Materials: the tutor can provide at cost price one animation suite and some other materials and resources for $20 per student + freight charges. DVD copies of the finished animations can also be supplied for $10 each (including postage and handling). Dowload the workshop outline here..
TAMARA KIRBY
Zoetropes and thaumatropes PS
Explore early cinema through the techniques of yesteryear. Create an optical moving image using popular amusement toys form the 19th Century. Yes there was life before DVD. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Glass and Silversmithing
JUDITH BOHM-PARR
Warm glass or fusing and slumping
Fusing – joining pieces of glass together by melting them in a kiln ending in a flat piece of “fused” glass. Slumping – using a mold to shape a piece of glass or previously “fused” piece of glass to make things like bowls or plates. Kiln casting – creating a three dimensional figure by melting pieces or crushed glass mold in the kiln.
Level 1: Beginners A
Fusing glass in a kiln, resulting in two projects that can be taken home, such as tiles, drink coasters, fridge magnets, wind chimes etc. Materials $35 - $55 depending on materials and equiptment the tutor needs/can supply + optional $90 tool kit per person, bulk purchase (6 or more kits) 15% discount.Dowload the workshop outline here..
Level 2: Intermediate A
Turn a flat fused piece of glass into a bowl or plate. Learn how to texture glass, use crushed glass, powdered glass, simple moulds for glass slumping. Skills learned in previous class will be expanded on. Materials: $40 - $70 depending on materials and equiptment the tutor needs/can supply + optional $90 tool kit per person, bulk purchase (6 or more kits) 15% discount. Dowload the workshop outline here..
TRACY BROWN
Introduction to glass beadmaking Jewellery
This class is an introduction to the art of glass beadmaking. Safety issues are covered and then an introduction to glass properties and the glass that is used. Basic techniques are demonstrated and then practised by the student to learn to make a glass bead and decorate it. Demostrations are run throughout the class with an emphasis on correct techniques. The class is also designed to be a fun play with the glass. Materials levy approx $15. Download the workshop outline here
Glass beadmaking – intermediate Jewellery
This class is a follow on from the beginners class – with more techniques demonstrated and practised and an introduction to different materials including the use of silver foil, some of the handmade reactive colours in the Moretti and Vetrofond soft glass range. Use of bead presses and some basic bead decorations. Materials levy approx $25. Download the workshop outline here
DEB COCKS
Texture and images on glass – enamelling and firing glass A SS
Experiment with painting on flat glass and glass vessels using traditional techniques and fired-on enamels. Participants will be encouraged to find imagery and textures in the world around them and to translate these onto glass. Designing, firing cycles, OH&S and glass properties will also be covered. Materials levy approx $15. Dowload the workshop outline here..
CLAIRE LOCKER
Fused glass pendants and brooches A
An exciting glass fusing workshop. Participants will learn how to handle and cut glass safely, creating individual pieces of art in their brooches and pendants, layering different colours with a hint of silver or gold as a highlight, firing in a kiln, and securing the findings. Materials levy approx $15. Dowload the workshop outline here..
MAURI MAUNSELL
Ringmaking for beginners Silversmithing
Participants will be introduced to silversmithing tools and basic techniques such as sawing, filing, soldering, polishing and piercing. At least two pieces of sterling silver jewellery will be completed. Materials levy approx $50 per person, N.B. this price can be subject to change and is dependable on the price of metal . Download the workshop outline here..
Intermediate silversmithing Silversmithing
This course is designed for those with some level of expertise who wish to explore other methods of making jewellery. Topics include: stone setting; ring making techniques such as box rings or round hollow rings; modelling; and carving in wax for casting into jewellery or for those who wish to develop their own pieces. Materials levy approx $50 N.B. this price can be subject to change and is dependable on the price of metal. Download the workshop outline here..
Metal bead making A
Beads can be made in many ways and many different materials. This workshop will enable students to make their own unique handcrafted and handmade metal beads from many materials and I many diverse methods. Participants will investigate different versions and forms of metal beads such as double domed, square, rectangular and fused beads and various methods of decorating such as fusing, fold forming, reticulating (surface melting) and piercing and overlaid or appliquéd layers of metal. Participants should have a basic level of soldering and sawing. Materials levy approx $50 N.B. this price can be subject to change and is dependable on the price of metal. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Ceramics
JULIA BELL
Mosaic madness Mosaic PS SS
Participants will learn to create basic skills to create colourful mosaics. Individual pieces can be created to take home. Community groups may prefer to work collaboratively on a larger scale to produce wall decorations or murals. Materials levy approx $20 plus freight. Download the workshop outline here..
MOLLIE BOSWORTH
Spiralling colour Ceramics
This workshop will introduce the fun and unpredictability of throwing with coloured clay. Participants will learn easy methods to mix coloured clays and techniques for altering the pattern will be explored. Suitable for participants with some wheel throwing skills, but participants may choose to work on coil built forms. Materials levy approx $4 plus freight. Download the workshop outline here..
Inbuilt colour and pattern Ceramics
Participants will learn easy methods to mix coloured clays and explore making laminated patterned slabs for building decorative or functional forms. They will discover millefiori techniques for making repeat motifs patterning. Participants will consider types of patterning and suitability to form. Suitable for beginners to advanced students. Materials levy approx $4 plus freight. Download the workshop outline here..
GRANT HODGES
Fresh clay fired fast Ceramics PS SS
Using a new Queensland clay, participants will hand build sculptures and functional vessels using innovative construction techniques including relief carving and found objects. These will be fast fired using a new style of small affordable kiln that is wood or gas fired and does not require work to be pre-dried. Believe it or not! Materials levy $7.00 per person plus freight. Download the workshop outline here..
Reinvent ‘funk’tional clay objects Ceramics PS SS
Learn a variety of forming techniques that can be used to create functional ceramic objects. From the ancient yet innovative technique of coil and throw (if pottery wheels are available) to found object slump and hump moulding, this is a very hands-on workshop which will engage beginner to expert clay artists. Download the workshop outline here..
Introduction to clay animation Animation PS SS
Participants will learn and develop skills in sculpture with clay, concept development, set and prop construction and frame by frame animation. Using these skills, they will create a clay animation sequence that is a reflection of their interests, skills, talents and life experiences. The animation productions can be showcased as a video installation or premiere night. Materials levy $20 per person plus freight. Download the workshop outline here..
CLAIRE LOCKER
Unique teapots A SS
Create a unique teapot using different forming techniques, textured slabs, coils, patterns and stencils. Each teapot will be painted with bright underglaze colours, glazed in a shiny clear glaze and fired. There will be plenty of support material available. Materials levy $15 per person plus freight. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Puppetry
WANDA BENNETT
Playing with puppets: body shield puppetry PS
This workshop is aimed at primary school students and is a fantastic introduction to large-scale mask-making, movement and performance skills. Using recycled cardboard and newspaper as a base the students will create body size masks, with exaggerated 3D features. The finished mask is then “played” with and different methods of movement are explored. Materials approx $3.50 per person (when working with school groups schools are requested to provide their own paint and brushes, etc). Dowload the workshop outline here..
Playing with puppets: shadow puppetry PS
Working in small groups participants will choose a basis story for their shadow performance. This “story” (approx. 3 – 5 minutes) may be taken from a book, a poem or may be created from the students’ imagination. After creating puppets the stories are then narrated or performed to music. Participants need basic scissor skills. Materials levy $3 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Giant puppet workshop A SS PS CP FSE
Using a variety of techniques participants will be taught the basics of making large processional puppets or other creatures. The workshop will incorporate different ideas and methods for creating characters and props. Time permitting, participants will be introduced to movement and performance techniques associated with street performance. Maerials laevy $35 - $45 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Sculpture - 3D
MARIA ISABEL AND ALFREDO AQUILIZAN
Project be-longing: portraits (Community project) SS CP FSE
Husband and wife team* Alfredo and Maria Isabel Aquilizan will guide a group of participants in an installation workshop that touches on the concept of memory, its relation to object and identity, the idea of space, and art as a process of collaboration. For example, participants will work with plaster of Paris, using old shoes as molds to create a collective ephemeral installation. This workshop can also be oriented towards developing concepts for site-specific public or other projects designed to suit the specific needs of the community. (*NB this workshop involves 2 artists - conditions apply). Dowload the workshop outline here..
WANDA BENNETT
3D art for projects, processions, celebrations and theatre A CP FSE TPD
This is a series of workshops designed to give an introduction to “making for performance”. The classes will cover simple techniques useful for making lanterns, puppets, environmental sculpture, costumes and props. Cane, bamboo, paper and fabric will be the main materials used and participants will be given the opportunity to discuss, design and create a variety of art works. Materials levy $12 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Earth works: creations using natural materials A SS PS CP FSE
Using natural “found” materials participants will create temporary and permanent pieces of artwork. Basic weaving and construction skills will be taught and students will be encouraged to “Play” with an assortment of natural materials – vines, leaves, stones, soil, flowers, bamboo, string, shells etc. Materials levy $16 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Woven story A SS PS CP FSE
Using an assortment of materials – cane, fabric, handmade paper, local grasses etc, participants will use basic weaving skills to produce a small woven article. Through use of colour, texture and text participants will be encouraged to make their finished article a “memento” representative of a special time, place or personal story. Materials levy $12 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
SHENA HAYDEN
Amazing imaginative sculptural creatures in papier mache SS PS
Explore the wonders of creative 3D forms using the marvellous construction material of papier mache. Learn to manipulate and build imaginative creatures and interesting forms using paper, card, wire and tape. Participants will explore their own interests and develop their own unique creations to build an imaginative three dimensional creature, an exotic bird, and an acrobatic figure. Available April – June. Materials levy $10 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
MICHAEL HEWITT
Beachlife: sand sculpture FSE
Invite Michael to your next community event or festival and create a beachside masterpiece using his unique approach to sand sculpture. Look and learn or even join in as Michael’s creations come to life. Dowload the workshop outline here..
DAMIEN KAMHOLTZ
Box construction PS CP
This is a very simple workshop based on the premise that if you give a child a toy, it is a toy, but if you give a child a cardboard box, it can become an infinite number of things. And when you give a large number of children hundreds of cardboard boxes, the possibilities for creativity are endless… Dowload the workshop outline here..
TAMARA KIRBY
Secret space hideaways PS
Build your own cubby house environment and open up the doors to your fantasies. Using found objects, design, construct and decorate your special place from your wildest dreams. Dowload the workshop outline here..
PAUL JOHNSON
Sculpture in the environment Ephemeral art SS
Participants will work with found and natural materials to create forms expressing relationships and meaning specific to the site. Documenting the products with photographyis integral to the art form, as is returning the environment to its former state. Materials levy approx $10. Download the workshop outline here..
MAURI MAUNSELL
Wax modelling for sculpture Sculpture
This workshop will enable participants to work in wax to create sculptures that can be cast into metal, particularly bronze, or for the creation of models for larger works. Materials levy approx $15. Download the workshop outline here..
CASSELLE MOUNTFORD
Contemporary environmental sculpture A SS
Using various natural materials, participants will create a 3D free standing or suspended fantasy creature. The workshop will introduce participants to a range of construction methods, weaving techniques and materials. Materials levy approx $15. Download the workshop outline here..
Adopt-a-tree: woven environmental sculpture PS
An environmental workshop introducing participants to a range of tactile materials and weaving techniques. The workshop will culminate in a tree dressing celebration as trees are decorated with woven nests and sculptures created during the day. Materials levy approx $5. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Textiles
NANCY BROWN
Silk painting, dyeing, patterning and printing SS
During this course, participants will learn about creating designs, using silk painting techniques, batik and other resists, as well as shibori folding and dyeing. Participants will create their own amazing patterns on silk scarves and silk pieces, then learn how to set the dyes and silk paints so that they are washable. Materials $30 per person for adults, $4 per student in school workshop. Download the adult workshop outline here.. Dowload the school workshop outline here..
KIRSTEN INGEMAR
Finding colour in nature through plant dyeing PS SS
Discover the amazing colours attainable from local flora. Learn to dye natural fibres with a variety of plant materials and a minimum of chemicals. Create intricate designs and patterns on fabric with simple shibori techniques. Together the group will create a small colour catalogue of plants used in the workshop for future reference. Let yourself be inspired for more! Materials levy approx $8. Download the workshop outline here..
Plant dyeing, collage and exploring with textiles PS SS
This course focuses on playing, exploring, experimenting and developing your own ideas with textiles. Participants will be taught a number of process exercises and sampling with fabrics, paper and found objects; includes a plant dyeing session. Materials levy approx $8. Download the workshop outline here..
PHILLIPA ROOKE
Felted silk overdress A
Create a distinctively unique garment using a fine tissue silk and modifying its surface with wool and silk fibres. This workshop will explore the fine laying out of wool fibre, the use of silk fibre on its surface, and the nuno felting technique. The resulting fabric is then stitched together into a light filmy garment. Materials levy approx $55 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Fine felt with a glow A
Make a lovely fine light fabric with the cosiness of wool and the strength of silk. Using a process developed by the artist which uses silk cap and fine micron merino wool, and looks at how to extract and extend silk cap in order to lay it out, and a simple method for laying out wool finely. The resultant fabrics could be made into a small garment or incorporated into a larger piece. Materials levy approx $55 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
FIONA WRIGHT
Felt Inspirations A SS
Drawing inspiration from a place special to us we will learn the techniques needed to depict it in felt. We will look at the nuts and bolts of creating our masterpieces in nuno felt. Dyeing wool and silk, techniques of producing a nuno felt, printing onto the surface, stitch and use it to work some pieces reflecting special places. Available May – June; August. Materials levy approx $20 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Sumptuous surfaces in felt A SS
Using simple techniques based on felting we will combine wool and silk to make rich sumptuous ‘fabrics’. These fabrics are ideal to use in art quilts and garments. We will cover dying wool and silk, a number of printing techniques to add another layer to the pieces, explore the possibilities of metal foils and the colour combining possibilities to build up rich layers in these fabrics. Materials levy approx $20 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
CHRISTINE YARKER
Fabulous fabric hats A SS
Make your own fabulous fabric hats using traditional millinery techniques. This is a beginning pattern making and construction course, giving participants instruction on how to draft patterns and construct hats. Participants should be able to create at least two unique hats that not only look great but fit perfectly. Available July – September. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Gorgeous trimmings for hats, bags and clothing A SS
This workshop is entirely devoted to trimmings and the wonderful effects that can be achieved using ribbons, fabrics, feathers, veiling and more. From silk and ribbon roses and bows to curling and cutting feathers into shape, participants will be encouraged to experiment with combinations and start to build their own library of ideas that can be used as a resource for future projects. Available May, July - August. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Printmaking
NANCY BROWN
Patterning and printing on textiles PS SS
This workshop shows school groups how to create patterns and print them in tessellated designs onto textiles. Students will observe, draw, cut and create their own designs around a theme, for example plants and animals, which can be printed as individual pieces on shirts or bags or as a class banner project. Nancy can teach a variety of screenprinting techniques, including blockprinting and lino carving. Materials $4 per student. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Printing on textiles A SS
Learn how to screenprint from hand cut stencils and photographic emulsion. Create repeat patterns from lino blocks and collagraphs and print them onto cotton, patchwork pieces, bags and shirts. Create colourful community banners with your own designs and create sun prints from found objects onto fabrics that are fully washable. Materials $15 - $30 per person for adults, $4 per student in school workshop + $6 for fabric if required. Dowload the workshop outline here..
TAMARA KIRBY
Spontaneous impressions SS PS
Explore basic printmaking principles through lino cutting and collagraphic techniques. Participants will work towards a collaborative storybook using spontaneous text and image and will also take home prints of their own work. Materials approx $2 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
WENDY MCGRATH
Layering the landscape A SS
In this workshop participants will combine drawing, photographs, objects and personal symbols to produce contemporary interpretations of landscape with photopolymer printmaking. The workshop is an introduction to non-toxic printmaking incorporating mediums such as collage, drawing, found objects and photographic media to produce a final etching using photopolymer etching plates. This process uses UV light and water to develop an etching plate, with emphasis on safe and environmentally friendly studio practice. Technique will be demonstrated and participants will make and print their own etching plate under supervision. Materials approx $10 per person. Dowload the workshop outline here..
Artist books, papermaking and origami
DIANE TAIT
Learn the art of coptic binding Artist book SS
Coptic binding is an old and well recognised style. The main feature of this binding is that the book opens flat so it is easy to use as a journal or drawing surface. Materials levy approx $4. Download the workshop outline here..
Take the concertina to a new level Artist book SS
Take the basic concertina book fold to a new level. Endless styles can be achieved with some creative ideas (samples will be available). Materials levy approx $4. Download the workshop outline here..
Turn paper into books PS
This workshop will allow participants to make a simple range of books so that each participant has something complete to take home. These books look more complicated than expected, giving participants a great sense of achievement. Dowload the workshop outline here..
DAWNE VAN DE BUND
From plants to paper Papermaking SS
Create your own beautiful handmade paper completely from plants. Participants will be taught how to prepare grasses, leaves and other suitable plant materials. A hands-on workshop; participants will walk away with unique and individual papers. Download the workshop outline here..
GRANT HODGES
Flying origami PS
Learn how to make your own plane using the ancient art of origami. You will be every teacher’s worst nightmare as your planes will fly higher and faster than ever before! To prove your champion plane building skills a competition will take place on completion of the activity. So watch out for planes overhead because the flying origami pilots will be out in full force! Dowload the workshop outline here..