Create a willow farmyard or wading bird sculpture workshop Eastleigh Hampshire
Description
Join me in creating characterful bird sculptures using willow! We’ll focus on familiar favourites from the farmyard and wetlands—perhaps a strutting chicken, a curious duck or goose, or even a graceful heron. Each bird has its own charm, and you’ll bring that personality to life through your sculpture. Your finished piece will include sturdy metal legs, so it can be placed directly in the ground or displayed on a base. Please note: Bookings must be made no later than the Monday before the workshop to allow time for soaking and preparing the willow. If you're hoping to join after this deadline, please contact me first before booking.
What's included in the price?
- All materials and tools are included as well as basic refreshments. - You will need to bring your own lunch, and a bucket.
Duration
7 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 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.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Mother's Day
- Pet lovers
- Parking provided
- Easter
- Suitable for beginners
- Father's Day
- Intermediate level
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.
Weaving with willow can be difficult for anyone who has problems with grip/fine motor skills/small movements, as we will be using threading and pulling movements.
It is better to make a smaller animal, or freestanding bird, if you have low energy levels. If you want to make a larger item, such as an animal with 4 legs, we will be standing quite a bit for the first hour or two, then if you prefer, you can move to sitting.
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
