Dogs - Intermediate level Adult Needle Felting Workshop

Description

Taking place at The Art Yard gallery in Cradley Heath. This is an adult needle felting workshop with tutor Natalie Harris (Brooks). Natalie is a fine artist using needle felting and the creator of Roly Poly Ponies. This workshop is aimed at adults (18+) that have done a few needle felting projects before...attendees should already have a basic grasp of needle felting and be able to make firmly felted shapes (balls, eggs, flat shapes). The focus will be on using a simple armature, developing shapes and adding a touch of realism...so if that's something that you are looking to move onto, this workshop is for you! This is an open workshop in that I will be offering pointers on your make and starting you off with the right techniques, but you will adapt them to suit your own dog sculpture. To ensure that I have the correct colour and fibre available, you will need to send me a photo of the dog that you would like to make (I will need one directly from the side). If you are just interested in a certain breed that's fine, just let me know what breed and colour. You will make your own armature and by then end you have produced the main shape of your dog and begun to add colour and markings. I would love for you to take home a finished piece, but some dogs are more complicated than others. If you don't quite finish, you may take materials from the workshop, and you should have the confidence to add any finishing touches at home. Booking essential. Full T+C's are on the notes section of my page or are available upon request.

What's included in the price?

All materials are included, though if you have a favourite needle or holder/handle or felting mat feel free to bring it along. Tea and coffee are provided throughout the session, but please bring your own packed lunch. Full Terms and Conditions can be found on the “notes” section of my page, or are available upon request.

Cancellation policy

Non-refundable - Refunds are not available

Maker

Natalie Brooks Artist

with Craft Courses since 2019

Message the tutor

Natalie is a fine artist that has been using needle felting as a part of her practice since 2015. Natalie uses felting in both 2D and 3D works and has had work shown nationally including the RBSA, Society of Equestrian Artists, Wolverhampton Art Gallery and The New Art Gallery Walsall. Notable exhibitions include National Trust owned Beningbrough Hall's "Oh Wise Owl" sculpture trail in 2017. In 2018 she was selected for the "Character Portrait Project" through Midland Film and Arts. She was part of the George Stubbs inspired exhibition at Normanby Hall and Country Park in 2024. Natalie currently has work on display at The Art Yard in Cradley Heath and The Coventry Open at The Herbert Gallery from 28th March-8th June 2025. Natalie is also the creator of the fun and quirky Roly Poly Ponies and runs regular workshops for all levels.