Description
We will be making a butterfly wall plaque in this session at Shottery because it ties in well with Stratford's very own wonderful Butterfly Farm. Powertex is all about texture so you will learn all about the wonders of this product as you work it into a variety of fabrics to create some amazing textures before adding lots of embellishments. Once it's nice and dry we'll add colour using pigments and varnish to really bring your creation to life. After 3-weeks curing time your plaque will be ready to adorn your garden fence.
What's included in the price?
Everything you need will be on the table: base shape, a variety of materials and embellishments, gloves, aprons and of course, refreshments.
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Non-refundable - Refunds are not available
Maker
Hi everyone I discovered Folk Art painting a number of years ago and fell in love with Canal Art (even though I don't own a canal boat). I took a course with Terence Edgar, a Master Decorative Painter on Roses and Castles at Stoke Bruene Canal Museum which was my introduction to the traditional way to paint this long-established art form. I am a Certified Decorative Artist (CDA) via the Decorative Artists Academy, USA (previously The Society of Decorative Painters), and so far I am the first and only UK citizen to have achieved this. I am also a Certified Powertex Tutor. Powertex is a versatile medium used for fabric sculpting, painting and mixed media which, once cured, is weatherproof. I am passionate about sharing my skills in both decorative painting and Powertex through workshops held at my home studio and other venues in Warwickshire. I look forward to creating with you this year 😊
FAQs
Brook Arts Hub has one disabled parking space but this cannot be reserved unfortunately.
There is a ramp to the building if required, with workshops/facilities all taking place on one level.
There is some limited on-street parking but if no spaces are available there is a paid car park approx 100m from the venue just past Anne Hathaway's Cottage.
These recommendations relate to both Painting and Powertex workshops. Although both are water based and non toxic Powertex is essentially a fabric hardener and even acrylic paint, once dry is permanent and will not wash out of your clothes. Both are wonderfully versatile products to use but if you are anything like me, it can get a little messy and any unnoticed splashes or spills well become permanent so:
Please DO NOT wear your best clothing, including footwear.
Please DO NOT wear rings and/or bracelets set with precious stones.
Gloves (powder/latex free) and aprons will be provided but I cannot guarantee these will protect everything.
Unless specifically stated in the workshop description, everything you need is provided including refreshments of tea or coffee but you are welcome to bring your own speciality or decaf alternatives.
All products and materials required to complete your project, gloves and aprons will be provided.
If you have booked a workshop of 4 hours or more please bring snacks and/or a packed lunch with you.
