BOOKING FEE for Two Day Willow Deer Sculpture Course, 22nd & 23rd September 2023 – FULL COST £300

Description

Friday 22nd & Saturday 23rd September 2023

9am – 5pm

Pirbright 

In this two-day course, students will have time to learn in-depth, the techniques Sara uses to create her  willow sculptures.  She will guide you through the process from beginning to end. You will learn how to create a basic armature and how to work from pictures and photographs. Sara will guide you through her additive method of willow sculpture, to create a densely woven, realistic  looking deer.

This course also includes a useful eBook to download and work through before the course which will help you to prepare for the sculpting experience. 

Day 1

• Tools and equipment, willow types and preparation for sculpture, how it is grown for craft, where to source it and tips on how to grow your own.
• Preparing the armature.
• Binding, sewing and weaving techniques to begin sculpting the inner shape and form of your deer.

Day 2

• Sculpting techniques, maintaining shape and form.
• Adding details such ears, antlers and tail
• Surface texture weaving technique.
• Aftercare and maintenance

A vegetarian lunch will be provided on the day + plenty of Tea, coffee & biscuits.

Full cost – £300

(To secure your place we require a £100 deposit to be made online)

*Please read our cancellation policy HERE before you book a place.