Contemporary Basketry Beginners
Thu 7 Nov 2024, 10:00 am - Thu 12 Dec 2024, 1:00 pm
Sessions starting Nov 7th – 3D Traditional forms and contemporary twists
This class, suitable for beginners, is an informal introduction to working with natural materials. We will make some simple contemporary forms on which to explore a range of basic basketry techniques and material processes.
Event Information
Price: £152
Course Weeks: 6
Room: Kincaid Hall
Campaign: Autumn Term 2024
Customer Information: A general toolkit for the course to include secateurs/garden snips, scissors, blunt-ended darning needle, spray bottle, old towel for keeping materials damp, notebook, and pen. A single blade pocket-knife and A4 cutting mat/board would be useful to avoid sharing.
Your Tutor
Name: Hazel Godfrey
Bio: Hazel is a contemporary basket-maker and willow artist, her inspiration comes from nature and the human condition. Graduating in 2004 with a degree in Applied Arts 3D Media she began working professionally in 2008.
Hazel works with willow and various other natural materials. She has made commissioned works for a variety of settings including community outdoor spaces, public buildings, TV, and private clients. She has also exhibited work on a Gold Award winning stand at Chelsea Flower Show.
For over 16 years, Hazel has taught in Herts and Bucks, as well as from her studio near Hitchin.
