Bespoke activities, private bookings
In addition to my bookable activities I also provide bespoke activities for a variety of different clients from small groups including groups of friend as well as larger organisations , businesses, colleges, schools etc.
The activities tend to take place during the week. And group sized tend to be up to 8 attendees at the most of the activities if you want a large group activity please view the community projects page and public art pages
Small item workshop
A great way to dip into willow sculpture and is the one that I would recommend for anyone who would prefer to make a variety of items or doesn't feel that they would like to start with a larger item. Please note that these are not advisable for anyone who has conditions such as carpal tunnel or arthritis in the hands that can make it hard to grip and manipulate the materials, if this is a problem for you please contact me to discuss also please read willow weaving workshops FAQ
Examples include
Three- four hour sessions include small hearts, wall sunflowers, bird feeders, fish, small dragonflies and butterfly's, small spheres, seed heads,swallows and swifts, seasonal items such as Christmas trees, stars, fairies/ mini angels. wreathes,
Catalan platters
Beginners larger items
Six - seven hours
Cloches, garden obelisks, fruit, abstract shapes, and spheres are great for most people birds woodpeckers.robins.owls, bees, bird houses , bats .reptiles, small dragons.
Medium-sized sculpture workshops
For anyone with more confidence who wants to try something a little more challenging
I offer a variety of topics, including birds of all types: wading birds-, egrets, curlew, game birds, pheasants, various chickens, ducks, owls, flamingos, penguins etc.
Small animals, hedgehogs, hares, piglets, penguins, animal heads e.g stag, rabbit/ hare, etc, large spheres and abstract shapes, small deer and hedgehogs, can be a good option
Please note that activities making 4 legged animals are. full on day activities can be much more tiring.
Introduction to basket making activities willow or rush
Willow - small trays, small baskets, sweet pea climbing baskets and the like,
Rush - introduction to working with rush- place mats, small fruit baskets
Bespoke Mixed activity/ ability 2-day workshop where students work on their own project, or can chose a theme.
Up to 6 Attendees.
These are ideal for students who have some experience or wish to spend more time working on a project with support and guidance from me
Depending on the students requirements they can be introduced to a range of techniques to familiarise themselves with working with willow; with the option to create two small items or work more independently on one larger item with support and guidance on a larger animal such as a more detailed deer, or large pig, dog or a abstract form of their choosing
The price for these workshops will be vary depending on the activity and number of people that I am working with and as with all my other activities I tend to work with relatively small group sizes
Considerations
As with all of my workshops listed on the rest of the site, the level of detail that you will achieve is different for each person, and how quickly you learn and connect with the material to a proficient level can take perseverance; some people have a natural affinity to a craft whilst others take a bit longer. You may find it useful to read my FAQ page Please feel free to contact me to discuss further.
Bespoke living willow activities
If you have always planned to install a living willow sculpture, or something more practical such as a living arbour, dome, tunnel etc to walk through and relax under then this may the activity for you. I grow my some of my own willow especially for this time, I am happy to create the artwork for you or it can be created as a activity to make together.
Creation takes place in the spring during when the willow is still in its dormant stage
Additional information
I rarely have space available at the weekend so it is a good idea to plan well in advance if you are looking for particular dates. I am happy to consider teaching something different there is plenty to choose from depending on skill level
Travel costs or venue hire ( if needed) will be charged in addition to the workshop cost To discuss in further details please contact me.
If you don’t have a venue of your own I work with a number of venues in the area that may be able to accommodate. Bespoke activities for small groups, whether it be family or friends, work colleagues, etc.