Sculpting the Spirit of Autumn: Air-Dry Green Man/Woman Workshop
Join Natasha for a hands-on, creative day exploring the ancient folklore of the Green Man! She will show you the fundamental clay sculpting techniques to build your very own woodland guardian plaque and be able to decorate it in as much detail as you wish. We will dive into the history of this natural motif before getting our hands dirty with air-dry clay.
It is suited to beginners and experienced artists alike.
You will learn how to build a supportive newspaper "forma," establish facial proportions, and use the essential "score and slip" technique to securely attach intricate clay features. By the end of the session, you will have experienced the meditative joy of sculpting and will leave with a highly personalised, air-dry clay Green Man\Woman plaque ready to dry and eventually paint at home!
The room opens at 9.30am. Session starts at 10:00am.
Location; The Art Rooms, Clevedon School, Valley Rd, BS21
Bring your lunch and all drinks required. (…no kettle)
Members £52: To book your place…… click here
Level: All levels ….beginners welcome
What is Provided:
Premium Air-Dry Clay (Ideal for beginners and requires no kiln firing).
Newspaper and masking tape for building armatures.
Basic sculpting tools: wooden modeling tools, wire loop tools, sponges, and slip (watered-down clay acting as our glue).
Rolling pins and thickness guides.
What You Should Bring:
Some images of designs you like.
An apron or clothes you don't mind getting dusty.
A hand towel.
A pottery turntable or rotating cake decorating stand if you have one
An old rolling pin if you have one.
Optional: Real autumn leaves and items to create pattern or texture from your garden and home to press into the clay!
How to Take Your Artwork Home:
Your masterpiece will be wet and quite fragile at the end of the session. Please bring a sturdy, flat container to transport your work. A rigid plastic tray, a wooden board, or a shallow cardboard box (at least 30cm x 30cm) lined with a plastic bag is perfect