6 days to learn original techniques for working with felt in the south of France from August 28 to September 3, 2025 in residence in Montbrun-Bocage.
FELT PERCEIVED AS A SUBSTANCE 3-day workshop from August 28 to 30, 2025
During this workshop you will explore the study of wool fibers and felt approached as a substance for sculpture which can interact with other substances and construct itself in the manner of clay. Learn to create hollow felt sculptural shapes directly by hand without using plastic resin. This method makes it possible to directly model complex shapes in 3 dimensions.
This course will also explore how many substances interact with the surface of finished felt receptors. You will apply gold leaf, silicone, wax, putty, tar and other substances to felt shapes, which will transform this felt shape into an object of another structure.
DESIGN IDEAS FOR FELTMAKERS 3-day workshop from September 1 to 3, 2025
How can felt makers create innovative shapes and new designs?
This creative workshop begins with fun methods of drawing, doodling and collage on paper. Collage methods (cutting, reassembly and serendipitous occurrence) can be an interesting way to develop spare patterns which are then used to create felt shapes. The initial inspiration will come from the observation of everyday objects.
Anita will then guide students through fun ways to develop a three-dimensional felt shape from two-dimensional drawings. The intricacies of calculating and planning a unique reserve form will be shared with each student based on their own project as it evolves. Layering, grooving, making holes or twisting the resist will be explored as ways to create unusual sculptures, containers or felt hats if you prefer. Tired of making felt from the same spare shapes? Then this course will give you the skills to create new ones.