In a new body of work, artist Ririn Yaxley uses natural materials and upcycled objects and combines a large-scale installation, sculpture, and wearable art, under the name Merangkul (me-rung-kool) which means “embracing” in Bahasa Indonesia. Within the work Ririn explores new connections to place through the process of textile felting. This process is Ririn’s way […]
INTRODUCTION TO MAKING ANIMAL MASKS - THE BASICS (LEVEL 1) September 25 to 30 5 days, 1 day off •Type: Advanced workshop •Level: Advanced In this advanced workshop, students are guided through the basic principles and techniques of felting an animal mask, step by step, from start to finish, using a relatively uncomplicated animal as […]
FACES OF EXTINCTION (ANIMAL MASKS LEVEL 2) OCTOBER 4 to 10, 2023 in Montbrun Bocage South of France • 6 days + 1/2 day photography • Type: Masterclass • Level: Advanced (application criteria apply) PRACTICAL LEARNING During this technical master class, you will learn how to calculate, design and create a base resist template which […]
Participants will explore 3D techniques for creating unique small scale pendants with hanging bails using 2D template resists. Learn to encase durable objects to add color, texture, material complexity and conceptual relevancy in your work. By simply wrapping fiber around an object, one doesn’t provide ample space for the fibers to felt and therefore one […]
In this class we want to explore different techniques of multi-layer surfaces in feltmaking, which can be applied to wearables as well as fine art objects. With a few samples, we will have a look at the basic components that will play an important role in the planning of your wallhanging, check the characteristics of […]
Be inspired by nature: make fabulous eye-catching vessels and hats! This is a 3-day workshop to be taught by Dawn Edwards (USA) an internationally renowned fibre artist She specialises in making unique felted hats and vessels inspired by nature: sculptural hats in the forms of flowers or leaves, and bowls and berets that recreate the […]
The West Wales Wool Show in Narberth is a celebration of all things woolly. From beautifully hand crafted items, clothing and footwear to knitting wool, fleece and all the equipment needed to make at home. Demonstrations run throughout the day with stall holders sharing their skills and knowledge with visitors plus wool skill workshops such […]
Participants will explore the variables in the wet felting process of coercing wool fibers through fabrics of various structures, fiber types, densities and surface design to develop unique surface texture and design modifications. Additionally, shapes cut from sheets of felt that have been partially felted to different levels of integrity will be used to create […]
Surface design and art felt techniques can be used to great effect on 3D structures. This workshop teaches you how to build an upright vessel along with the opportunity to explore some wet felting surface design techniques and how to use them successfully around a 3D object. All equipment and materials will be provided, including […]
Wärmende Stola mit Sawatou Mouratidou Wärmende Stola aus Seide und Feiner merino Wolle. Zuerst filzt du eine Stola aus weißer Wolle und weißer Seide wie Pongée oder Chiffon. Du erlernst, wunderschöne gerade Kanten zu filzen und einen sehr feinen Filz herzustellen. Anschließend wird das Werkstück mit Eco/Medium-Drucktechnik bedruckt. Ecoprint ist eine sehr beliebte Technik, um […]