ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOP
4 and 5 October in Wetherby Town Hall. For times of workshops see details below
6 artists will take you on a learning journey into their favourite art form. These will be small group workshops.
During these 2 days enjoy an exhibition of their work.
NEW: Also enjoy the works created by our prize winning landscape artists. They spent a day in July by the River Wharfe in Wetherby making an art work. Show your appreciation.
4 and 5 October in Wetherby Town Hall. For times of workshops see details below
6 artists will take you on a learning journey into their favourite art form. These will be small group workshops.
During these 2 days enjoy an exhibition of their work.
NEW: Also enjoy the works created by our prize winning landscape artists. They spent a day in July by the River Wharfe in Wetherby making an art work. Show your appreciation.
4 and 5 October in Wetherby Town Hall. For times of workshops see details below
6 artists will take you on a learning journey into their favourite art form. These will be small group workshops.
During these 2 days enjoy an exhibition of their work.
NEW: Also enjoy the works created by our prize winning landscape artists. They spent a day in July by the River Wharfe in Wetherby making an art work. Show your appreciation.
Rachel McNaughton - Watercolour Landscape “White Cliffs”- Saturday 4th October 1 – 3pm
Let Rachel guide you through a watercolour landscape of White Cliffs. Learn how to paint skies, cliffs and foreground to create a watercolour painting to be proud of.
Rachel has many years experience in teaching watercolour and no previous experience is necessary! Watercolour needn't be scary!
Lauri Bower - Paper Collage Workshop Saturday 4 October 1-3pm
A creative workshop which can include illustrating your favourite quote as a paper collage. This two-hour session offers the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of paper collage, whether you're a seasoned artist or a curious beginner.
The tutor, Lauri Bower, will guide you through the art of paper collage, a technique simply using paper, scissors, and glue. Lauri has been playing with paper for many years and can be found at local Artisan fairs and markets as well as Artists Around Wetherby Open Studios.
She also teaches mindfulness courses, and incorporates the aspects of calm, attentive focus into her creative work.
Lauri will provide
• all the papers and materials needed for this workshop, including scissors and glue
• inspiration ideas from her own work to create from
• suggestions on how to lay-out your quote.
At the end of the workshop, you'll leave with your own unique paper collage, ready to adorn your space or share as a heartfelt gift. You will also hopefully leave with a sense of peace and calm, having given yourself the opportunity to play.
If you want to illustrate a quote, please choose one of about six words or less, such as – peace is every step – live, laugh, love – all you need is love – no rain no rainbow.
Have a look at Lauri’s Instagram page for ideas https://www.instagram.com/the_creative_space_uk/.
This workshop is open to all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a beginner eager to try something new or an experienced artist seeking a fresh perspective, everyone is welcome.
(Children over age 10 are welcome if accompanied by an adult).
Katy Small - Yorkshire Landscape Picture - Wet Felting Workshop Sunday 5 October 10am-12noon
Beginners workshop in wet felting your own wool painting:
Create your own piece of felted artwork in 2 hours. Even if you are an absolute beginner, you can create your own artwork made from felting wool fibres.
Known as wet felting you can produce a ‘Wool Painting’.
Learn this ancient craft to create your own unique artwork for your home.
Katy, your tutor, will demonstrate and teach you how to use the fibres to create your own picture.
You can take home your picture or product with you directly after the workshop.
Katy will provide reference pictures but you can bring your own to work from.
Katy Small is your tutor for the workshop. She is a felt artist, maker and teacher who exhibits in Yorkshire and you can find her at many village halls, crafts fairs and festivals. She lives in Collingham, near Wetherby. Katy was a secondary school teacher for 24 years before taking the plunge in 2022 to set up her own art and craft business. She is a member of Artists Around Wetherby and the International Feltmakers Association.
(Children over age 10 are welcome if accompanied by an adult).
Ailsa Read - “Painting the River Wharfe” - Sunday 5 October 1-3pm
Have a go at painting the river Wharfe with local artist Ailsa Read using acrylics.
Ailsa Read lives and works in Yorkshire and her paintings are somewhere between contemporary and traditional, based on detailed observation. Being aware of the elements and the way the light falls on the water, gives an exciting and powerful approach to her work.
Clare Dean - Acrylic Meadow Painting - Sunday 5 October 1-3pm
Clare Dean is a mixed media artist who enjoys most creative activity but is primarily known for her acrylic meadow paintings with palette knives. She runs workshops and is inspired by her love of gardening and nature. She is based in Wetherby and exhibits at RHS Harlow Carr and The Station, Richmond and various other events around Yorkshire.
Come along and experience using acrylics in a loose style. No experience required.
Ian Smith - Paint Wetherby town hall in pen and watercolour. Sunday 5th October 10 – 12 noon
Have some fun painting our town centre in a relaxed and enjoyable way. Suitable for all levels. The loose techniques guarantee your painting will be unique to you! Put in as much or as little detail as you choose. Afterwards you could use the techniques to paint your house or other local scene in a similar style.
Ian Smith is a local artist who balances chaos with intent, using a relaxed process allowing the media to do much of the work.
www.ian-smith-artist.com
