Contemporary craft workshops
Learn a new skill or develop your existing artistic abilities!
- Open to adults aged 16 and over
- Suitable for all levels - no experience necessary
- All materials are supplied (unless otherwise stated)
- Please bring your own lunch and an apron if you have one
- Booking and payment in advance are essential
- To book call 01752 304774
- £30 per person, per workshop
- We accept credit or debit card payments over the phone
- You can also come into the Museum to pay by cash, card or cheque
- Cheques should be made payable to 'Plymouth City Council'
Use the popular method of lino cutting to print cards and beautiful papers, perfect for wrapping or decoration.
Saturday 9 June 2012
Use a simple but satisfying Japanese stab binding technique to create a beautiful hardcover photo album or journal and presentation box.
Saturday 14 July 2012
Use traditional coptic bookbinding techniques to design, stitch and create your own hardback notebook, journal, scrapbook or photo album.
Saturday 18 August 2012
Explore shape and colour inspired by the Museum’s collections to create mixed media pieces using a variety of materials and techniques. Please bring along art materials such as pastels if you have them.
Saturday 8 September 2012
Our workshop leaders
Jill Holland and Helen Round are practising mixed media/textile artists who work in Devon and south east Cornwall. They have extensive experience of running workshops for adults and children and have previously worked collaboratively on projects for the Museum and a range of schools. They also exhibit at various regional venues throughout the year. Helen originally trained as a Fine Art Textile Artist and Printmaker. Jill specialises in ceramics, painting and fine art weaving. They are both members of the Drawn to the Valley group of artists.
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