Quilling dates back to the 15th and 16th centuries and is the coiling and pinching of paper strips into different shapes, which can then be used to decorate a variety of items. … Continue reading Quill-lumination Workshop
Participants will learn the art of paper quilling and create a quilled pendant; guided by Emma Thorpe from Atlantic Rose participants will learn the basics of paper quilling and craft … Continue reading Quilled Pendant Workshop
Under the guidance of goldsmith Diane Lyness, each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques such as piercing, soldering, shaping, texturing and polishing to create a beautiful piece of … Continue reading Silver Necklace or Earrings Workshop
This is an opportunity to try out pottery in your own private 3 hour lesson for 2 with Adam. Suitable for all levels, from beginners to improvers. The emphasis will … Continue reading Pottery Taster for 2 with Adam Frew
Join Sandra Robinson for this 2 day workshop: through the use of paper templates, photographs and drawings provided, you will be guided through demonstrations, anatomy and 1-2-1 support to create … Continue reading Sculpting a Seated Figure Workshop
Join Sandra Robinson for this 2 day workshop: through the use of paper templates, photographs and drawings provided, you will be guided through demonstrations, anatomy and 1-2-1 support to create … Continue reading Sculpting a Seated Figure Workshop
Participants will learn a new skill and create their own beaded bracelet using the bead loom weaving technique with Emma Thorpe from Atlantic Rose. During this 3 hour workshop, they … Continue reading Colourful Beaded Loom Weave Bracelet Workshop
An exhibition by Down Arts Centre artist in residence Áine McKenna. Specialising in porcelain, this ceramics design exhibition marks the end of her Down Art Centre residency, during which time … Continue reading Dogwoods and Dollars
Join tutor Helen Hancock for a glassblowing workshop, a fun introduction to this craft! Participants will be working with specialist equipment and tools and with a furnace running at 1150 … Continue reading Glassblowing workshop
Enjoy a few relaxed, creative hours learning basic hand stitching, embroidery and appliqué techniques as we create a unique vintage-style sampler. These are wonderful ways to celebrate births or christenings but you … Continue reading Memory Sampler – Applique & Embroidery
EARTH MADE reflects the creative processes of textile artist Ruth Osborne and ceramic artist Patricia Millar. In this collaborative exhibition, earth materials and stories were collected and exchanged t create … Continue reading Earth Made
Join tutor Diane Lyness and spend a fun day creating a beautiful sterling silver bracelet. Each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques by Goldsmith Diane Lyness, such as … Continue reading Silver Bracelet Workshop