Saturday 13th June One day Butterfly Automaton Workshop

Description

In this one-day workshop, Mary-Ann will help you to create your own hand painted fabric butterfly automaton – a moving mechanical sculpture – on a vintage wooden cotton reel base.

You will be guided in a whole range of specialist techniques including how to paint fabric, create armature, form your butterfly’s body and wings, and create the precision stainless steel wire pieces  that form the mechanism. You will even use a miniature drill as you explore Mary-Ann’s unique approach to creating a beautiful textile butterfly that flies at the turn of a handle.

Your finished automaton will be approximately 13cm tall x 8cm wingspan x 7cm long in size.

 

Important notes

Due to the complexity of this project, spaces are strictly limited to five students to ensure you receive adequate attention and quality of teaching.

Although no previous experience is required it is recommended that you are used to being creative and comfortable with working in detail, particularly with a paint brush and with a fine needle and thread.

This workshop is not suitable for those with weak hands and/or wrists due to the stainless-steel wirework you will be creating. You must have a strong grip and be capable of using pliers and wire cutters.

All tools and materials will be provided but you may like to bring along your own sewing kit and small sharp dressmaking scissors plus a pair of general-purpose scissors if you have them.

Workshop Terms and Conditions

*Class size is limited to five students.

*Under 16’s must be accompanied by a participating, paying adult (please check with Mary-Ann before booking).

*Cancellations can be made up to six weeks before the date of the workshop.

Please email me directly at maryann@concordiasworld.com to give written notice of cancellation; you will then be issued a full refund. If you need to cancel within the six-week window before the workshop, a refund can only be offered if I am able to fill your space on the workshop.

*If for any reason I (the host) need to cancel the workshop, you will be informed as soon as is possible. An alternative date will be offered, in the event an alternative date cannot be arranged or agreed a full refund will be offered.

*Bookings are not automatically transferable to another workshop.

*Please note that I retain the intellectual property rights to the creative concepts taught in my workshops – you cannot go into business making, selling or exhibiting copies of my work. You cannot go on to run similar workshops using the techniques I have taught you or facilitating the production of work that is similar to my own. You may only utilise the techniques and concepts I teach for your personal use. Any infringement of these rights will be taken seriously and legal action will be implemented.

Caring for your completed Butterfly Automaton
It is recommended that your butterfly is kept out of direct sunlight to minimise the risk of fading. Gently dust as required using a small soft brush such as a natural bristle paint brush, to remove surface dust.  Please do not attempt to wash it as this will cause irreparable damage to your butterfly’s wings.