A fun session for the festive season and a gorgeous new medium to try!
Learn the copperwork skill of hand piercing to produce unique copper creations for the tree or as an ideal token gift to commemorate the year. Charlotte is a Sheffield based metalsmith and she will introduce to the joys of copperwork. During the day you will:
– see examples of what you can create
– view a demonstration on saw piercing copper
– practice using the piercing saw, navigating curves and angles
– learn how to use textured punches to create different effects
– learn techniques for finishing
During the day you will work up your own designs. You will be able to choose from a selection of ready-made templates that you can adapt, or have a free rein and create your own unique designs. You should go home with two completed decorations together with your practice piece.
Please note there is a £10 materials charge payable to the tutor on the day.
Click the title below to see if there’s anything you need to bring with you on the day.
What to expect
Time at ArtisOn is designed to take you away from it all. We provide the environment, the time and the guidance you need to create. You can expect a warm welcome, skilled and friendly tutors and the chance to meet like-minded people keen to share ideas. You can even leave us to clear up the mess! There will usually be two workshops going on and we encourage everyone to mingle and be nosey about what the other workshop is up to.
We encourage you to arrive at 9.30am. This will allow time to meet other participants over a cup of tea or coffee and biscuits before beginning workshops at 10am. There will be a mid-morning break for refreshments and a chance to talk over progress with others. Lunch is usually around 12:45 for about 45 mins – you can expect a delicious homemade 2 course lunch. There will be a further afternoon break with tea or coffee and cake. All food and refreshments are included in the price of your workshop.
The finish time given is a target. There are occasions when the session may overrun so do let us know if you need to be away promptly.
We aim for your day to be a real treat. You could always learn a new skill in a shed or a draughty village hall with a curly sandwich, but we want you to have more fun than that! So we make sure we provide a day where you will be looked after, with good food, good company and great inspiration!
What you’ll need to bring with you
All materials will be provided.
Please wear clothes you don't mind getting messy - aprons are available to feel free to bring your own.
Remember to bring your specs if you wear them.
