October Batik Techniques by Tunde Toth

Batik Techniques

1st - 2nd October (Saturday - Sunday) 10am - 5pm
for beginners and participants with some previous experience

in Batik and fabric dyeing processes
Tutor: Tunde Toth, Artist

This is weekend programme designed to give you the option to choose a one day introductory level course (on Saturday only) or a two-day course (full weekend).

Saturday's workshop introduces basic and contemporary processes of BATIK - an ancient fabric dyeing and decorating technique where hot wax is used as a resist on cloth. Participants will work on approximately 2 - 3 images/designs, using pure beeswax, paraffin wax and fibre reactive dyes on cotton cloth and will complete works with 2 - 3 layers of wax drawing and topical dyeing (up to 3 colours)

Sunday's workshop takes these processes further, allowing for more colours as well as covering various combinations of wax, introducing scratched and crackled textures, copper stamps and alternative tools. This programme also introduces batik on handmade papers.

Venue: The Studio, Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny
Fees:

€ 75 - for Saturday including all materials used during the day

€ 140 - for the full weekend including all materials needed (also handmade papers)

Bookings for the Batik workshop are confirmed after € 30 booking deposit is paid in advance. Balance payments are due at the start of the course. Places are limited to 8 participants per workshop.

For any advice, further information and for bookings please contact me through this e-mail address or on:

087-2543362

Best regards

Tunde

Ceramic Slipcasting October Workshop with Ciara O'Sullivan

Ceramic Slipcasting Workshop

with Ciara O' Sullivan

Wednesdays - 10.30 - 12.30 or 19.30 - 21.30

Beginning Oct 5th

80 euro per 4 week block

@The Studio, Bennettsbridge

Come to the studio and learn the technique of ceramic slip casting. You will learn the
process of model and mold making, decorating techniques, glazing and firing. Use it
as a chance to make that hand made piece for your home ,or a personalised gift for a
friend, such as a vase, a bowl, a tile or something of your own choice.

For further info contact Ciara - 0863953583
ciaraosullivanceramics@gmail.com
www.thestudiobennettsbridge.blogspot.com


Childrens ceramic classes

Tuesdays 3.15 - 4.15

10 euro per class 35 euro for 4 week block

Weekly classes that give children an opportunity to get creative and learn new skills, while they make new friends.
They will leave with their handmade masterpieces.

Limited places, so book early to avoid disappointment.
Discounts available for group bookings/siblings

For further info contact Ciara - 0863953583
ciaraosullivanceramics@gmail.com
www.thestudiobennettsbridge.blogspot.com

Weekend Mosaic Workshop in October

Sat 15th - Sun 16th October

Sat 15th October : Morning : 10.30-1pm : Introduction to mosaic, to materials and design and start the mosaic piece.

Afternoon : 2-4.30pm : Completion of the gluing of the mosaic.

Sunday 16th October : Grouting and polishing of the mosaic, followed by a slide show.

at

'The Studio', Bennettsbridge

75 euro (payable on confirmation of booking)

All 3 sessions, including all materials and tea/coffee refreshments

To book e-mail Jennie : jenettecastle@gmail.com

+353 87 9836342

Slip Casting with Ciara O'Sullivan at 'The Studio' Bennettsbridge

Wednesday Mornings 27th July, 3, 10 & 17th August - 10.00 - 12.00pm

Thursday Evenings 28th July, 4, 11 &18th August - 7.30 - 9-30pm

80 euro per 4 week block

Come to the studio and learn the technique of ceramic slip casting. You will learn the
process of model and mold making, decorating techniques, glazing and firing. Use it as a chance to make
that hand made piece for your home ,or a personalised gift for a friend, such as a vase, a bowl, a tile or something
of your own choice.

Limited places, so book early to avoid disappointment.
Discounts available for group bookings

For further info contact Ciara - 0863953583

ciaraosullivanceramics@gmail.com

Summer Evening Mosaic Workshop

Enjoy three beautiful Summer evenings creating a special mosaic of your own...

Wed 6th, Wed 13th and Wed 20th July 2011

Wed 6th July : 7-9.30p.m. Introduction to mosaic, to materials and design. Start of the mosaic piece.

Wed 13th July : 7-9.30p.m. Completion of the gluing of the mosaic.

Wed 20th July : 7-9.30p.m. Grouting and polishing of the mosaic, followed by a slide show.

at

'The Studio', Bennettsbridge

75 euro (payable on confirmation of booking)

All 3 sessions, including all materials and tea/coffee refreshments

To book e-mail Jennie : jenettecastle@gmail.com

Upcoming Workshops with Ciara O'Sullivan

Summer Craft Camp

A week long workshop that gives children an opportunity to get creative and learn new skills,
while they make new friends. They will leave with their handmade masterpieces.


July 11th - 15th
Aug 8th - 13th

10am - 4pm

5 - 12yrs

120 euro (100 for 2nd, 3rd ... sibling)

Adult Classes

Wednesday 10.00 - 12.00am(beginnng 29th June)
Tuesday Evening 7.30 - 9-30pm(date to be confirmed)

80 euro per 4 week block

Come to the studio and learn the technique of ceramic slip casting. You will learn the
process of model and mold making, decorating techniques, glazing and firing. Use it as a chance to make
that hand made piece for your home ,or a personalised gift for a friend, such as a vase, a bowl, a tile or something
of your own choice.

Limited places, so book early to avoid disappointment.
Discounts available for siblings or group bookings

For further info contact Ciara - 0863953583
ciaraosullivanceramics@gmail.com
www.thestudiobennettsbridge.blogspot.com

'The Studio' Creative Workshop Listings 2011

Main Studio :

Sat 26th June - Anne Hanway - Weaving Mittens. Tel : 087 4129740

Sun 3rd July - Tunde Toth – Batik for Beginners. Tel : 0872543362

Wed 6, 13 and 20^th July – Jen Castle : CASTLERIN Studios – Summer Evening Mosaic Workshop Tel : 087 9836342

Sat 20/21 August – Tunde Toth – Papermaking Weekend. Tel : 0872543362

Mon 22- Frid 26th August Heritage Week : Jen Castle - CASTLERIN Studios : Intensive ceramic/mosaic workshop. Tel : 087 9836342

Sat 15/16th October - Jen Castle. Weekend Mosaic Workshop. Tel : 0879836342

Ciara O'Sullivan's Studio : check blog previous posts.....