WHERE SOLID MEETS VOID
Colour and Design Workshop for Tapestry
with Joan Baxter
In the Dancing Threads Weaving Studio,
Midleton,
Co. Cork
29 October - 2 November 2012
This five day class is divided into two
parts - colour and composition - and is inspired by horizons, places where land
meets sky, where solid meets void.
Students should take their own photographs
on this theme beforehand to use as source material for the class.
Firstly we will explore multi-stranded weft
techniques for the colour mixing and matching techniques I have developed over
the years. Students will work on samples
to create a colour palette from their photographic source.
Second we will explore ways of creating
tapestry designs from our source photograph and colour samples. Students can
either design and weave a miniature tapestry during the class or work on a
design for a larger piece and weave samples for it.
The class is suitable for all learners except
complete beginners.
The colour component of the class will take
place on days 1 and 2 and the design/weave section will be on days 3 - 5.
Students may attend either or both parts of the class.
29 – 30 October: Colour with multi-stranded
weft technique, €110
31 October – 2 November: Composition for
tapestry weaving, €165
Full 5 day workshop, €260
A deposit of €50 secures your place.
The days start at 9.45 am and finish at
4.30 pm
Soup (V, GF), bread (selection, some gluten
free), coffee, tea and biscuits will be provided.
For registration, materials list and
directions to the studio or any question you may have:
Joan Baxter’s work deals with landscape,
its echoes of history, its legends, its atmospheres and moods. She is particularly
inspired by the rich cultural heritage and wild beauty of the landscapes of the
far North of Scotland where she lives. Her work with colour is subtle,
beautiful and unique. She exhibits worldwide and has many works in private,
corporate and public places. You can find more information on Joan
Baxter on the following website: www.joanbaxter.com
