About your course
Tapestry weaving is very versatile medium, and the warps and weft can be manipulated to create exciting and challenging possibilities. During this workshop you will have the opportunity to experiment with a range of techniques to creating 3D tapestry, by adding extra warps, pushing, pulling and distorting the warp and weft.
Working in a professional tapestry artist studio you will have access to a range of materials and equipment and will learn to
- Set up simple frame loom using a continuous warp.
- Pulled warp technique.
- Work with open weave and exposed warps.
- Adding extra/supplementary warps.
- Shaping tapestry
- Working with traditional and unusual materials
Level: Beginners and developing weavers
The course is suitable for beginners and weavers with a little experience of tapestry weaving who wish to explore tapestry technique further. The workshop is structured to provide individual tuition within a small group of students.
About your tutor
Fiona Hutchison graduated from the tapestry department, Edinburgh College of Art in 1985. She exhibits regularly in the UK, Europe and internationally. As well as teaching many independent workshops and mentoring emerging artists she has taught tapestry weaving and stitched textiles at Edinburgh University (Edinburgh College of Art). Currently teaching short courses at West Dean College, Gartmore House and at the Dovecot Studios.
Weekend Studio Workshops £215. Workshop fees include all materials, tea and coffee (please bring lunch) and the used of all equipment. A weaving frame and bobbin will be provided for your use. If you wish to continue weaving you can purchase the weaving kit (frame, bobbin and portfolio bag for £45).
Workshops run from 10am – 4pm. in my studio at WASPS, Studio 114, Patriothall, Stockbridge, Edinburgh EH3 5AY
To book contact me at fiona@fionahutchison.co.uk or mob. 07877457332