Raku Glazing and Firing with Kirstin Farr

Our Raku equipment will be set up on the grass with bisque fired pots for sale to be glazed by the interested participants. We will explain the intricacies of the Raku technique, and assist in glazing the pots. The pots will then be placed in the kiln for firing the glazes. When the kiln reaches temperature, we tong them out and place them into a rubbish bin with paper and sawdust to be ‘smoked’ so the glazes can take in the smoke. The naked clay with no glaze applied will turn black and the smoke will penetrate the crazes of the glaze and leave very interesting markings. The Obvara technique is different as the pots are heated in the kiln without any glaze, and when hot, tonged out and placed in a yeast mixture. This mixture burns into the surface of the pots making interesting marks and smells like bread baking! We will have a team of CAQ volunteers to man the glaze station and the kilns. We will explain what we do. Pot purchase $40 on the day

Tallie Kumihimo Necklace with Helen Medland

This is a workshop using Kumihimo, a Japanese braid with beads. The necklace uses 8 strands with the addition of beads (the strands will be partly threaded) so you do not waste workshop time threading. A central curve is created using specialty beads. In this workshop you will make a statement necklace which will be offered in a selection of colours. The design is an original by Helen. The necklace is finished with end caps and clasp. Some students may finish in the allocated time depending on capabilities. Kit contents Kumihimo disc, bobbins, S-lon cord (partially threaded), size 8/0 Myuki beads, Czech daggers, jump rings, end caps and clasp. Workshop fee $60

Tantalizing Teapot Garden Art with Pauline Stevens

Using recycled teapots and a mixture of glass, crystal and stone beads you will create a piece of garden art. The beads cascade from the spout of the teapot falling into four strands, mimicking tea being poured. The variety and colours of beads is very extensive. A selection of teapots ( approx. 2 cup size) will be available for you to chose from, Full tuition is given and no beading experience is necessary. Beginner Workshop fee $50

Polymer Clay Buttons with Gill Scott

Join us for an exciting adventure in polymer clay crafting! Discover the magic of polymer clay as we delve into the art of creating exquisite buttons from scratch. In our mini workshop, you'll delve into the world of polymer clay, mastering techniques to blend colours and condition the clay perfectly. Under expert guidance, you'll craft your very own polymer clay slab, ready to be transformed into beautiful buttons. Choose your preferred option: watch your buttons bake in a standard oven during the workshop, take them home to bake at your leisure, or opt to have them baked and sent to you afterward for the cost of a standard Australia Post stamp. No prior experience is needed to embark on this creative journey. Don't miss out on this opportunity to unleash your creativity and walk away with unique, handcrafted buttons of your own making! Reserve your spot now. Workshop fee $ 25

Enamelling Basics, The Pendant with Anna-Margot & Allie Collins

In this class you will learn how to paint with fire, using a variety of speciality enamels, and techniques create a unique pendant which will be hung on either a cord or silver plated chain for you to wear home. Workshop fee including kit $35

Developing engaging backgrounds in acrylic paint with Julie-Ann Barker

In this workshop connect with nature and your creativity, using local foliage and plant images to base your artwork on. Step through a creative journey of developing an engaging background that’s the hero of your piece. Build up the surface narrative, playing with layering and marks across the surface developing depth and interest and exploring connections between the subject and its environment. Can explore creative marking with eclectic tools and techniques to develop intriguing, marks, colours, patterns, and textures. Let the marks take on a life of their own that’s a little unpredictable, but relatable to aspects of nature. Use acrylic medium to develop semitransparent colour layers across all the elements of your artwork creating a unity that brings it all together. Paint, draw or use a template, depending on your skill set to place your plant image into your exciting background. Understand what works well and build on these sections to extend and complete your artwork. Fee $40

Introduction To Recycled Paper with Joanna Faber

In this 2 hour session you'll have a broad hands-on experience making paper. We'll cover:  - how to prepare your varied source papers via different processing meth-ods - Explanations of the papermaking equipment involved in the process  - Setting up and charging your vat with pulp  - Pulling sheets of paper from the vat, the couching techniques  - Some extra creative techniques to add a bit of Individuality & Bling to your paper  - Information on pressing and drying. Expect to take home 20+ damp sheets of handmade, recycled paper to dry. You'll need to bring: - Cotton fabric/or old blanket (an old bedsheet is ideal) cut into A4 pieces, you'll need approximately 20-30 A4 pieces. - a plastic tray or board or shallow box to carry home your damp papers - apron and closed in shoes that can get wet Workshop fee $55.

Paste Papers with Sarah Davie & Kerrie White

In our workshop, participants will learn how to decorate a paper using a mixture of starch paste and paint, using simple tools that can be found around the house and quickly and cheaply made. This simple hands on demonstration with opportunities to experiment with different decorative techniques and styles, workshop participants will take home their paste papers at the end of the session, workshop fee $10

Slow Stich Rabbit or Bird with Susan Hoy

In this workshop you will begin the basics of developing a piece of slow stitch which incorporates, stamping, stitching and colouring. The piece you develop will provide the essential techniques for exploring this form of slow stitch in other items. In this workshop the slow stitch techniques will incorporate simple basic embroidery stitches coupled with design stamping and using water colour pencils. Level of difficulty_ This workshop is available to all skill levels Workshop fee including kit $50

 Secret Belgian Binding with Joanna Fear & Andrew Lee

Make a book Turn paper, thread, board and cloth into a beautiful, pocket-sized notebook using the 'Secret Belgian' bookbinding method. This is the perfect place to begin learning some bookbinding skills and techniques. All materials and equipment supplied. Workshop fee $40

Enamelling Basics Part 2 The Earring with Anna-Margot & Allie Collins

In this class you will learn how to paint with fire, using a variety of speciality enamels, and techniques create a unique pair of earrings which will be hung sterling silver ear wires for you to wear home. Workshop fee $45