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WORKSHOPS ATWORKSHOPS ATWORKSHOPS ATWORKSHOPS ATWORKSHOPS AT A GLANCEA GLANCEA GLANCEA GLANCEA GLANCEFull details can be found in the Main Programme schedule

FEBRUARYFEBRUARYFEBRUARYFEBRUARYFEBRUARY10th Wed In Residence Various11th/12th Thurs/Fri Following a Thread 2 days Bobby Britnell24th Wed Marvellous Metallics Jo Mabbutt25th Thurs Mandala Collage Holly Blake26th Fri Soldered Book Wraps Alex Waylett

MARCHMARCHMARCHMARCHMARCH1st-5th Tues/Sat Artist In Residence 5 days Maggie Grey8th/9th Tues/Wed Interior Landscapes 2 days Sarah Burgess10th/11th Thurs/Fri Exploring Velvet 2 days Angie Hughes12th Sat Using a Sewing Machine as a Pencil Nodeen Salmon18th Fri Beginners Felt Making Clare Bullock22nd/23rd Tues/Wed Metal Magic 2 days Lynda Swaine31st Thurs Wired to Cloth and Stitch Pauline Verrinder

APRILAPRILAPRILAPRILAPRIL1st Fri In Residence Various6th Wed Portrait Painting with Pastels Vanessa Bryson7th Thurs Introduction to Lino Printing Anna Pye8th/9th Fri/Sat Black and White 2 days Frances Pickering12th/13th Tues/Wed Embossed Surfaces in Felt 2 days Jeanette Appleton14th/15th Thurs/Fri Collecting Colours 2 days Alice Fox16th Sat Coptic Binding Edel Hopkin19th/20th Tues/Wed Reflections 2 days Amanda Hislop21st Thurs Create Printed Layers Clive Barnett23rd Sat Water-soluble Sparkly Flowers Alex Waylett27th/28th Wed/Thurs Less is More 2 days Amanda Clayton30th Sat Hand Embroidered Rockery Garden Nodeen Salmon

MAYMAYMAYMAYMAY4th Wed Paint with Stitch Gina Ferrari5th/6th Thurs/Fri Play with Print 2 days Alison Hulme11th Wed Marvellous Monoprinting Maria Boyle12th/13th Thurs/Fri Goldwork Lizard Broach 2 days Georgina Bellamy14th Sat Flower Pounding and Trapping Linda Rudkin17th/18th Tues/Wed Trailing Stories 2 days Brenda Parsons19th/20th Thurs/Fri Nuno Felt Making 2 days Clare Bullock21st Sat Indigo Dyed Shabori Janice Gunner24th/25th Tues/Wed Introduction to Polymer Clay 2 days Debbie Carlton26th Thurs Exploring Stuff Viv Arthur

JUNEJUNEJUNEJUNEJUNE3rd/4th Fri/Sat The Summer Gathering Various8th Wed Play Around!9th Thurs Drypoint Etching Tania Durrant

Other dates in June have been given over to ‘From the Earth’for workshops and an exhibition -

an event organised promote ethical textile practicesSee page 12 for the information

JULYJULYJULYJULYJULY5th/6th Tues/Wed Screen Play 2 days Lynda Monk7th/8th Thurs/Fri Love Your Gelli 2 days Alison Hulme9th Sat Make Your Mark Clive Barnett12th/13th Tues/Wed Lines and Layers in Felt 2 days Jeanette Appleton14th Thurs Stitched Graffiti Art Gina Ferrari16th SatFrom Sketchbook to Wax,Ink and Design Pauline Verrinder20th-22nd Wed-Fri Summer School 3 days Angie Hughes26th/27th Tues/Wed Or Nue 2 days Anthea Godfrey

AUGUSTAUGUSTAUGUSTAUGUSTAUGUST2nd/3rd Tues/Wed Sticky and Shiny! 2 days Kim Thittichai17th-20th Wed-Sat Summer School 4 days Amanda Hislop24th Weds Accessorize in Felt Clare Bullock25th/26th Thurs/Fri Mixed Media Playdays 2 days Lynda Monk31st/1st Wed/Thurs Stitching Between the Lines 2 days Julia Triston

SEPTEMBERSEPTEMBERSEPTEMBERSEPTEMBERSEPTEMBER2nd Fri Sculptural Stitched Papers Brenda Parsons6th-8th Tues-ThursDrawing the Line 3 days Bobby Britnell9th/10th Thurs/Fri Exploring Batik 2 days Jenny O’Leary13th-15th Tues-Thurs Warm Colours, Fallen Leaves 3 days Nodeen Salmon20th-22nd Tues-Thurs Vanilla Essence 3 days Amanda Clayton24th Sat Waiting for the Tide Clive Barnett28th Wed Laminated Stitch Alex Waylett

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Dear All!Dear All!Dear All!Dear All!Dear All!Welcome to the 2016 ART VAN GO Workshop Programme!This year feels as though it has been manic from start to finish, especially thelast six months with all the big shows!

Since we launched the selling website things have been busier than ever and we’re so pleasedto say that it’s going really well. If anything, we miss talking to as many people (you can stillphone us up), but on the other hand, we’re now available at midnight for all those nocturnalshoppers!

We had determined that 2016 was going to be quieter on the workshop front, but I’m afraid theWorkshop Elf had other ideas and if anything it is more packed than ever - so with no furtherado - read on!!!

With very best wishes for a Happy, Healthy 2016 from everyonehere at Art Van Go!

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OCTOBEROCTOBEROCTOBEROCTOBEROCTOBER12th/13th Weds/Thurs Paper Transformations 2 days Amanda Hislop14th Fri In Residence Various18th/9th Tues/Wed Advanced Eco Dying 2 days Caroline Bell20th/21st Thur/Fri Positively Medieval 2 days Frances Pickering25th Tues Monoprinting Effects for Cloth Maria Boyle26th/27th Weds/Thur Vain Devices 2 days Alysn Midgelow-Marsden28th Fri Botanicals in Pen & Wash Jill Winch

NOVEMBERNOVEMBERNOVEMBERNOVEMBERNOVEMBER1st/2nd Tues/Wed Meltingly Beautiful Beads 2 days Lynda Swaine3rd Thurs Introduction to Lino Printing Anna Pye5th Sat Metallics for Textiles Jo Mabbutt8th-10th Tues-Thurs A New Starting Point 3 days Kim Thittichai11th Fri Stitched Grafitti Art Gina Ferrari15th-17th Tue-Thurs Creative Paperworks 3 days Ruth Issett18th/19th Fri/Sat Natural Progression 2 days Pauline Verrinder

DECEMBERDECEMBERDECEMBERDECEMBERDECEMBER1st/2nd Thurs/Fri Colourful Contrasts in Felt 2 days Jeanette Appleton6th/7th Tues/Weds Memory Keepers 2 days Lynda Monk9th/10th Fri/Sat Christmas Bizarre!! Various

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Following a ThreadFollowing a ThreadFollowing a ThreadFollowing a ThreadFollowing a Thread Thurs 11th FebTwo Day Workshop Fri 12th FebTutor: Bobby BritnellThe course will start by exploring simple and accessible drawing exercises in tone and line working directly into a sketchbook,with students building up a useful source of reference. Students will then use this reference material to explore and developpersonal responses through paper, fabric and stitch following a thread of an idea.This course is suitable for all abilities and will be a useful introduction to the 3 day course that Bobby is running in September2016 but can also be taken as standalone workshopwww.bobbybritnell.co.ukCost: £92.00 (inc £3.00 materials charge)

Marvellous MetallicsMarvellous MetallicsMarvellous MetallicsMarvellous MetallicsMarvellous Metallics Wed 24th Feb

Tutor: Jo MabbuttExplore the wonderful world of metallic decoration. This workshop will introduce a widerange of metallic media, including real metal leaf, metallic powders and metallic transfer foiland demonstrate how to apply to various surfaces for decorative effect. You will have theopportunity to explore a variety of techniques and combine media to texture, colour, oxidiseand distress your samples. During the workshop you will be building up a collection of dra-matic starting points and knowledge of basic gilding for future use.www.jmdecorativeart.co.ukCost: £44.00 (inc £8.00 materials charge)

A new tutor for Art Van Go with a brand new subject. Holly is an illustrator whose passion is travel. Along the way she haslearnt about the power of mandala, as purely a decorative art form, but also as a spiritual and ritual symbol.

Mandala CollageMandala CollageMandala CollageMandala CollageMandala Collage Thurs 25th Feb

Tutor: Holly BlakeAre you looking for new and interesting ways to make use of beautiful found objects or your own experimental artwork? Bringyour mark making experiments and paper or fabric scraps along to this workshop and learn how to transform them into abeautiful mandala design that is satisfying to create and stunning to look at.www.hollyanneblake.comCost: £30.00 (inc £5.00 materials charge)

february

In ResidenceIn ResidenceIn ResidenceIn ResidenceIn ResidenceWed 10th Feb

10.00- 4pmWhat better way to kick off our 2016 programme than to have an ‘In Residence’

with four of our favourite artists. They will be working away in the galleryshowing what they’ve been up to since the Christmas break

Clare Bullock - Lynda MonkSharon Osborne - Pauline Verrinder

Drop in any time to see these artists at work in their respective areas- feltmaking, thermofax & printing, mixed media & stitch.

There will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions and observe their techniques.These sessions are FREE and there’s no need to book.

See also Fri 1st April - Fri 14th OctPlus ‘The Gatherings’ : Fri 3rd & Sat June - Fri 9th & 10th Dec


Soldered Book CoverSoldered Book CoverSoldered Book CoverSoldered Book CoverSoldered Book Cover Fri 26th Feb

Tutor: Alex WaylettA great day for both experienced and beginners in machine embroidery. Layers ofprinted fabrics, lame and kunin felt are sandwiched and stitched with the darning footbefore using the soldering tool to reverse applique to create a fabulous book-wrap.www.alexandrawaylett.comCost: £46.00 (inc £8.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 10

Interior LandscapesInterior LandscapesInterior LandscapesInterior LandscapesInterior Landscapes Tues 8th MarTwo Day Workshop Wed 9th MarTutor: Sarah BurgessExplore landscape using accidental and intentional printed marks onto experimental surfaces. Text, stitch and mark are lay-ered, fabrics inserted, contrasts explored and shapes exaggerated to create personal landscapes of time and space. Thisworkshop is equally suitable for those who have not worked with Sarah previously or those who explored this wonderfullysensitive workshop last year and wish to develop their ideas further.www.sarah-burgess.comCost: £130.00 (inc £8.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 8

march

In Residence Special!!!In Residence Special!!!In Residence Special!!!In Residence Special!!!In Residence Special!!!Maggie Grey

Tues 1st - Sat 5th MarchDuring March in the gallery we are delighted to have the exhibition

‘Long Diaries and Tall Tales,Maggie Grey Past and Present’

Even better, we will have Maggie Grey herself hereas a special ‘In Residence’ for five brilliant days!

Maggie will be demonstrating some of the techniques and methods she has used overthe years as well as experimenting with new processes. She will also be talkingabout her latest book - and theme for the exhibition - ‘Long Diaries, Tall Tales’.

www.workshopontheweb.com These sessions are free and do not require booking. Just drop in!


Exploring VelvetExploring VelvetExploring VelvetExploring VelvetExploring Velvet Thurs 10th Mar

Two Day Workshop Fri 11th MarTutor: Angie HughesThis workshop will explore the effects achieved with dyes, inks and bleaching back in additionto transfoils, glitters and Lumiere paint on velvet and will provide the opportunity to print ontothe fabric as well as develop ideas for free machine embroidery. Learn about colour anddischarge, then make your own printing blocks with a garden theme and experiment withpainted bondaweb and foils. Top off with organza, machine embroidery and cut-away areasto give the essence of a mysterious secret garden.www.angiehughes.comCost: £110.00 (inc £8.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 10

Use your Sewing Machine as a PencilUse your Sewing Machine as a PencilUse your Sewing Machine as a PencilUse your Sewing Machine as a PencilUse your Sewing Machine as a Pencil Sat 12th Mar

Tutor: Nodeen SalmonUsing a limited number of machine embroidery threads and no special drawing skills, we will explore ways to use thesewing machine needle as a pencil. Aimed at intermediate and advanced machine embroiderers who want to explorethe capabilities of their machine as a line drawing tool.www.nodeensalmon.comCost: £39.00

Beginners Felt MakingBeginners Felt MakingBeginners Felt MakingBeginners Felt MakingBeginners Felt Making Fri 18th Mar

Tutor: Clare BullockIf you enjoy hands-on, tactile crafts then come along and learn the foundation skills of felt-making for beginners. This course will give you a taste of what can be done with wool fibreand is sure to give you the drive to want to explore and expand your skills.Cost: £39.00 (inc £5.00 materials chargeIf required, there will be a charge of £8.00 for a bamboo blind (used for finishing) – or you mayprovide your own.

Painting with WatercoloursPainting with WatercoloursPainting with WatercoloursPainting with WatercoloursPainting with Watercolours Sat 19th MarTutor: Jill WinchWith this one day course Jill will show you how to successfully use and apply watercolours for painting all things botanical.Suitable for those new to the use of watercolours.www.jillwinch.comCost: £29.00

After the success of last year’s course, this workshop has now been extended to twodays to give more time to cover explorations.

Metal MagicMetal MagicMetal MagicMetal MagicMetal Magic Tues 22nd Mar

Two Day Workshop Wed 23 MarTutor: Lynda SwaineThe aim of this workshop is to create confidence, and dispel any concerns aboutstitching into different types of metal. It will cover many aspects of distressing, em-bossing, printing and stitching metal, and will give plenty of inspiration to explore newideas. Creative backgrounds to compliment your work will also be explored. Thiscourse is designed for both beginners and experienced sewers, to be creative, funand absorbing. A Goodie Bag of prepared materials is provided.You will be required to bring your own sewing machine.www.sewwithconfidence.co.ukCost: £69.00 (inc £9.00 materials charge)


Wired to Cloth and StitchWired to Cloth and StitchWired to Cloth and StitchWired to Cloth and StitchWired to Cloth and Stitch Thurs 31st MarTutor: Pauline VerrinderExplore the creative potential and processes involved in combining wire with fabric andstitch. Students will concentrate on creating small 3-dimensional forms and structures usingdifferent types of wire and experimenting with a medley of techniques. Both hand and ma-chine stitching will be used so it is important you have free-machine embroidery skills.www.paulineverrinder.comCost: £38.00 (inc £4.00 materials charge)

Portrait Painting with PastelsPortrait Painting with PastelsPortrait Painting with PastelsPortrait Painting with PastelsPortrait Painting with Pastels Wed 6th April

Tutor: Vanessa BrysonUsing soft pastels you will learn the qualities of this beautiful medium to create portraits, although they can equally be used forlandscapes or botanical paintings. This one-day workshop using the soft, mixable quality of this type of pastel, will develop theskills to produce a finished painting from your own photograph. You will learn the different qualities of each brand as well aswhich colours to use for portraits or landscapes. Don’t be afraid to get dirty!!Cost: £44.00 (inc £9.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 9

An Introduction toAn Introduction toAn Introduction toAn Introduction toAn Introduction toLino Cut PrintingLino Cut PrintingLino Cut PrintingLino Cut PrintingLino Cut Printing Thurs 7th April

Tutor: Anna PyeHave a fun day of lino cutting and printing – learn aboutthe tools, types of lino, papers and inks. You’ll cut yourdesign, ink up your block and print by hand on a varietyof papers. Warning you may become addicted!www.annapye.comCost: £48.00 (inc £10.00 materials charge)This workshop is repeated in NovemberAll of the specialist materials needed for theworkshop are provided as part of the charge.

april

Art Van Go will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday

In ResidenceIn ResidenceIn ResidenceIn ResidenceIn ResidenceFri 1st April

10.00 - 4pmWho will be there?

There’s several artists up for it this time - so which combination will it be???Drop in any time to see the artists at work in their respective areas

- could be feltmaking, printing, mixed media or machine stitch.There will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions and observe their techniques.

These sessions are FREE and there’s no need to book.See also Wed 10th Feb & Fri 14th Oct

Plus ‘The Gatherings’ : Fri 3rd & Sat June - Fri 9th & 10th Dec


Black and White and Read All OverBlack and White and Read All OverBlack and White and Read All OverBlack and White and Read All OverBlack and White and Read All OverTwo Day Workshop Fri 8th AprilTutor: Frances Pickering Sat 9th AprilThe theme is the written word. Students can use poetry, maybe a fa-vourite poem, a special book or just some words they love. Students willwork in black and white and yes, alright - you can use one accent colourand greys!www.francespickering.comCost: £90.00 (inc £4.00 materials charge)

Embossed Surfaces in FeltEmbossed Surfaces in FeltEmbossed Surfaces in FeltEmbossed Surfaces in FeltEmbossed Surfaces in FeltTwo Day Workshop Tues 12th AprilTutor: Jeanette Appleton Wed 13th AprilCreate interesting and surprising embossed and textured surfaces us-ing various fibres and materials through the felt process. Students willbe helped to develop individual approaches and working methods, cre-ating ideas for one off textiles, interior or fashion items.www.jeanetteappleton.comCost £130.00 (inc £6.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 10

Collecting ColoursCollecting ColoursCollecting ColoursCollecting ColoursCollecting Colours Thurs 14th AprilTwo Day Workshop Fri 15th AprilTutor: Alice FoxExplore ways of capturing natural colours on fabric and paper - plants & those thingsthat are all around you - to create colourful inks, then bring colour, mark and handstitch together in simple but unique hand-made books.www.alicefox.co.ukCost: £89.00 (inc £3.00 materials charge)

Coptic BindingCoptic BindingCoptic BindingCoptic BindingCoptic Binding Sat 16th April

Tutor: Edel Hopkin

The craft world’s favourite binding structure, coptic binding, allows for the success-ful binding of mixed weights and sizes of papers. This binding opens to 360degmaking for a solid, portable sketching surface.During this first workshop from this dedicated book-binder, in one day you will learnthe fundamental skills that will enable you to produce the same great results athome using easily available tools and materials. You will also acquire the flexibilityand confidence to experiment with your own ideas which could incorporate yourown work.www.edel.co.ukCost: £54.00 (inc £8.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 10


ReflectionsReflectionsReflectionsReflectionsReflectionsAn exploration in paper, colour and stitch Tues 19th AprilTwo Day Workshop Wed 20th AprilTutor: Amanda HislopReflections… explore the abstract nature of reflected natural and man-made forms through an experimental approach tocolour, texture and line. Working with mark making, papers, scrim and a reduced colour palette explore layering and collagetechniques to generate creative surfaces to develop with mixed media and stitch.www.amandahisloptextileartist.comCost: £89.00 (inc £9.00 materials charge)

Creating Printed LayersCreating Printed LayersCreating Printed LayersCreating Printed LayersCreating Printed Layers Thurs 21st April

Tutor: Clive BarnettClive’s thoughtful and thorough approach on this one day workshop will teach you howto create multi-layers of pattern and colour onto cloth using Procion dyes and twoprinting techniques – mono-printing and silk-screen printing. End the day with a won-derful collection of printed samples ready to be taken further in your personal work, ordeveloped with stitch and embellishment. The techniques discovered can very easilybe undertaken at home with basic equipment and materials so, following this workshop,you will be able to continue to create your own unique fabrics.Cost: £57.00 (inc £8.00 materials charge)All equipment provided by the tutor.Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 9

Water-soluble Sparkly FlowersWater-soluble Sparkly FlowersWater-soluble Sparkly FlowersWater-soluble Sparkly FlowersWater-soluble Sparkly Flowers Sat 23rd AprilTutor: Alex WaylettA great introduction to structural textiles – this day will give you the techniques to go onto a produce your own unique flowers but can also be applied to other motifs such asinsects, butterflies and vessels. Working with water soluble fabrics and sheers in yourchoice of colours and wires you will be shown step by step how to create your ownstunning flower with the darning foot, satin stitch and your sewing machine. Ideal forbeginners at free machine embroidery and the more experienced.www.alexandrawaylett.comCost: £43.00 (inc £6.00 materials charge)

We are thrilled to welcome this wonderful artist to Art Van Go for the first time.Anyone who appreciated Amanda Clayton’s beautifully sensitive pieces at the Knitting & Stitching Shows, where she exhibitedalongside Vivien Prideaux in ‘The Other’ exhibition, will delight in her workshops. There is a second workshop from Amandain September.

Less is MoreLess is MoreLess is MoreLess is MoreLess is More Weds 27th AprilTwo Day Workshop Thurs 28th AprilTutor: Amanda ClaytonImagery, concept and narrative: this paper-based workshop is aimed at any-one who wishes to produce their own individual work within textiles suggest-ing lots of strategies for starting points and inspiration. Explore line, tonalqualities through compositional ‘play’ to produce many sequential pieces.www.amandajclayton.co.ukCost: £108.00Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 10


The Rockery GardenThe Rockery GardenThe Rockery GardenThe Rockery GardenThe Rockery Garden Sat 30th April

Tutor: Nodeen SalmonA palette of grey, white, cream and delicate yellows and greens will be transformed into a small hand embroidered rockerygarden. For all abilities, we will use a selection of familiar embroidery stitches in a contemporary way.www.nodeensalmon.comCost: £39.00

Paint with StitchPaint with StitchPaint with StitchPaint with StitchPaint with Stitch Wed 4th May

Tutor: Gina FerrariThis is a free machine embroidery workshop using your machine as adrawing tool. Master stitches and control your machine producingsome fabulous miniature pictures. Ideal for beginners but challengingenough for those with experience too.www.ginaferrari.co.ukCost: £38.00

Play with PrintPlay with PrintPlay with PrintPlay with PrintPlay with Print Thurs 5th MayTwo Day Workshop Fri 6th MayTutor: Alison HulmeThere are many ways to create printed surfaces and this workshop will give you the oppor-tunity to try many of them. You will gain confidence in experimenting and playing to createbeautiful designs from which it will be possible to develop fabrics for bags, quilts or clothesand many other items. The workshop will develop ideas based on layering techniques, to givemany new ideas, using as many printing methods as we can fit in, in just two days!www.alisonhulmetextiles.wordpress.comCost: £75.00 (inc £10 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 9

DrawingDrawingDrawingDrawingDrawing Tues 10th May

Tutor: Suzy DrakeHaving even basic drawing skills enhances your powers of observation and and starts you on a journey of visual discovery ofthe world around you. With Suzy’s help and encouragement, explore the creative and expressive possibilities of drawingmaterials and techniques, and enjoy making marks in these fun, relaxed drawing sessions. Each session will be open foranyone to join offering more time to practice and learn new skills.www.suzydrake.comCost: £29.00 (inc £2 materials charge)

Marvellous Mono-PrintingMarvellous Mono-PrintingMarvellous Mono-PrintingMarvellous Mono-PrintingMarvellous Mono-Printing Wed 11th May

Tutor: Maria BoyleExplore mono-printing with a blank silk-screen and water soluble media and quicklycreate a selection of marvellous printed papers and textiles with a painterly mark,providing you with lots of samples and finished pieces.www.mariaboyle.co.ukCost: £59.00 (inc £6.00 materials charge)

may


Georgina Bellamy’s amazing hand embroidery was seen at theKnitting & Stitching Shows this year as she is one of the Embroi-derers Guild Scholars 2015/16. Apart from creating her ownwork, her passion is imparting these skills to others, and in par-ticular bringing them to younger artists & designers in a newand contemporary style.

Goldwork Lizard BroochGoldwork Lizard BroochGoldwork Lizard BroochGoldwork Lizard BroochGoldwork Lizard BroochTwo Day Workshop Thurs 12th MayTutor: Georgina Bellamy Fri 13th MayA brilliant two day workshop aiming to teach students the basics in goldwork and stump work techniques. You will learn how to create you very ownbeautifully crafted fully 3-D goldwork animal brooch. A kit will be supplied at anextra charge to ensure everyone has the correct materials. Depending on the choice of the participant this will range from£15.00 to £18.00 - the use of gold, copper of silver will cost morewww.instagram.com/georginabellamCost: £60.00 Additional charge TBCThe additional charge for the kit of thread, goldwork purls, beads and crystals etc will be an extra charge.

Flower Pounding and TrappingFlower Pounding and TrappingFlower Pounding and TrappingFlower Pounding and TrappingFlower Pounding and Trapping Sat 14th May

Tutor: Linda RudkinLearn how to use fresh flowers, leaves and a hammer to create beautiful images on fabric – instantly! Add a further dimensionto your work by trapping fresh plant material into the fabric. Join us to discover the botanical artist within!www.lindrudkin.comCost: £39.00 (inc £3.00 materials charge)

Trailing StoriesTrailing StoriesTrailing StoriesTrailing StoriesTrailing Stories Tues 17th MayTwo Day Workshop Wed 18th MayTutor: Brenda ParsonsAn exciting, experimental two days working with a range of materials to create unusual collagedbook forms. They may hang, trail or crawl along furniture, walls or floors. These art piecescan adorn your home or be given as presents instead of cards. They may be small or largewww.brendaparsonsartist.co.ukCost: £88.00 (inc £6.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 9

Available as £1, £5 or £25Gift VouchersART VAN GOFor a workshop treat

of their choice!Or use them in the shop or the gallery


Nuno Felt MakingNuno Felt MakingNuno Felt MakingNuno Felt MakingNuno Felt Making Thurs 19th MayTwo Day Workshop Fri 20th MayTutor: Clare BullockExplore the world of felt making using ‘nuno’, a technique known for makinglightweight flowing fabrics by combining fabric and wool. This two day work-shop is designed to explore the different types of fabric and effects that youcan achieve. The second day you will use the technique to create a wonder-ful patchwork ‘nuno’ scarf.Cost: £75.00 (inc £6.00 materials charge)If required, there will be a charge of £8.00 for a bamboo blind

Indigo Dyed ShiboriIndigo Dyed ShiboriIndigo Dyed ShiboriIndigo Dyed ShiboriIndigo Dyed Shibori Sat 21st May

Tutor: Janice GunnerSpend an exciting day learning two of the most popular Shibori techniques with Janice Gunner,author of ‘Shibori for Textile Artist’s. You will then dye using Indigo, that most magical dye,there is no other blue quite like it!www.janicegunner.co.ukCost: £54.00 (inc £3.00 materials charge)

An exciting new subject for Art Van Go that we are sure will captivate everyone. When Debbiewas demonstrating her skills at our Summer Gathering this year the regular question was

“when can we do a workshop?!” - so here it is!

Introduction to Polymer ClayIntroduction to Polymer ClayIntroduction to Polymer ClayIntroduction to Polymer ClayIntroduction to Polymer Clay Tues 24th MayTwo Day Workshop Wed 25th MayTutor: Debbie CarltonPolymer is a dynamic media, easy and fun to use and a great way to create affordable andcolourful pieces of art jewellery. Debbie’s approach to teaching is to share her knowledge,create beautiful objects and inspire others to do the same.All materials are supplied for the workshop, including the polymer clay - so no further require-ments necessary.www.debbiecarltonjewellery.co.ukCost: £83.00 (inc £15.00 materials charge)

Exploring StuffExploring StuffExploring StuffExploring StuffExploring Stuff Thurs 26th MayA Mixed-Media PlaydayTutor: Viv ArthurThere are so many materials available for creative embellishment- paints, inks, gels, dyes, pigments, binders etc, etc, etc -and the permutations of working them together in mixed-media are endless, so it’s not surprising that it can be so confusing asto what’s what! Dip into a range of different basic materials and apply them in combinations and layers to discover the resultsand the ‘happy accidents’. Learn about the differences between the types of materials involved and be able to recognise whateach is best suited to and so what you may need and what you don’t!!Cost: £30.00 (inc £5.00 materials charge)


Play Around!Play Around!Play Around!Play Around!Play Around! Wed 8th June10.30am - 3.30pmIn a variation of a UFO (Un-Finished-Object), or a PHD (Project-Half-Done) day, this is achance to bring along the project that’s going nowhere, or the techniques & materials thatdon’t seem to be giving the results you want and get some collaborative help with it. Lots of‘stuff’ will be available to explore under the watchful guidance of the odd artist or two!If you can, let us know in advance what sort of things you are interested in and perhaps wecan see about arranging the day accordingly, if poss.Cost: £12.00Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 8

We came across Tania Durrant’s work fairly recently and we love it!! This is a new typeof print workshop for us and we are particularly excited about it. Tania will be bringingeverything you need including the kitchen sink - sorry! - I mean the print-press!

Drypoint EtchingDrypoint EtchingDrypoint EtchingDrypoint EtchingDrypoint Etching Thurs 9th JuneTutor: Tania DurrantJoin Tania Scott Durrant a professional Fine Art printmaker for a day of DrypointEtching. You will produce your own A5 printing plate using a drypoint etchingneedle to produce an original design with a characteristic soft velvety line. Youwill then print a limited edition of your design using a traditional etching press.You will learn how to colour your prints using a process called Chine Collewww.taniadurrant.comCost: £39.00 (inc £4.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to 9

Summer Gathering!!!Summer Gathering!!!Summer Gathering!!!Summer Gathering!!!Summer Gathering!!!Fri 3rd and Sat 4th June

We had a brilliant time in 2015 with the Summer Gathering - good weather, lots of visitors, Martin from Slow Loris and Wendy from

21st Century Yarns were the ‘pop-up’ shops, and the artists involved really did us all proud!

It was so good, we’re making it an annual thing, so these arethe dates for 2016!! Make a note for your diary now!!

june

‘From the Earth’ is a two venue event organisedby Caroline Bell and Jenny Leslie which takesplace in June 2016. Its aim is to promote ethicaltextile practices in the broadest sense, through theuse of natural dyes and printing processes, naturalfabrics and fibres, with particular reference to thoseproduced in ethical ways, upcycling and incorpo-rating other natural materials and ‘found’ items.

Art Van Go is delighted to be part of this momen-tous event as we will be the venue for the series ofassociated workshops by well-known textile practi-tioners working in the field. As a back-drop to theworkshops those artists will also present work in anexhibition here in the gallery throughout June.

In the other venue - Mardleybury Gallery in nearby Datchworth - there will be amonth long exhibition - ‘A Celebration of Ethical Textiles’. Submissions for thisexhibition are now invited (deadline 31st Jan).

Please note that all enquiries, submissions and workshop details and bookings forthis event are being handled by ‘From the Earth’ and NOT by Art Van Go.

Please go to www.fromtheearthtextiles.co.uk for all the details.

The following will give you a flavour of the workshops on offer, but please go to the‘From the Earth’ website for details and costs

Organic Indigo Dyeing- Ancient Techniques, A New Twist Fri 10th JuneTwo Day Workshop Sat 11th JuneTutor: Jenny LeslieMake a vat and generate an array of samples. Use a variety of flour paste resists to make organic marks on theses samplesand then experiment with over-dyeing with other natural colours.

Eco Prints and Memory Cloth Tues 14th JuneThree Day Workshop Thurs 16th JuneTutor: Fabienne DorsmanPlant magic and alchemy potions and enjoy the magnificence of the naturalcolours gained in respect of nature and the slow passing of time.

Pods of Tenderness Fri 17th JuneTutor: Fabienne DorsmanAn additional day to explore the combination of hand stitching and building.

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Black and White - the Diversity of Natural Fibres Tues 21st JuneTwo Day Workshop Wed 22nd JuneTutor: Sarah WaltersUse a variety of natural fleeces and work with their characteristics to produce an array of samples.

Screen Printing with Natural Dyes Thurs 23rd JuneTwo Day Workshop Fri 24th JuneTutors: Caroline Bell & Alison HulmeIncorporate natural dyes into screen printing processes and obtain a range of colour possibilities through the use of mordants.

Rust Marks Tues 28th JuneThree Day Workshop Thurs 30th JuneTutor: Alice FoxPrinting and dyeing with found rusty objects on textural surfaces achieved through fabric manipulation. Produce a series ofunique prints and marks on paper and fabric.

Please book these workshops through ‘From the Earth’ by going to the websitewww.fromtheearthtextiles.co.uk where you will be instructed

to email your booking application to [email protected]


Screen Play!Screen Play!Screen Play!Screen Play!Screen Play! Tues 5th JulyTwo Day Workshop Wed 6th JulyTutor: Lynda MonkIn this workshop you will learn how Thermofax screens are made, which designs work best and how to care for your screens.We will then go on to print with screens using various mediums: Xpandaprint, Soluble Crayons, Markal Paintstiks and more.These will then be coloured, foiled, embossed, wired and stitched. There will also be an opportunity for you to have a screenprinted to your own design.www.purplemissus.comCost: £89.00 (inc £15.00 materials charge)

Love Your GelliLove Your GelliLove Your GelliLove Your GelliLove Your Gelli Thurs 7th JulyTwo Day Workshop Fri 8th JulyTutor: Alison HulmeAn intrduction to Gelli plate printing. You will have the opportunity to explore the flexibility andpotential of the Gelli plate surface, creating a range of images and textures on both paper andfabric. These will have the potential to be taken further as quilts, bags or clothes at a later time.www.alisonhulmetextiles.wordpress.comCost: £75.00 (inc £10.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 9

Make Your MarkMake Your MarkMake Your MarkMake Your MarkMake Your Mark Sat 9th JulyWith Discharge PrintingTutor: Clive BarnettOn this one day workshop you will explore mark-making printing techniquesinvolving ‘Discharge Printing’ processes onto both plain and patterned fabrics tocreate layered and complex surfaces of pattern and texture. (Discharge willremove the base colour from fabric.) Marks will be made using screen-printing& mono-printing methods. You will end the day with a wonderful collection ofsample pieces to use in your own work, and with enough knowledge to continuethe processes at home.Cost: £57.00 (inc £8.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 9

Lines and Layers in Felt MakingLines and Layers in Felt MakingLines and Layers in Felt MakingLines and Layers in Felt MakingLines and Layers in Felt MakingTwo Day Workshop Tues 12th JulyTutor: Jeanette Appleton Wed 13th JulyDiscover new shapes and patterns by deconstructing fancy yarns withnatural and synthetic fibres such as linen, silk, soya or seaweed fibre.Enjoy the transformation when the thin prefelts are layered with fabricsstitched with different threads and fully felted.www.jeanetteappleton.comCost: £132.00 (inc £8.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 10

july


Stitched Graffiti ArtStitched Graffiti ArtStitched Graffiti ArtStitched Graffiti ArtStitched Graffiti Art Thurs 14th July

Tutor: Gina FerrariIn this free machine embroidery workshop you will use the machineas a drawing tool. With the technique of thread painting you willcreate your own unique piece of stitched graffiti art. Full guidancewill be given.www.ginaferrari.co.ukCost: £38.00

Butterflies, Bees & InsectsButterflies, Bees & InsectsButterflies, Bees & InsectsButterflies, Bees & InsectsButterflies, Bees & Insects Fri 15th July

Tutor: Jill WinchWith this one day course Jill will show you how to paint a butterfly, bee or insect which can be used with your flower paintings,or just simply on its own as an illustration.www.jillwinch.comCost: £29.00

From Sketchbook to Wax, Ink and DesignFrom Sketchbook to Wax, Ink and DesignFrom Sketchbook to Wax, Ink and DesignFrom Sketchbook to Wax, Ink and DesignFrom Sketchbook to Wax, Ink and Design Sat 16th July

Tutor: Pauline VerrinderA ‘book-binding machine’ provides the means to quickly create your own small ring-bound sketchbook using a mixture ofchosen papers. Use those individual sketchbooks as a catalyst to experiment and to develop designs using simple and vibrantwax and ink techniques; stitch for making marks; fabric and paper. If the thought of working into a sketchbook fills you withhorror this workshop offers a less intimidating and fun design path to explore. Pauline will have her machine on hand to createthe sketchbooks.www.paulineverrinder.comCost: £36.00 (inc £2.00 materials charge)

Sea Fever - Mixed Media TextilesSea Fever - Mixed Media TextilesSea Fever - Mixed Media TextilesSea Fever - Mixed Media TextilesSea Fever - Mixed Media TextilesThree Day Workshop Wed 20th JulyTutor: Angie Hughes to Fri 22nd JulyThe theme for this year’s summer school with be all things under the sea,fish seaweed, rocks, pebbles, shells, bubbles perhaps even shipwrecks.Learn about modern materials and experimental stitch techniques machineand hand embroidery.www.angiehughes.comCost: £150.00 (inc £8.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 10

Or NueOr NueOr NueOr NueOr Nue Tues 26th JulyTwo Day Workshop Wed 27th JulyTutor: Anthea GodfreyOr Nue is a fascinating technique which has been considered the pinnacle of artistic skill for centu-ries. It requires patience, technical skill and some previous ability to couch metal thread. It is timeconsuming but hugely rewarding.Cost: £73.00 Additional charge TBCThe additional charge for the metal thread, the silk thread selection (tailored to yourdesign), the wooden frame and stretched calico. Estimated £15 - £25


DrawingDrawingDrawingDrawingDrawing Thurs 28th July

Tutor: Suzy DrakeHaving even basic drawing skills enhances your powers of observation and and starts you on a journey of visual discovery ofthe world around you. With Suzy’s help and encouragement, explore the creative and expressive possibilities of drawingmaterials and techniques, and enjoy making marks in these fun, relaxed drawing sessions. Each session will be open foranyone to join offering more time to practice and learn new skillswww.suzydrake.comCost: £29.00 (inc £2.00 materials charge)

Sticky and Shiny!Sticky and Shiny!Sticky and Shiny!Sticky and Shiny!Sticky and Shiny! Tues 2nd AugTwo Day Workshop Wed 3rd AugTutor: Kim ThittichaiThere are so many heat fusible webs and powders, but do you know how to use themcreatively? How to use them with transfer foils? Have a fun and sparkly 2 days, learninghow all the glues work and how you can use them creatively. We will create fabuloussurfaces on which to stitch and further embellish with Xpandaprint and embossing pow-ders. How much fun can you have in two days?www.kimthittchai.comCost: £95.00 (inc £6.00 materials charge)

Accessorize in FeltAccessorize in FeltAccessorize in FeltAccessorize in FeltAccessorize in Felt Tues 24th Aug

Tutor: Clare BullockIf you have ever struggled to find the perfect adornment for an outfit or piece ofwork then come along and learn how to make an embellishment in wet felt, in yourown choice of colours and finish to complement any occasion. Techniques discov-ered will enable you to develop increasingly flamboyant creations and take your felt-making further.Cost: £39.00 (inc £5.00 materials charge)

august

Summer School

Land Lines and EdgesLand Lines and EdgesLand Lines and EdgesLand Lines and EdgesLand Lines and EdgesWed 17th - Sat 20th Aug

Four Day WorkshopTutor: Amanda Hislop

Seek out edges within the landscape, field lines and hedges, tracks and pathways theplaces where order meets natural undergrowth to inspire and reveal ideas throughspontaneous experimentation, combining papers with fabric and colour creating tactilesurfaces to develop with line and texture in machine stitch.

www.amandahisloptextileartist.comCost: £198.00 (inc £12.00 materials charge)

Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 9


Mixed Media Play Days!Mixed Media Play Days!Mixed Media Play Days!Mixed Media Play Days!Mixed Media Play Days! Thurs 25th AugTwo Day Workshop Fri 26th AugTutor: Lynda MonkCome along to this fast and furious workshop and play with Tyvek, Lutradur and Kunin Felt amongst other materials. Combinethem with various mediums, dyes and paints. Stitch them, heat and distress them. Lots of techniques to learn - lots of samplesto take away and expand on. Loads of fun as well!www.purplemissus.comCost: £84.00 (inc £10.00 materials charge)

Stitching Between the LinesStitching Between the LinesStitching Between the LinesStitching Between the LinesStitching Between the Lines Wed 31st AugTwo Day Workshop Thurs 1st SeptTutor: Julia TristonCome and explore the design element of ‘Line’ through inspiring print and stitch tech-niques. Linear qualities in sources of inspiration will be investigated, and a series ofstriking samples will be created and embellished with hand embroidery and machine stitch.www.juliatriston.comCost: £98.00 (inc £3.00 materials charge)

Experimental Sculptural Stitched PapersExperimental Sculptural Stitched PapersExperimental Sculptural Stitched PapersExperimental Sculptural Stitched PapersExperimental Sculptural Stitched PapersTutor: Brenda Parsons Fri 2nd SeptFall in love with paper and its flexibility. Enjoy rolling, folding, stitching and transformingpapers, then building them into fascinating structures with unusual display opportunities.Have fun and be inspired by international contemporary paper artists.www.brendaparsonsartist.co.ukCost: £48.00 (inc £4.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 9

Drawing the LineDrawing the LineDrawing the LineDrawing the LineDrawing the Line Tues 6th SeptThree Day Workshop to Thurs 8th SeptTutor: Bobby BritnellA line is a mark or stroke, long in proportion to its breadth, made with a pen, pencil, tool, etc onto a surface.”” This course willhave students examining both the simplicity and complexity of ‘line’ as an inspirational source, by using a variety of ‘drawing’tools and mixed media surfaces. Accessible drawing methods, both traditional and experimental, will all be considered inrelation to the exercises introduced, with students quickly building up inspirational boards full of ideas and design possibilities,for personal interpretation into fabric and stitch. Artist research will offer further insights into the development of ideas, withthe whole course culminating in a useful portfolio of original works.www.bobbybritnell.co.ukCost: £140.00 (inc £3.00 materials charge)

Exploring Batik on Different SurfacesExploring Batik on Different SurfacesExploring Batik on Different SurfacesExploring Batik on Different SurfacesExploring Batik on Different Surfaces Fri 9th SeptTwo Day Workshop Sat 10th SeptTutor: Jenny O’LearyTwo days of exploring the exciting technique of Batik – hot wax resist. Traditionally worked onwhite cotton fabric, we will experiment on different surfaces such as tissue paper, paper, cotton.Each surface will offer its own surprises and effects; we will work on them separately and incombination. We will use bleach and inks on assorted papers and dyes on cotton. No experienceis needed as we will start from scratch.Cost: £88.00 (inc £8.00 materials charge)

september


A special treat - three whole indulgent days to develop your machine skills to ‘draw’ and ‘paint’ a landscape in machine-stitch!

Warm Colours and Fallen LeavesWarm Colours and Fallen LeavesWarm Colours and Fallen LeavesWarm Colours and Fallen LeavesWarm Colours and Fallen Leaves Tues 13th SeptThree Day Workshop Thurs 15th SeptTutor: Nodeen SalmonHow do you capture the intensity of the colours, warm days and cool nights of Autumn? Learning tomix vibrant autumnal colours in threads with the machine to create light and shade, texture and thestory of the season. You will complete an Autumnal landscape using free machine embroidery overthree days. Incorporating trees, leaves on the trees and ground using the needle as a drawing tool.Intermediate and advanced machine embroiderers, those familiar with their machine.www.nodeensalmon.comCost: £120.00 (inc £2.00 materials charge)

Vanilla EssenceVanilla EssenceVanilla EssenceVanilla EssenceVanilla Essence Tues 20th SeptThree Day Workshop Thurs 22nd SeptTutor: Amanda ClaytonLooking at the relationship between paper & cloth, mark & stitch, explore the qualities of clothand celebrating hand stitch. Bias, suspension, weight, construction, fragility, and space. Allissues will be explored to re-discoverer traditional techniques as a starting point, for inspirationsand beginnings. You will be working in neutrals to focus on the qualities of transparency andtranslucency.www.amandajclayton.co.ukCost: £108.00Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 10

Waiting for the TideWaiting for the TideWaiting for the TideWaiting for the TideWaiting for the Tide Sat 24th Sept

Tutor: Clive BarnettFor this one-day workshop Clive will provide all the equipment to enable you to create images (abstractor representational) using several printing techniques. Bring your own source material to reflect the title‘Waiting for the Tide’, be it visual or the written word, and you will use mono-printing and screen printingto convey your design ideas into printed cloth. All printing equipment, dyes, and prepared fabrics will beprovided by the tutor. All you need to bring is the design inspiration, protective clothing, gloves and a bagto take home your damp samples.Cost: £57.00 (inc £8.00 materials charge)Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 9

DrawingDrawingDrawingDrawingDrawing Tues 27th SeptTutor: Suzy DrakeHaving even basic drawing skills enhances your powers of observation and starts you on a journey of visual discovery of theworld around you. With Suzy’s help and encouragement, explore the creative and expressive possibilities of drawing materialsand techniques, and enjoy making marks in these fun, relaxed drawing sessions. Each session will be open for anyone to joinoffering more time to practice and learn new skills.www.suzydrake.comCost: £29.00 (inc £2 materials charge)

Laminated StitchLaminated StitchLaminated StitchLaminated StitchLaminated Stitch Wed 28th Sept

Tutor: Alex WaylettAn opportunity to explore and experiment with laminated stitch and discover how you couldinclude this contemporary material in your own textile work. The workshop is a structured daybased around Alex’s wall hanging created on a coastal theme – however you can introducemore floral motifs with hand and machine stitch if you wish. Fully utilising the transparentqualities of plastic you will combine materials such as painted bondaweb, sequin waste andmetallic sheers, before hand and machine stitching each piece using water-soluble fabric. Youwill be shown ways of completing your wall panel at home.www.alexandrawaylett.comCost: £47.00 (inc £7.00 materials charge)


Paper TransformationsPaper TransformationsPaper TransformationsPaper TransformationsPaper Transformations - Taking Folded Books Further - Taking Folded Books Further - Taking Folded Books Further - Taking Folded Books Further - Taking Folded Books FurtherTwo Day Workshop Wed 12th OctTutor: Amanda Hislop Thurs 13th OctThe workshop is a structured day based around my wall hanging created on a coastal theme – however participants canintroduce more floral motifs with hand and machine stitch if they wish. Fully utilising the transparent qualities of plastic you willcombine materials such as painted bondaweb, sequin waste and metallic sheers, before hand and machine stitching eachpiece using water-soluble fabric. Students will be shown ways of completing their wall panel at home.www.amandahisloptextileartist.comCost: £88.00 (inc £8.00 materials charge)

Advanced Eco DyeingAdvanced Eco DyeingAdvanced Eco DyeingAdvanced Eco DyeingAdvanced Eco Dyeing Tues 18th OctTwo Day Workshop Wed 19th OctTutor: Caroline BellThis is a workshop for those that have had some experience of eco printing but would like toexplore the process a bit further and hone their practice. Working mainly with fabric, in particular,cotton, participants will have the opportunity to create more complex imagery using a range ofdifferent techniques.www.carolinebelltextiles.wordpress.comCost: £67.00 (inc £5.00 materials charge)

Positively MedievalPositively MedievalPositively MedievalPositively MedievalPositively Medieval Thurs 20th OctThree Day Workshop to Sat 22nd OctTutor: Frances PickeringOn this course we will explore the Medieval period. We will use a variety of techniquesand materials, to make richly coloured, padded and stitched surfaces, using a sand-wich of tissue and felt.www.francespickering.comCost: £120.00 (inc £5.00 materials charge)

october

In ResidenceIn ResidenceIn ResidenceIn ResidenceIn ResidenceFri 14th Oct

10.00am - 4pmWho will be there?

There’s several artists available for it again - and they’re all brilliantDrop in any time to see the artists at work in their respective areas

- could be feltmaking, printing, mixed media or machine stitch.There will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions and observe their techniques.

These sessions are FREE and there’s no need to book.See also Wed 10th Feb & Fri 1sr April

Plus ‘The Gatherings’ : Fri 3rd & Sat June - Fri 9th & 10th Dec


Mono-Printing for ClothMono-Printing for ClothMono-Printing for ClothMono-Printing for ClothMono-Printing for Cloth Tues 25th Oct

Tutor: Maria BoyleExplore mono-printing with a blank silk-screen and water soluble media and quickly create a selection of marvellous printedpapers and textiles with a painterly mark providing you with lots of samples and finished pieces.Suitable for all levels of experience.www.mariaboyle.co.ukCost: £57.00 (inc £4.00 materials charge)

Vain DevicesVain DevicesVain DevicesVain DevicesVain Devices Wed 26th OctTwo Day Workshop Thurs 27th OctTutor: Alysn Midgelow-MarsdenThe rich colours, elaborate trimmings, the magnificent and extreme sculptings ofElizabethan costume will be the inspiration for this workshop. Students will ‘go totown’ translating the chosen features - padded hose, shoulder rolls, ruffs, gold ‘points’,lacings, fabric roses, stomachers etc into a textile which uses metal shim & cloth,velvet, silk and Angelina fibre, along with hand and/or machine embroidery. The useof a sewing machine would be an advantage but is not essential.www.alysnsburntofferings.blogspot.co.ukCost: £99.00 (inc £5.00 materials change)

Botanicals in Pen & WashBotanicals in Pen & WashBotanicals in Pen & WashBotanicals in Pen & WashBotanicals in Pen & Wash Fri 28th Oct

Tutor: Jill WinchAn exciting way to depict a flower fruit or vegetable with the use of soluble and waterproof inks.www.jillwinch.comCost: £29.00

Meltingly Beautiful BeadsMeltingly Beautiful BeadsMeltingly Beautiful BeadsMeltingly Beautiful BeadsMeltingly Beautiful Beads Tues 1st NovTwo Day Workshop Wed 2nd NovTutor: Lynda SwaineAn inspiring bead making workshop with a difference. Experiment with a huge number of newideas for making beads from fabric, fibres, film, and glue. Then explore their design potential byincorporating them into complimentary backgrounds and your own artwork. Come and have lotsof fun and release your imagination! Suitable for all levels of experience. Full written instruc-tions and a selection of materials included in the price.www.sewingwithconfidence.co.ukCost: £67.00 (inc £7.00 materials charge)

An Introduction to Lino Cut PrintingAn Introduction to Lino Cut PrintingAn Introduction to Lino Cut PrintingAn Introduction to Lino Cut PrintingAn Introduction to Lino Cut Printing Thurs 3rd Nov

Tutor: Anna PyeHave a fun day of lino cutting and printing - learning about the tools, types of lino, papers andinks. You will cut your design, ink-up your block and print by hand on a variety of papers.Warning you may become addicted!www.annapye.comCost: £48.00 (inc £10.00 materials charge)All of the specialist materials needed for the workshop are provided as part of thecharge.

Metallics for TextilesMetallics for TextilesMetallics for TextilesMetallics for TextilesMetallics for Textiles Sat 5th Nov

Tutor: Jo MabbuttThis workshop will introduce a wide range of metallic media, including real metalleaf, metallic powders and metallic transfer foil, suitable for use on a variety of tex-tiles and associated surfaces - Lutradur, Tyvek, handmade papers, plastics etc.www.jmdecorativeart.co.ukCost: £44.00 (inc £8.00 materials charge)

A New Starting PointA New Starting PointA New Starting PointA New Starting PointA New Starting Point Tues 8th NovThree Day Workshop Thurs 10th NovTutor: Kim ThittichaiDiscover the redemptive qualities of newspaper. Create fascinating surfaces onwhich to print and stitch. Using painted Bondaweb and gilding flake we will ex-plore the possibilities of layering textures to end up with firm pieces of work thatcan be used to make boxes and vessels.www.kimthittchai.comCost: £140.00 (inc £10.00 materials charge)

Stitched Graffiti ArtStitched Graffiti ArtStitched Graffiti ArtStitched Graffiti ArtStitched Graffiti Art Fri 11th Nov

Tutor: Gina FerrariIn this free machine embroidery workshop you will use the machine as adrawing tool. With the technique of thread painting you will create yourown unique piece of stitched graffiti art. Full guidance will be given.www.ginaferrari.co.ukCost: £38.00

Creative Paperworks & Sumptuous ColourCreative Paperworks & Sumptuous ColourCreative Paperworks & Sumptuous ColourCreative Paperworks & Sumptuous ColourCreative Paperworks & Sumptuous Colour Three Day Workshop Tues 15th NovTutor: Ruth Issett to Thurs17th NovSpend time exploring the qualities of different papers and have fun exploringthe possibilities of adjusting anad altering these surfaces. Working with richand tempting colour, as well as delicious finishes, we will combine thesepapers to create a series of vibrant paper compositions.www.textilestudygroup.co.ukCost: £130.00 (inc £9.00 materials charge)


Natural Progression - Design to StitchNatural Progression - Design to StitchNatural Progression - Design to StitchNatural Progression - Design to StitchNatural Progression - Design to Stitch Fri 18th NovTwo Day Workshop Sat 19th NovTutor: Pauline VerrinderThis workshop focuses on aiding those who are in their comfort zone when working with fabric and thread, but feel challengedwhen asked to design. So why not break down those barriers by combining the two? We will relax and have fun experimentingwith familiar materials - exploring stitch as mark-making and fabric and paper for collage, line and texture. Finally, colour andmixed media will bring designs to life, showing immediately stitch possibilities. Having many designs to play with, translatingone into stitch becomes a natural progression to gain a feeling of accomplishment. The only necessity is to have experiencewith free machine embroidery.www.paulineverrinder.comCost: £75.00 (inc £3.00 materials charge)

Colourful Contrasts in Felt MakingColourful Contrasts in Felt MakingColourful Contrasts in Felt MakingColourful Contrasts in Felt MakingColourful Contrasts in Felt MakingTwo Day Workshop Thurs 1st DecTutor: Jeanette Appleton Fri 2nd DecDiscover the surprises of colour mixes and surfaces at each stage of the feltmaking process. To develop individual approaches and working methods, creatingideas for one off textiles, interior or fashion items.www.jeanetteappleton.comCost: £128.00 (inc £5.00 materials charge)

Memory KeepersMemory KeepersMemory KeepersMemory KeepersMemory Keepers Tues 6th DecTwo Day Workshop Wed 7th DecTutor: Lynda MonkWhere do you store all those little bits and pieces that you have collected over the years? In a box in theback of a cupboard? In a drawer under a pile of papers? Why not have them out on show to help conjureup memories of times past? In this workshop we will be constructing two memory keepers: a 3D shrineand a canvas wall hanging using mixed media techniques.www.purplemissus.comCost: £89.00 (inc £15.00 materials charge)


Christmas Bizarre!!!Christmas Bizarre!!!Christmas Bizarre!!!Christmas Bizarre!!!Christmas Bizarre!!!Fri 9th and Sat 10th Dec

Yes, the spelling is intentional!!

Pop-up shops, artists, festive ‘stuff’Everyone had a good time in 2015

so we’re doing it again!

More details much, much later - once we’ve thought of them!!


NOTESNOTESNOTESNOTESNOTESThe workshops I want to do . . .

Phone 01438 814946 to book!!

Framing Services include:Framing and mounting

Dry mountingBox frames

Re-squaring needleworkLaminating

Canvas stretching


www.kendalrestoration.co.uk

Val Button is available 10am - 2pm on Saturdays

Just drop in!

GALLERY ACCESSGALLERY ACCESSGALLERY ACCESSGALLERY ACCESSGALLERY ACCESSThe workshops take place in the ART VAN GO Gallery offering an

inspiring environment for creativity. For unrestricted access to thegallery it is advisable to make a note of the workshop dates &/or

make enquiries prior to your visit.We whole-heartedly encourage and welcome visitors to the gallery - not only to see the exhibitedwork, but also to see the various activities. However, while the workshops are underway wewould ask you to show courtesy and consideration to those taking part:

- Please ask a member of staff if it is appropriate to enter the gallery at that particular time(it may be awkward if the tutor is giving an involved explanation or demonstration).

- Our first consideration has to be to those who are on the workshop - so we will alwaysask permission of the tutor and students if visitors may look around. In general, those on theworkshop welcome visitors, but there may be exceptional circumstances.

- The students are usually more than willing to show and discuss the work in progress, butplease respect the wishes of those who are deep in concentration. Please be as quiet aspossible, and try not to restrict the activities of the workshop.

We hope that by pointing out these few considerations that both the gallery andworkshop events can be fully appreciated by visitors and participants alike.

Val Button, from Kendals of Letchworth, ishere on Saturdays to discuss your individualframing requirements.

Establ ished in 1982, Kendals arespecialists in upholstery, furniturerepair & polishing as well as framing.Each area is undertaken by experiencedcraftsmen using traditional skills. Aswell as their expertise they also offer ahuge range of mounts, frames andfinishes.

Val, an Antique Textile Restorer and Costume Designer,is able to frame anything from prints, paintings, threedimensional memorabilia to treasured garments and allforms of textiles. Val can also make textile pieces intohangings, cushions & stool covers.

raming...at Art Van Go

If you haven’t already discovered it the new selling website is up and running!!

We’ve been working hard on it since the launch last January and it’s getting bigger and bigger!MORE products - MORE information - MORE colour charts - MORE workshop info!

Go take a look at the NEW ONLINE SHOP!!www.artvango.co.uk


ARTGRAFIf you like mark-making, drawing, playing - call it what youlike - with big expressive media, you are going toLOVE these!!!

First, there was a beautiful little tin filled withwatersoluble solid graphite that you lift off with

a brush and work with just like watercolours,except that it’s making a wonderful graphite-y wash.

Then there there was a tailor’s chalk shaped block of watersolubleBlack Carbon for intensely black marks and washes. But NOWthey’ve introduced the same blocks in thetraditional sketching colours - justgorgeous!!

And the most amazing HUGE block of watersoluble graphitein it’s own canvas bag. It’s hand-made and called ArtGrafXL. It measures roughly 17x4.5x3.5cms and weighs about300gms. You could really do some damage with that in somany ways!!!!

Watersoluble Graphite Tin 20gms £ 8.90Watersoluble Black Carbon 18gms £ 4.95Watersoluble Trad Colurs 18gms £ 4.95ArtGraf XL £19.40

This is the biggest thing to happen to ART VAN GOsince we opened The Studios!!

These were in last year’s programme as NEW but there’s been anaddition to the range - other new stuff will be happening on the website!

Textiles in Focuswill be in a NEW venue!

Cambourne Village CollegeCambs

Fri 19th – Sun 21st Febwww.textilesinfocus.com

Fashion Embroidery & StitchNEC, Birmingham

Thurs 17th-Sun 20th Marwww.fashionembroidery.co.uk

BrockenhurstNeedlework FiestaBrockenhurst Village Hall

New ForestSat 23rd & Sun 24th Aprilwww.brockenhurstfiesta.co.uk

Textile BazaarHellens ManorMuch MarcleHerefordshire

June/July TBA

Festival of QuiltsNEC, Birmingham

Thurs 16th – Sun 14th Augwww.thefestivalofquilts.co.uk

The Big Textile ShowLeicester

Dates TBCwww.thebigtextileshow.co.uk

TheKnitting & Stitching

ShowsAlexandra Palace

Wed 5th – Sun 9th OctDublin & Harrogate

Dates TBCwww.theknittingandstitchingshow.com

Embroiderers GuildRegional Days & Events

South West RegionalSat 9th April

Wadebridge, Cornwall

Scotland RegionalSat 16th April

Paisley

East CentralSun 15th May

Nottingham

EasternSat 2nd July

St Albans

Summer SchoolsCottenham

Distant StitchMissenden Abbey

OxfordTextile Study Group

Other shows and events arepotentially in our diary but at thetime of writing these are to be

confirmed

We will also be at many othervenues for

Demonstrations&

[email protected]

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GENERAL INFORMATIONGENERAL INFORMATIONGENERAL INFORMATIONGENERAL INFORMATIONGENERAL INFORMATIONAll workshops must be booked in advance. Booking Form can be found online, or phone to book.Maximum number on a workshop is 12, unless otherwise stated.Daytime workshops run from 10am to 4pm unless otherwise stated, but you are invited to arrive anytime after 9am giving you time to settle in with a tea or coffee. Evening times vary - see individualwowrkshopsYou will usually (though not always) be asked to bring a range of equipment. This should be no morethan you would reasonably be expected to have – any “specialist” equipment will be provided as part ofthe workshop fee wherever possible.Tea, coffee and biscuits are supplied. You may choose to bring lunch with you, or can order sand-wiches and snacks from the local bakers. The high street shops are only 2 mins walk away.

ACCESS & AMENITIESACCESS & AMENITIESACCESS & AMENITIESACCESS & AMENITIESACCESS & AMENITIESThe building is all on ground level, so all parts are easilyaccessible.The kitchen is equipped with usual implements etc

LOCATIONLOCATIONLOCATIONLOCATIONLOCATIONBy Car: The Studios is just 20yds north of Knebworth HighStreet on the B197 (between J6 & J7 of the A1M. The car-park can cater for up to 11 cars, and further parking can befound about 100yds away (unload first)By Train: Knebworth BR Station (Kings Cross line) is less than5mins walk away.By Bus: Bus Stops are right outside the doorDetailed directions will be supplied on booking

ACCOMMODATIONACCOMMODATIONACCOMMODATIONACCOMMODATIONACCOMMODATIONFor overnight stays, please ask for the accommodation list.Prices start at about £25.00

BOOKING CONDITIONSBOOKING CONDITIONSBOOKING CONDITIONSBOOKING CONDITIONSBOOKING CONDITIONSPrices quoted are per person.Credit card or guaranteed cheque payment is required to se-cure a place & shall accompany the booking form.Payment will be processed at the time of the workshopPayment is non-returnable within 30 days of the workshop,unless the place can be refilled from a waiting list. No excep-tions shall be made.Please notify us as soon as possible if you have to cancel aworkshop so we can offer the place to someone on a waitinglist (if applicable) before you offer the place to a friend.The cancellation of a workshop due to circumstances beyondour control is at our discretion, notification will be given assoon as the decision is made.

WORKSHOP DETAILSWORKSHOP DETAILSWORKSHOP DETAILSWORKSHOP DETAILSWORKSHOP DETAILSWorkshop Title:

Tutor Name:

Date:

Cost:

YOUR DETAILSYOUR DETAILSYOUR DETAILSYOUR DETAILSYOUR DETAILSName:

Address:

Tel:

Email:

(it is essential to provide means of contacting you)

Names of others travelling in your party

PAYMENTPAYMENTPAYMENTPAYMENTPAYMENTI enclose £ as payment of the workshop costN.B. PLEASE PROVIDE ONE PAYMENT FOR EACH WORKSHOP BOOKED

Cheque made payable to ART VAN GOorVisa/Mastercard/Switch

Name as it appears on the card:Card Number: ____ ____ ____ ____

Valid From: Expiry Date: Sec No: Switch Issue No:

Signed:

CONDITIONS OF BOOKING CONDITIONS OF BOOKING CONDITIONS OF BOOKING CONDITIONS OF BOOKING CONDITIONS OF BOOKING See also page 23The costs quoted are per personOnly ful l payment wi l l secure a placePayment is non-refundable within 30 days of the workshop, unless the place can be refi l led from a wait ingl ist - NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADEPlease notify us as soon as you know you cannot attend a workshop so we can offer the place to someone ona wait ing l ist ( i f appl icable) before offer ing your place to a fr iend.

Please return Booking Forms to: ART VAN GO, ‘the studios’,1 Stevenage Rd, Knebworth, Herts SG3 6AN

Tel: 01438 814946 Fax: 01438 816267 www.artvango.co.uk email: [email protected]

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