ART SCHOOL - Foraged Neck Charms with Siân Boucherd

Are you a collector of precious things? Taking our time to wonder at the unique beauty of objects in the landscape connects us to the natural environment and reminds us to slow down.

In this workshop, Siân Boucherd will show you new ways to make use of the special shell you found on holiday, or the beautiful feather you spotted in the grass while playing at the park. Learn how to make a necklace or charm by twining your trinkets into handmade string using an ancient basketry technique and an array of hand-dyed natural fibres.

Dates

• Friday 13 January
• Friday 20 January

Times

10am – 1pm

Who can attend?

Foraged Neck Charms is designed for children aged 8-12. Get in contact with us at [email protected] if your child is outside of this age bracket and you would like them to attend. Children attend the sessions independently of their parents / carers and are supported by City of Melville staff throughout the sessions.

What to bring

Each participant may bring their own selection of special treasures (eg shells, feathers, stones) to weave into a neck charm, or choose from the ones provided. Please also ensure your child brings a hat, water bottle, sunscreen and any snacks they might need.

Affordability

A City of Melville resident and can't afford the price of ART SCHOOL? Contact us at [email protected] and we will organise a free place for you.

About Siân Boucherd

Siân Boucherd was born in rural Western Australia and now lives in Walyalup (Fremantle). After finishing an Art and Design Degree in 2007, Boucherd worked as a curator in London in both gallery contexts and in the natural environment. On returning to Australia in 2012, she started working on her studio practice again, exploring an interest in nature by making woven works.

Through the use of natural fibres such as sisal, jute and wool, Siân creates meticulously hand-crafted vessels using a coiling basketry technique. She is inspired by the architecture of nature; formations such as pods, nests, cocoons and the unique striations that make up Western Australia’s ancient geology.

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