A event on Thursday 8th May. The event starts at 17:30.
Join us for The Clay Connection, a hands-on workshop exploring the incredible ceramic work on display at the Ken Stradling Collection.
Guided by Amber Bardell, an experienced arts facilitator, this session will invite you to:
- Engage with clay through mindfulness exercises
- Create observational drawings inspired by Sam Haile’s work
- Hand-build your own ceramic vessels, decorating them with patterns influenced by Haile’s designs
This workshop is open to all abilities and designed to immerse you in the artistic process, encouraging playful exploration and creativity. Attendees will be able to take home their pots and drawings on the same day, with all materials provided.
Since this is a single-session workshop, we will be using air-drying clay, allowing us to experience the full breadth of hand-building techniques within the time available.
BOOK YOUR TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/clay-connection-mindful-drawing-and-ceramics-workshop-tickets-1266923725969?aff=oddtdtcreator
About the Facilitator:
Amber Bardell is a multidisciplinary artist based in Bristol, UK, whose work draws inspiration from the natural world to share affirmations. They explore the concept of nourishment, examining how the arts contribute to well-being on both a personal and community level through arts facilitation.
Bardell’s multimedia practice spans painting, ceramics, murals, animation, and curation. Their interdisciplinary approach allows them to select the most apt medium for each concept they engage with. Currently, Bardell is transitioning towards a more sustainable practice, exploring what it means to collaborate with the earth.
Find out more about Amber Bardell: www.amberbardell.com | Instagram: @amberbardell
About the venue:
The Stradling Collection is a unique charity that emerged from the world of post-war craft and design retail, shaped by Ken Stradling MBE’s visionary 60-year career at the Bristol Guild. Housed at 48 Park Row, Bristol, the collection showcases pioneering ceramics, glass, furniture, and decorative objects, inspiring and educating current and future makers.
Accessibility:
Please note that the workshop space is accessed via stairs, and we will be moving between levels to view the exhibition. Seating will be provided for the main portion of the session. For any access queries, please contact [email protected].
Entry requirements: 18+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
Guided by Amber Bardell, an experienced arts facilitator, this session will invite you to:
- Engage with clay through mindfulness exercises
- Create observational drawings inspired by Sam Haile’s work
- Hand-build your own ceramic vessels, decorating them with patterns influenced by Haile’s designs
This workshop is open to all abilities and designed to immerse you in the artistic process, encouraging playful exploration and creativity. Attendees will be able to take home their pots and drawings on the same day, with all materials provided.
Since this is a single-session workshop, we will be using air-drying clay, allowing us to experience the full breadth of hand-building techniques within the time available.
BOOK YOUR TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/clay-connection-mindful-drawing-and-ceramics-workshop-tickets-1266923725969?aff=oddtdtcreator
About the Facilitator:
Amber Bardell is a multidisciplinary artist based in Bristol, UK, whose work draws inspiration from the natural world to share affirmations. They explore the concept of nourishment, examining how the arts contribute to well-being on both a personal and community level through arts facilitation.
Bardell’s multimedia practice spans painting, ceramics, murals, animation, and curation. Their interdisciplinary approach allows them to select the most apt medium for each concept they engage with. Currently, Bardell is transitioning towards a more sustainable practice, exploring what it means to collaborate with the earth.
Find out more about Amber Bardell: www.amberbardell.com | Instagram: @amberbardell
About the venue:
The Stradling Collection is a unique charity that emerged from the world of post-war craft and design retail, shaped by Ken Stradling MBE’s visionary 60-year career at the Bristol Guild. Housed at 48 Park Row, Bristol, the collection showcases pioneering ceramics, glass, furniture, and decorative objects, inspiring and educating current and future makers.
Accessibility:
Please note that the workshop space is accessed via stairs, and we will be moving between levels to view the exhibition. Seating will be provided for the main portion of the session. For any access queries, please contact [email protected].
Entry requirements: 18+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
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