Initiation to Wool Felting methods - Fiber arts lessons
From 26 € /h
Come and discover wool as a material for creative expression !
In this course you will learn how to use wool to create your own felt fabric. Using the wet and needle felting processes you will be able to create a variety of 2D to 3D artworks and crafts. Achieve illustrative/abstract images, as well as sculptures, objects, and accessories. Each course is guided by an idea focused on a specific material finish and it's method.
* The program to get a complete introduction of felting consist in 4 lessons of 1 h 30 min each.
(Longer project tutoring is available on request.)
* Material is included in the general price.
* Price for individuals and groups varies. The program is adapted depending on the age
* Language of teaching : ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH.
You will learn:
· Wet felting. Needle felting. Fading, collage, inserts, vessel methods.
· About the felting use and meaning in history.
· Cultivate awareness on natural material and empowerment through DIY culture and tools.
· Understand physical transformative processes (how water, heat, and
friction transform matter).
· Develop self-confidence, motor skills, and an authentic creative language, while developping patience and introspection trough and experimental and somatic approach.
In this course you will learn how to use wool to create your own felt fabric. Using the wet and needle felting processes you will be able to create a variety of 2D to 3D artworks and crafts. Achieve illustrative/abstract images, as well as sculptures, objects, and accessories. Each course is guided by an idea focused on a specific material finish and it's method.
* The program to get a complete introduction of felting consist in 4 lessons of 1 h 30 min each.
(Longer project tutoring is available on request.)
* Material is included in the general price.
* Price for individuals and groups varies. The program is adapted depending on the age
* Language of teaching : ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH.
You will learn:
· Wet felting. Needle felting. Fading, collage, inserts, vessel methods.
· About the felting use and meaning in history.
· Cultivate awareness on natural material and empowerment through DIY culture and tools.
· Understand physical transformative processes (how water, heat, and
friction transform matter).
· Develop self-confidence, motor skills, and an authentic creative language, while developping patience and introspection trough and experimental and somatic approach.
Extra information
Bring a towel and an empty plastic bottle with lid.
Location
At student's location :
- Around Kreuzberg, Germany
About Me
Hello,
My name is Mélissa, I am 26 years old, and I am a french-Mexican polyform artist based in Berlin for 2 and a half years. I Obtained my master degree in fine arts in France in 2023, and since then I 've been participating in group exhibitions, art fairs, residencies and won an award. I am a fan of DIY methods, arts and craft around textile and fiber methods, and also enjoy painting and illustration. My personality is warm and challenging, I cultivate learning trough error acceptance, playing and experimentation.
My name is Mélissa, I am 26 years old, and I am a french-Mexican polyform artist based in Berlin for 2 and a half years. I Obtained my master degree in fine arts in France in 2023, and since then I 've been participating in group exhibitions, art fairs, residencies and won an award. I am a fan of DIY methods, arts and craft around textile and fiber methods, and also enjoy painting and illustration. My personality is warm and challenging, I cultivate learning trough error acceptance, playing and experimentation.
Education
Master in arts - ENSAPC, 2023
( Ecole Nationale Superieure d' Arts Paris- Cergy ) France.
Bachelor in arts - EESI, 2021,
(Ecole Europeene Superieure de l'Image) France.
( Ecole Nationale Superieure d' Arts Paris- Cergy ) France.
Bachelor in arts - EESI, 2021,
(Ecole Europeene Superieure de l'Image) France.
Experience / Qualifications
I have worked with kids on the side of my artistic practice for 3 years. I am very passionate about pedagogy and knowledge transmission as I believe creative tools are made to build community ! I have 5 years of experience with the wet felt method, and other textile methods, and have been actively organizing workshops for group adults in self-organized spaces internationally for the last 2 years.
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
60 minutes
90 minutes
The class is taught in
English
French
Spanish
Skills
Availability of a typical week
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04-08
08-12
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