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Create with Nature

$275.00 $275.00
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Description
Date: Saturday 17th May and Sunday 18th May, 9:30AM till 4:00PM

Learn to weave, knot, and craft beautiful objects using twigs, bark, feathers, leaves, rocks, and plant fibres. Through playful experimentation, you’ll gain skills in natural cordage-making, simple weaving, and sustainable art practices. Let the land guide your creativity as you create unique, organic artworks that celebrate the beauty of natural materials

What You Will Learn
  • How to make cordage (string) from plant fibres.
  • Basic hand weaving and knotting techniques for natural materials.
  • Harvesting, preparing, and storing natural materials for artmaking.
  • How to craft meaningful art using earth elements without needing expensive supplies.
  • The joy of free-form creation, play, and experimentation.
  • Ways to connect deeper with nature and explore sustainable artistry.

Session Breakdown:

Day 1:

  1. Introduction to earth-based artmaking and gathering natural materials.
  2. Learning cordage-making techniques from plant fibres.
  3. Basic weaving and knotting skills to create intricate textures and forms.

Day 2:

  • Designing and assembling your own nature-inspired creations.
  • Experimenting with natural pigments, textures, and layering techniques.
  • Exploring ways to integrate these skills into your ongoing art practice.
What You’ll Take Home

You’ll leave this workshop with beautiful handcrafted objects made from natural elements, each piece reflecting your unique creativity. Along the way, you’ll gain new skills in weaving, knotting, and working with organic materials, deepening your connection to nature and sustainable artistry.

Most importantly, you’ll walk away with the confidence to continue exploring earth-based creative expression at home, using the techniques and inspiration gathered throughout the workshop

Tutor Bio

Birgit Moffatt is a contemporary artist who specialises in nature-inspired art and sustainable practices. With years of experience in working with organic materials, Birgit’s work bridges the connection between the natural world and artistic expression. She is passionate about sharing traditional techniques and helping others discover the endless creative possibilities offered by the environment.

FAQ

What materials do I need to bring?
Base materials will be provided, but you’ll receive a list of suggested natural items to bring in your confirmation class email, allowing you to explore even more creative possibilities. Please make sure you don't unsubscribe or you won't receive these details.

What will be provided?

All tools and a range of found natural materials plus paper/string/wire/threads

Can anyone do this class?
Yes! This workshop is suitable for complete beginners and experienced artists alike. No prior art experience is necessary—just a love for creativity and nature!

 

If you wish to cancel, email us at least 14 clear days before your class begins. You'll receive a full refund less an admin fee of $20 via the same payment method (e.g., credit card or Afterpay) if you cancel within this timeframe.

Unfortunately, refunds aren't available for cancellations with less than 14 days' notice, nor for missed classes within a series.

If you are required to bring specific supplies to this class you will be sent full details via email. Please make sure you keep the receive emails ticked at checkout to ensure you do not miss out on this informattion

This class will be held on campus at The Learning Connexion located at 182 Eastern Hutt Road, Lower Hutt. Specific details of where on campus your class will be held will be sent to you the week prior to the commencement of your class

All our tutors are qualified and practicing artists who are skilled in specific art forms and regularly teach to support others in their own art practices.