{"product_id":"create-with-nature-2026","title":"Create with Nature","description":"\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/span\u003e Saturday 15th \u0026amp; Sunday 16th August\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eClass Time:\u003c\/span\u003e  9:30am - 4:00pm (Sat) \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e 10:00am - 3:00pm (Sun)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eWith Tutor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBirgit Moffatt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis two-day workshop is an invitation to slow down, step outside, and see the natural world through a creative lens. You'll explore what our whenua\/our land has to offer, learn a range of transferable making techniques, and leave with a series of small, playful objects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe goal of this workshop is to (re) connect with te taiao\/nature that is around us and finding your creative flow, so you will be confident experimenting further based on the learnings in this workshop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eWhat You'll Learn:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will learn some basic techniques such as making cordage (string) from paper plant fibres, basic hand weaving and whipping. Birgit will talk about harvesting, preparing and storing of natural materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the workshop is a foraging walk around the campus, seeing the range of possibilities our whenua\/our land has to offer: twigs, leaves, shells, feathers, rocks, bark are just a few.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop is suitable for absolute beginners as well as for creatives who want to explore a new field, adding some basic but versatile techniques to their basket of knowledge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eWhat Are Some Benefits of Doing This Workshop?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLearn simple, versatile techniques such as cordage making, hand weaving, and whipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDiscover how to identify, harvest, prepare, and store natural materials for creative use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eExplore the creative possibilities of natural elements like twigs, leaves, shells, bark, and feathers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTake part in a guided foraging walk and learn to see your surroundings with fresh creative eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eReconnect with te taiao and develop a deeper appreciation for the materials nature provides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBuild confidence experimenting with natural fibres and found materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEnjoy a hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop that welcomes all levels of experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLeave with practical skills and inspiration to continue working creatively with natural materials\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eWhat You'll Take Home:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of having to complete one project, you will create a series of small, whimsical objects by experimenting in a playful way without the pressure of overthinking.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eAbout Your Tutor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirgit 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Bring:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGear to go outside (weather dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSecateurs\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*There will be a list with suggestions of what to bring closer to the day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Will Be Provided:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will be encouraged to bring a range of their own (natural) materials, but the basics will be supplied by the tutor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Anyone Do This Class?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes! This workshop is suitable for complete beginners and experienced artists alike. No prior art experience is necessary, just a love for creativity and nature!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casual Art Classes at The Learning Connexion","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55742246256713,"sku":"WW26AUG-CWN","price":350.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/8914\/4137\/files\/objectexample_4_-Edited-Edited.jpg?v=1781657563","url":"https:\/\/casualartclasses.co.nz\/products\/create-with-nature-2026","provider":"Casual Art Classes at The Learning Connexion","version":"1.0","type":"link"}