Artist Events

Workshops Talks Demonstrations

Glass Painting Demonstrations with Kay Devine Sats 11th & 18th June, 11am Venue 54 | Route 2 Many of the artists participating in this year’s event will be hosting demonstrations, workshops and talks in their studios. Do take the time to learn from many of the artists through their techniques and art & craft making, while exploring the studios. Please check full details at the FVAB website before attending any of the events listed here.

A 30-minute demonstration on both Saturdays the 11th and 18th of June from 11:0011:30am providing an insight into glass painting and the different techniques and processes. Come along for a cuppa and fi nd out more.

Weaving & Rope Making Demonstrations from Kate Sankey

Thurs 16th, Fri 17th, Sat 18th June 10.30am to 12.30pm Venue 15 | Route 1

Artist Talk @Craft Central

Sat 11th June 3pm Venue 22 | Route 1

Sustainability, Ethical Making and how Craft Businesses can improve their carbon footprint.

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Kate Sankey will demonstrate weaving using materials collected from the farm (willow and fi eld rush)and from Flanders Moss (star moss, purple moor grass,cotton grass and birch). She will tell the stories of their use in the past - rope making from cordage, bee skep making, baskets, fedging, fencing and garden structures. Try your hand at twisting star moss into cordage, braiding using fi eld rush or a simple tension basket with willow.

Gelatine Mono Printing Demonstrations with Libby Yule

Sun 12th June, 2pm Tues 14th June, 2pm Fri 17th June, 2pm Venue 14 | Route 1

Libby will demonstrate mono printing in her studio. Showing how she creates interesting images on paper using plant life from the fi elds, garden and hedgerows. The demonstration to show the technique and taking the prints from the gelatine plate will be of approximately 30 minutes duration. Seize the Clay Raku Firings Sat/Sun 18th/19th June, 10-5 Venue 33 | Route 2

If weather permitting & dry, there will be raku fi rings in the driveway, with an opportunity for visitors to glaze a pot and have it raku fi red while they wait. Cost £15 per pot.

Glass Blowing Demonstrations with Elin Isaksson Glass Fri 17th June Venue 25 | Route 1

We aim to hold demos in glass blowing on Friday 17th June. For more info and how to book please visit the website News page www.elinisaksson glass.com

The Art of Drawing Horses Workshop with Diana Hand Sat 11th June | 10am to 4pm Gargunnock Community Centre Diana enjoys running workshops on drawing and art, and this year she will be holding a day class at the Gargunnock Community Centre on Saturday, 11th June.

In the workshop students will begin by free mark-making with charcoal, and then continue by using imagination or favourite personal imagery to develop expressive drawings. Many people in Diana’s classes have experienced a revelation as they realise perhaps for the fi rst time ever that they really are able to draw and in the process to express their love of horses. https://dianahand.com/product/theart-of-drawing-horses-workshop-11thjune-2022/ 9 Workshops & Talks at Callendar House Venue 53 | Route 2

Contact Callendar House for fulll details.

Willow Basket Making with Sheila Patrick & Handloom Weaving Demonstrations with Katherine Cowtan Venue 8 | Route 1

Weather permitting Sheila will give ongoing willow basket making demos. Numbers permitting there may also be handweaving demos on Katherine’s compu-dobby fl oor loom.

Soap and Glassmaking Workshops with Emma FitzGerald During FVAB Venue 35 | Route 2

Please see our website for details of classes being run during the Art Beat event. www.hazelrockhouse.com/forthvalleyartbeat

Check out all the latest events & workshops, with details of how to book, at our website: forthvalleyartbeat.com Woodcarving demonstrations with Archie Scott During FVAB Venue 38 | Route 2

When visiting my working studio there will be a chance to see work in progress and to see how things are made and the tools/ techniques used through ongoing demonstrations.

Daily demonstrations available in handweaving and crochet techniques. Hands on opportunities available for visitors each day in handweaving, crochet and felting.

Handweaving, Crochet & Felting Demos from Taffl ed Threads &The Crochet Hen During FVAB Venue 40/41 | Route 2

Introduction to Jewellery Making Workshop with Quinta Essenza Weds 15th and Thurs 16th June 10am to 12pm | £30 Venue 21 | Route 1

Ever thought of realising your full artistic potential? Why not join a jewellery class to develop your creative skills and spend a relaxing and enjoyable time!

You will be introduced to basic jewellery skills such as sawing, fi ling and hammering and you can bring home a piece of jewellery in brass or copper made by yourself! Materials and refreshments provided. Spaces will be limited, it is recommended to book in advance by contacting Roberta: info@quintaessenza.co.uk or 07393 476958 Events @Art Collection University of Stirling Venue 32 | Route 2

16mm Film Workshop with artist-in-residence Jennifer Wicks 14+15 June 11am-4pm Create experimental, animated fi lms and soundtracks without a camera. Using Norman McLaren as a starting point, you will draw, sew or scratch directly onto 16mm fi lm to create a community collaborative fi lm.

Art Collection Tours during FVAB Mon 11am, Weds 11am & 3pm, Fri 11am

Join the Art Collection for an informal exploration of our current exhibitions at the University of Stirling Pathfoot Building. Free tickets can be found athttps://www.eventbrite. com/cc/art-collection-tours-236819