Stephanie Cole, Illustrator and Designer-Maker Farnham based designer-maker Stephanie Cole has kindly created the illustrations for Craft Month 2015. Stephanie has spent the last two years living in Finland, soaking up inspiration from Helsinki, the World Design Capital 2012, before moving back to the UK in winter, 2014. She is now living happily in Farnham. Her work predominantly explores nature and the shapes, patterns and colours which excite her most. Inspirations come from a fruitful mixture of farmers’ markets, British hedgerows and thought-provoking proverbs and words of wisdom and now from the rich heritage of crafts in her new home town. You can read more about her creative endeavours, adventures and new products and artworks on Stephanie’s blog: bystephaniecole.blogspot.co.uk
What's inside? Welcome
A welcome from Farnham Town Clerk, Iain Lynch and the Chair of the Crafts Study Centre and ceramic maker, Alison Britton OBE
Daily Crafts Events & Activities
A selection of activities less than one day long including workshops, lectures, demonstrations and open studios
Short Crafts Events & Activities
A selection of courses, workshops and exhibitions extending beyond one day
Month Long Crafts Events & Activities
Crafts Directory
A selection courses and exhibitions extending through October and beyond
Names, addresses and contact information for all makers and organisations listed in this booklet
Makers in Focus Interspersed throughout this programme are snippets about some of the makers who live or work in Farnham and what makes them tick
Alison Britton OBE, Ceramic Artist and Chair of the Crafts Study Centre Since taking up the Chair of the Crafts Study Centre in January 2015, I have become very aware of the interconnections between the key organisations involved with craft activity in Farnham, and the great range of opportunities for craft practice: from childhood onwards. The Crafts Study Centre plays a very important part in this collaborative and collegiate mix, with its research-led focus and its remarkable collections, set in the context of the University for the Creative Arts. The university has exceptional studio facilities for learning about and working in ceramics, glass, jewellery and metal work, and textiles. Both the Study Centre and UCA are international places, welcoming visitors and students from all over the world, and this adds a special dimension to the sense of place here. Farnham is making very good use of the interplay between town and gown. You can come to Farnham to get a PhD in a craft subject; you can base a lifetime’s research in the archives of the CSC; you can attend a craft course in almost any craft subject you can think of; and you can buy contemporary craft in one of the splendid craft fairs at the Farnham Maltings and year round at the New Ashgate Gallery and the Crafts Study Centre Shop. The term ‘Craft Town’ really does mean something dynamic and particular.
Daily Craft Events & Activities
Arty Adventures at the Farnham United Reformed Church
1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd Oct
Arts and Crafts sessions for toddlers and under 5’s which allow the children to get creative and messy while Act One takes care of the preparation and tidying up. Each week has a different theme.
How to book :
11am - 11.45am £6.50
www.actoneadventures.co.uk/arty-adventures
Meet Me at the Maltings at the Farnham Maltings
1st, 8th 15th, 22nd & 29th Oct
10.30am - 12.30pm A project to redress loneliness and isolation among the over 65s in our community. October sessions will be craft-themed including Membership is free and pottery, crochet and knitting. each sessoin costs £15.00
How to book :
email kath.boddy@farnhammaltings.com for more information
Fun Palace! at the Farnham Museum Farnham’s second Fun Palace event will take place during October Craft Month in 2015. Following the ethos of Fun Palaces, the event will be free, local, innovative, transformative and engaging. It will include a range of arts & sciences workshops, a screening of short films from local Makers, and many more activities.
How to book :
3rd October 12 noon - 7pm FREE
no need to book, just turn up! for more info visit www.funpalaces.co.uk
Throwing Taster Workshop at 318 Ceramics
3rd October 10am - 1pm
Learn the basics of how to throw on the potters wheel. Includes all materials and one fired piece to be collected at a later date. Over 16’s.
How to book :
£45.00
www.318ceramics.co.uk or email info@318ceramics.co.uk
Town Walk meet at the Waggon Yard Car Park Guided walk around Farnham by local guide.
How to book :
no booking required, just turn up.
4th October 11am - 1pm £3 donation to charity
Working with Weaving Sticks at the Jo Aylwin Studio & Gallery In this workshop maker Susan Green will introduce you to weaving on weaving sticks. This is a very simple but effective way to weave. You will be introduced to weaving straight and in the round. Weaving on weaving sticks can produce such things as mats, bags and toys. All materials provided. Adult beginners.
How to book :
4th October 10.30am - 1pm £35.00
in person, by phone 0794 920 5971 or email Joanneaylwin@outlook.com
Introduction to Weaving at the Jo Aylwin Studio & Gallery In this workshop you will learn to weave on a small loom. Weaving is an ancient craft which has been used since at least Neolithic times to produce cloth and decorations. In this workshop Jo will introduce you to weaving on a hand loom and you will make your own phone cover. You will take away your own small handloom and some yarn. All materials provided.
How to book :
5th & 27th October 7pm - 9pm ÂŁ42.00
in person, by phone 0794 920 5971 or email Joanneaylwin@outlook.com
Introduction to Crochet at the Jo Aylwin Studio & Gallery In this workshop you will learn the basic crochet stitches and will make a basic granny square which will enable you to go on to make further designs. All materials provided and price includes yarn and crochet hook to take home.
How to book :
7th October 7pm - 9pm ÂŁ28.00
in person, by phone 0794 920 5971 or email Joanneaylwin@outlook.com
Farnham Craft Town Lecture: Slipware with Dylan Bowen 8th October
at the Crafts Study Centre Dylan’s work is a fusion of traditional slipware and contemporary influences such as abstract expressionism and outsider art. In his lecture Bowen will be looking at slipware’s history, techniques and materials in the context of his own work and that of other contemporary potters. Dylan will trace slipware’s development from the 17th Century through the Studio Pottery Movement to its revival in the 1970s.
How to book :
Reception 5.30pm Lecture 6pm-7pm £5.00
advance booking is essential. craftscentre@ucreative.ac.uk or by phone 01252 891450.
Adventures with Porcelain at the Farnham Pottery Jointly hosted by West Street Potters and 318 Ceramics at Farnham Pottery, Margaret O’Rorke shares her vision and understanding of materials and processes through a slide show, talk and practical demonstration followed by Q&A. She will reform thrown pieces and share processes that have led to the development of some of her unique free- standing sculpture.
How to book :
www.318ceramics.co.uk or email info@318ceramics.co.uk
10th October 10.30am - 4pm £25 in advance £27 on the door
Repair Cafe at Farnham United Reformed Church Bringing people together to fix their ‘stuff’ with free help from volunteers. Sharing the Repair includes Clothes and Textiles, Electrical, Furniture, Mechanical and Bikes.
How to book :
10th October 10am - 12.30pm FREE
no need to book. Email the details of what you would like repaired, or if you would like to volunteer to rcarruthers.t1@ucreative.ac.uk
Hand Crochet Snood Workshop at the Farnham Maltings A great introduction to the art of crochet with Barbara Touati-Evans Make a beautiful snood to keep the chills at bay using chunky wool and your hands. No hook needed. Ideal for adult absolute beginners.
How to book :
10th October 11am - 3.30pm £42.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Japanese Calligraphy at the Farnham Maltings Nao Fukomoto, will cover techniques on how to use the ‘Fude’ (brush) with ‘Sumi’ ink on ‘Washi’ (handmade paper) to make the strokes and marks that are used to make ‘Kana and Kanji’ (Japanese characters). You will learn how to build up these marks to create a finished piece of work. In Japan ‘shodo’ is regarded as one the core traditional Japanese crafts, it is used as a meditative tool to achieve a calm mind.
How to book :
10th October 10am - 3pm £45.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Mini Sketchbooks Workshop at the Farnham Maltings This fun class for children aged 8-11 involves drawing with inks, paints, scissors, tape and collage, simple printing and more. During the class you will work with artist Susannah Elizabeth to fill your own mini sketchbook with drawings, hand stamped messages and secret compartments. All materials provided, but do bring an apron!
How to book :
10th October 10am - 12 noon & 1.30pm - 4pm £18.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Adult Learning Mini Workshops at the Farnham Adult Learning Centre
Patchwork - Quick Quilt / Fan Quilt Photography - Going Digital - Which Camera? Watercolours - a celebration of autumn Mosaic - mirror workshop Sculpture animals in paperclay
How to book :
10th October 10am-3.30pm £34.00 £34.00 £35.00 £48.00 £43.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Paperclay Workshop at 318 Ceramics
11th October
Learn how to prepare and work with a mixture of clay and paper pulp and use the paper clay to produce sculptural work. Suitable for both beginners and more experienced potters.
How to book :
www.318ceramics.co.uk or email info@318ceramics.co.uk
10am - 4pm £60.00
Basket Making with Judith Needham at the New Ashgate Gallery Learn the art of willow weaving with Judith Needham. We will start by making a Catalonian tension tray. You will then have the option of adding a rim to make a shallow fruit bowl or a twisted handle to make a dramatic display basket. Ideal for those who’ve attended Judith’s classes before, but is equally suitable for complete beginners.
How to book :
12th October 10am - 4pm £25.00
gallery@newashgate.org.uk or by phone 01252 713208.
Introduction to Wet Felting at the Jo Aylwin Studio & Gallery In this workshop you will learn the basic techniques for creation of wet felt. Wet felt making is one of the oldest known ways to create cloth. In this workshop Janine will introduce you how felt is made and what you can do with it. All materials provided but please bring a large towel.
How to book :
13th October 7pm - 9pm £28.00
in person, by phone 0794 920 5971 or email Joanneaylwin@outlook.com
Shibori Indigo Dying at the Jo Aylwin Studio & Gallery In this workshop you will learn basic shibori dying using indigo dye. Shibori is an ancient Japanese technique of resist dying. You tie or stitch cloth to make patterns. You will produce your own dyed T-shirt as well as other samples. All materials provided.
How to book :
14th October 7pm - 9pm £30.00
in person, by phone 0794 920 5971 or email Joanneaylwin@outlook.com
Crafts Study Centre Development Project at the Crafts Study Centre The Crafts Study Centre is planning an extension to the current museum at the University for the Creative Arts. Join Professor Simon Olding, Director of the Crafts Study Centre for a short presentation on the project followed by a glass of wine and an opportunity to feed your opinions into the development scheme.
How to book :
14th October 5pm - 6pm FREE
craftscentre@ucreative.ac.uk or by phone 01252 891450
Plein Air Watercolour Workshop at Kilnside Farm, Runfold Local artist Bob Milton, from Abbey Artists offers a small watercolour workshop for four people (in the surrounding countryside or in the studio in the event of bad weather).
How to book :
16th October 10am - 12.30pm £15.00
bobmilton@abbeyartists.net or by phone 07860 718464
Artist Talk with Rachel Mulligan at the New Ashgate Gallery Rachel will talk about her current project: Seven Ages. This is the story of her parents’ generation in seven stained glass panels based on Shakespeare’s words from All The World’s A Stage
How to book :
gallery@newashgate.org.uk or by phone 01252 713208
17th October 2.30pm - 3.30pm £5.00
Festival of Crafts at the Farnham Maltings
17th October 10am - 5pm
Festival of crafts is a weekend long celebration of all things handmade and is now in its nineteenth year and 2015 promises to be the best yet, with a curated marketplace, DIY workshops, and activities across the town.
18th October 10am - 4pm
How to book :
£3.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Textile Art - Make a Bird at the New Ashgate Gallery Naomi Beevers will teach you how to make a bird using the technique of needle felting into fabric, embellished with hand embroidery stitch.
How to book :
18th October 10.30am - 12.30pm £10.00
gallery@newashgate.org.uk or by phone 01252 713208
Stained Glass Workshop at the New Ashgate Gallery During this day long workshop with Rachel Mulligan, you will learn how to cut glass, drill and engrave it and use traditional enamel pigments. You will produce a small medallion that can be hung in a window or turned into a mobile. All the materials, including handblown glass, will be supplied. Tools and expert tuition will be provided. Bring along lunch and any images that inspire you.
How to book :
gallery@newashgate.org.uk or by phone 01252 713208
19th October 10am - 4pm £30.00
Mosaic 2 at the Jo Aylwin Studio & Gallery This workshop is for people who have some experience with mosaic and are confident with dexterity and design skills, or have previously done a workshop with Kate. Building up technical knowledge and design techniques. All materials and tools provided.
How to book :
21st October 7pm - 9pm £30.00
in person, by phone 0794 920 5971 or email Joanneaylwin@outlook.com
Knitting Themed Workshop at the Farnham Maltings Stores Textile designer, Alison Ellen, runs this drop-in knitting-themed workshop in the Maltings Stores. Alison approaches knitting as a sculptural technique and helps people understand its potential in designing and creating structure, texture, colour and pattern. She aims to give participants the confidence to go away and experiment, and develop their own ideas. Adults of any ability. Alison’s work will also be on display at the Maltings throughout the month.
How to book :
22nd October from 11am FREE
no need to book, just turn up!
Patchwork and Pleats Cushion at the Farnham Maltings Andrea Beattie will guide you through using a sewing machine and techniques to produce a pleats and a mock smocking effect to make this patchwork cushion cover with a zip closure.
How to book :
24th October 10am - 4pm £45.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Hallowe’en Hats at the Farnham Maltings Get ready for Hallowe’en with artist Clare Stiles and create a hat to complete your costume. Dress for mess and bring an adult, only participating children (7-11yrs) pay. Advance booking essential.
How to book :
26th October 10.30am - 12 noon £7.50
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Crafty Firework Fun at the Farnham Maltings Create your very own crafty blast off with Clare Stiles. Use our materials to make glittery rockets, Catherine wheels and fountains to show off to your friends or wear to a firework fiesta! Dress for mess and bring an adult, only participating children pay. 3-8yrs.
How to book :
26th October 1.30pm - 3.30pm £7.50
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Fascinator Workshop at the Farnham Maltings This one off workshop will introduce you to the art of fascinator making with milliner Beverley Edmondson. Make a special design for a wedding or make it seasonal and something you can wear to a Christmas party or on Christmas Day to add to any outfit.
How to book :
26th October 6.30pm - 9.30pm £38.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Understanding Makers Rights & Exciting Taxation - with Alison Branagan at the New Ashgate Gallery This talk outlines how to protect your copyright, design right and business name in the marketplace, covering special areas of copyright law such as Artistic Craftsmanship. In this era of copy-culture this talk raises important issues for makers showcasing work on social media, blogs and websites. Intriguingly, artists might even have small sums of money waiting for collection from DACs the Design & Artists Copyright Society. The second part of this workshop explores the topic of income tax and how to make the tax system work for you.
How to book :
26th October 10am - 2pm £10.00
gallery@newashgate.org.uk or by phone 01252 713208.
Hallowe’en Photo Card at the Farnham Maltings Why not make a creepy photo card to surprise your friends? Angela Walker will help you make fun photograms in the Maltings darkroom then you can colour and decorate your favourite to create a greetings card. All pictures can be taken home, materials provided. 7-11yrs
How to book :
27th October 10am - 12 noon or 2pm - 4pm £15.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Children’s Sweet Tree Workshop at the Farnham Maltings
27th October 10am - 11am or 12.00 noon - 1pm
Spend an hour with Tamzin and Claire from A Sweet Affair creating an amazing sweet tree to take home. All materials are included in the cost and this promises to be a fun workshop for all. 4yrs +
How to book :
£15.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Wonderful, Weird & Wacky Walking Staffs at Alice Holt Forest
28th October
Whether you are hiking through forests or across mountain ranges, as a keen explorer you are bound to need a trusty walking staff. Come along and make your own personalised staff from the trees of Alice Holt. You will be shown the whole process from beginning to end! All materials and tools are provided. 10yrs +
How to book :
10am - 12 noon £10.00
via telephone on 0300 067 4448 or email heather.pettitt@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Hallowe’en Craft Fun at the Farnham Museum Come and make creepy crawly decorations to transform your home into a haunted house with our chilling Hallowe’en craft activities. Suitable for children aged 3+, all materials included. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
How to book :
28th & 29th October 10.30am - 2.30pm
no need to book, just turn up! (there may be a wait if it gets busy)
£3.00
Shadow Puppets at the Farnham Maltings Using simple techniques and household materials you can make a spaceship, build a rocket or even invent your own alien creature, and then learn to operate it on the magical Squashbox shadow screen with Craig Johnson from Squashbox Theatre. 7-13yrs.
How to book :
29th October 11am - 13.30pm £10.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Little Art in the Autumn Woodland at Alice Holt Forest
29th October
Join the fun with the Forestry Commission with lots of arty activities from mud painting and clay figures, seed art and leaf and stick mobiles to charcoal and bark rubbings! Children up to 8yrs.
How to book :
10am - 12.00 noon £6.00
via telephone on 0300 067 4448 or email heather.pettitt@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Hallowe’en Biscuits at the Farnham Maltings Have fun decorating Hallowe’en biscuits ready for the big day! Icing and making decorations to go on the biscuits. Take home your spooky creations! All materials supplied. 6yrs +
How to book :
29th October 3.30pm - 5pm £12.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Children’s Screen Printing Workshop 30th October
at the Farnham Maltings Come along and learn how to screen print with Nicole Line. She will guide you through each stage of the printing process to create a collection of fabric samples using your hand cut stencils, exploring all the wonderful colours and printing onto a final piece. All materials will be included in the workshop, but please see what you have at home to such as t-shirts, jumpers, canvas bags... Dress for mess!
How to book :
2.30pm - 4.30pm £15.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Discovering Clay at 318 Ceramics
30th October 10am - 12 noon
Come and be introduced to the wonders of working with clay. A fun opportunity to learn some basic ceramics techniques. Includes one finished piece of fired work to be collected at a later date. 7-15yrs
How to book :
£20.00
www.318ceramics.co.uk or email info@318ceramics.co.uk
The Big Draw at the New Ashgate Gallery ‘Every drawing tells a story’, members of the public are invited to create stories based on the craft or fine art they find in the gallery.
How to book :
no need to book, just turn up!
10.30am - 4.30pm FREE
Mark Making in Linocut at the Farnham Maltings Working through several printmaking exercises throughout the day and exploring the varying qualities of lines that can be made and which tools are needed to make them. You will also explore different ways to interpret an image through relief print, cutting the block, transferring a design and also how to print by hand, with no need for a press. No previous experience necessary – just bring along a few ideas or images to work with. Materials provided.
How to book :
31st October 10am - 4pm £40.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Introduction to Leathercraft at the Farnham Maltings In this introductory workshop to leathercraft with designer and maker Tibor Eperjessy you will learn about saddle stitching, embossing, dying leather, and experiencing different type of hides while making 1 or 2 small leather items. Suitable for all adults.
How to book :
31st October 1pm - 5pm £35.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
October Open Studios
Life as a Potter by Luisa Cacciotti Working at 318 Ceramics, which is in what used to be the old Farnham Pottery, I find this location very inspiring. Surrounded by the red brick and wood beams, with old tiles and kiln shelves stored in nooks and crannies, it is hard not to feel the history of the place. The same goes for Farnham as a whole. Wherever you look, you can see signs of the successful market town Farnham used to be. The Tudor cottages with their black beams and the red brick houses constantly remind me of patterns and earth. Apart from the massive inspiration of being somewhere that has such a strong and visible heritage in art and crafts, for me, Farnham blends the traditional with the new and creates an environment that inspires creativity. All my work is thrown on a wheel. In some cases I throw a canvas with accentuated throwing rings and then build the object from various pieces of the canvas. I use either porcelain or black stoneware clay as both have very different tactile qualities that play well together. I also use contracting slip on the canvases to accentuate the feeling of movement. My work is reduction fired as I find the glazes have more depth and again accentuate the tactile quality of the object. www.lucaceramics.com
Open Studios
gives an opportunity for the public to take a peek inside the world of makers and artisans in the place they create. Generally speaking, the studios are private places and therefore not generally open to the public. With this in mind, if you would like to visit, then please do respect the studios opening policies and visit during the times advertised in the listings.
Farnham Sculpture at the Farnham Pottery
2nd - 30th October
The Farnham Sculpture Studio will be open every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am until 3pm throughout October. There will be finished carvings to see alongside works in progress and our carvers will be able to explain the choice of wood/stone, tools and techniques used to progress to a finished piece of work.
How to book :
10am - 3pm FREE
no booking required, just turn up! For more info, contact liz_thomas118@yahoo.co.uk
Little Acre Studios at Little Acre Studios, Rowledge
9th, 10th, 23rd & 24th Oct
The studios are home to a group of five artists working within individual studios creating paintings, sculptures, jewellery, ceramics and textiles.
How to book :
10am - 3pm
no booking required, just turn up! Kim Cody (painter) www.kimcody.com Nina Roe (sculptor) ninaroe@googlemail.com Tracy Hills (Jewellery) www.midnightrosecreations.com Samantha Robertson (ceramics) www.samanthrobertson.co.uk Julie Watson (textiles & painter) juleswat@aol.com
FREE
318 Ceramics at the Farnham Pottery Come and explore the workshops and studios and take a look at some of the makers work on display at 318 Ceramics. Open every Monday and Friday from 10am - 12 noon from 5 - 23 October.
How to book :
5th - 23rd October 10am - 12 noon FREE
no need to book required, but please confirm your visit please by calling 07468 696620 or email info@318ceramics.co.uk
Bob Milton, Abbey Artists at the Abbey Artists, Kilnside Farm Bob is a local landscape designer and watercolorist specialising in local scenes, events, wild animals, horses and pets. Join him as he opens his studio for October Craft Month this year.
How to book :
no need to book, just turn up!
17th - 24th October 10am - 4pm FREE
Painting and Drawing by Kim Cody Born and educated in the south of England, Kim has drawn and painted all her life. She worked for a teacher of art and design for 35 years before moving to Brittany where she continued to work for 12 years before returning to southern England and making Farnham her home in 2014. This corner of England is where she grew up, so its very much a homecoming. Kim’s work is largely about the landscape but her response to the environment is emotional rather than pictoral. “This is the corner of southern England where I grew up so it is very much a homecoming. I have always loved to roam around ponds, over commons and through meadows. My work is strongly influenced by the seasons, the weather and the time of day. I aim to convey something of my response to the elements and the fleeting images of light, shade and colour in the landscape. I find the ruins of Waverley Abbey a place of magical mystery and imagination and walking through Bourne Woods I am acutely aware of the patterns of light and the unique pine forest smells, the coolness and the sounds of the wind and the birds. I live close to the Bishop’s Meadow which, on a winter afternoon with the mist descending over the river and the sun setting in the west, is a timeless source of inspiration.” www.kimcody.com
Short Craft Events and Activities
Body Language - Exhibition at the Farnham Maltings An exhibition of recent paintings and drawings by members of Surrey Figurative Artists, a group whose specialty is the human figure, both life and clothed, and who work directly with models. All work is for sale at very reasonable prices.
How to book :
9th, 10th & 11th October 10am - 7pm FREE
no need to book - just turn up!
Winter Hat Making at the Farnham Maltings Make your own winter felt hat with local milliner Beverley Edmondson. You will learn to block, trim and create a unique felt hat during this course. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn a skill and have a complete hat to keep at the end of the course. For materials list please see website.
How to book :
5th, 12th & 19th October 7pm - 9pm ÂŁ145.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
From Brick To Brush - Exhibition at the Farnham Museum A member of The Society of Architectural Illustration, Susie Lidstone is known for her beautiful and highly detailed works depicting local architecture and buildings.
How to book :
no need to book, just turn up!
24th - 31st October 10am - 5pm FREE
Jewellery by Claire Stiles Clare Stiles’ work focuses on the use of anodised aluminium. Using modern and traditional printmaking techniques she produces colourful work with simple form to emphasise the nature of pattern and images. Clare is the author of ‘Anodized! Brilliant Color and Bold Design’ published by Lark Crafts creators of the 500 Series. She teaches and works from her studio in the Farnham Maltings where she has had a studio since graduating from UCA in 1996. She also Mentors at UCA Farnham. More recently Clare’s work has been exploring the use of recycled materials in jewellery, teaching this as a skill to improve the lives of women in underdeveloped countries. ‘Creating credible jewellery pieces from materials other wise headed for landfill is incredibly fulfilling and can be taught at a very low expense. A few hand tools are all that’s needed to teach people they can produce wonderful pieces of jewellery that they can sell to help sustain themselves and their families whilst helping their local and wider environment’. After raising money through ‘go fund me’ for tools and basic equipment she targets materials that could be easily found locally such as used bicycle inner tubes. Clare took her project to a young women’s charity and children’s home in Grenada, West Indies in 2014 and hopes to run some workshops on a more local basis in the future.
Month Long Craft Events and Activities
Craft Trail A number of local shops, organisations and businesses have partnered with makers to celebrate Craft Month by showcasing local makers work in their window or in a key position in their venues to demonstrate the quality and diversity of craft Farnham has to offer. From the 15th September a Trail Map will be available to anyone wishing to follow the trail and investigate and learn more about our local makers and their work. The trail is free to participate, and those taking part will have the chance to enter the New Ashgate Gallery’s prize draw whereby one lucky participant will receive a signed print by the New Ashgate Gallery director and artist Caroline Jackman. The trail ends on the 31st October and all entries must be submitted by the 6th November. A Trail map can be downloaded from the New Ashgate Gallery website: www.newashgate.org.uk the 15th September or you will be able to pick up a printed copy from any participating venue displaying the poster in their window. The Craft Trail has been organised by the New Ashgate Gallery and funded by Farnham Town Council.
Exhibitions Academic Choice at the Crafts Study Centre This exhibition brings together objects from across the unrivalled collections and archives of the Crafts Study Centre. Each group of objects has been selected by a member of the academic staff of the University for the Creative Arts. The rationale for each curated selection will accompany the show, enabling audiences to look at collections through new eyes and with new understandings.
How to book :
30th June - 12 December Tuesday - Saturday 10am-5pm Saturdays 10am - 4pm FREE
no need to book, just turn up!
Some English Slipwares at the Crafts Study Centre This exhibition is based around a new acquisition for the Crafts Study Centre’s ceramic collections. The work is Square Vase Rounded Feet by Simon Carroll, and it was purchased with the aid of funds from the Art Fund and the Arts Council England/V & A Purchase Grant Fund, as well as funds from the Trustees of the Crafts Study Centre. The exhibition looks at the development of slipware in the hands of Bernard leach and Michael Cardew, bringing the story up to date with new work by Dylan Bowen, Clive Bowen and Alison Britton.
How to book :
no need to book, just turn up!
6 October - 12 December Tuesday - Saturday 10am-5pm Saturdays 10am - 4pm FREE
The Art of the Garden at the Farnham Museum This Summer discover the art of the garden. Artist Julie Collins presents contemporary watercolours of the Museum’s garden alongside historical artworks and objects which explore the changing ways in which nature is represented in art and daily life.
How to book :
1st - 31st October Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm FREE
no need to book, just turn up!
Accessorise at the Farnham Museum The subtle art of accessorising has skilfully been applied to show wealth and good taste throughout the ages. Explore the flairs and flamboyances of men and women from years gone by in this annual display of costume and textiles.
How to book :
1st - 31st October Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm FREE
no need to book, just turn up!
North from Sutherland at the Farnham Maltings Ann Davison presents a series of abstracted landscapes, entitled ‘North from Sutherland’. The project represents ten years’ work inspired by the artists travels, from the northern end of mainland Scotland to places as far as the Arctic. Ann uses collage and watercolour, conveying the harmony of the elemental landscapes of these places.
How to book :
no need to book, just turn up!
2nd - 30th October Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm FREE
Surrey Artist of the Year Competition at the New Ashgate Gallery
9th October - 14th November
11 Selected artists and makers will be competing for public votes to be named Surrey Artist of the Year. In partnership with Surrey Artists Open Studios.
How to book :
Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 18 October 11am - 4pm FREE
no need to book, just turn up!
Rachel Mulligan : Surrey Artist of the Year 2014 at the New Ashgate Gallery
9th October - 14th November
Rachel Mulligan, the Surrey Artist of the Year winner 2014 brings a much anticipated solo show offering stunning stained glass designs. Rachel works within the tradition of the Arts and Crafts movement, and the windows of Edward Burne-Jones and Christopher Whall.
How to book :
Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 18 October 11am - 4pm FREE
no need to book, just turn up!
Maker in Focus : Judith Needham at the New Ashgate Gallery
9th October - 14th November
We are delighted to be representing this local maker who creates stunning willow designs ranging from garlic baskets and platters to large scale willow playhouses.
How to book :
no need to book, just turn up!
Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 18 October 11am - 4pm FREE
Series 2 by Charlie Betts at the Farnham Maltings Riverside Cafe
30th October - 27th November
Charlie Betts is a resident artist at Farnham Maltings. Her vibrant contemporary paintings, prints and drawings are full of energy and expression.
How to book :
Monday - Friday 9.30am-5pm Saturdays 10am - 4pm FREE
no need to book, just turn up!
Kawaii - Crafting the Japanese Culture at the Hockey & Foyer Galleries, UCA Farnham
30th October - 11th December
This exhibition brings together 16 Japanese artists using traditional craft skills to engage with Kawaii – the culture of ‘cute’. Kawaii, is a highly successful commercial tool (‘Hello Kitty’ is one of its most famous manifestations) associated with ephemera and fashion. It is the exact opposite of the slow, highly crafted artefacts associated with traditional Japan. The exhibition will be supported by a full colour catalogue, seminars, lectures, workshops and exhibition tours by the curator.
How to book :
Tuesday - Saturday 10am-5pm Saturdays 10am - 4pm FREE
no need to book, just turn up! For further information please contact Lesley Millar: lmillar@ucreative.ac.uk
Millinery by Beverley Edmondson Millinery is the designing and manufacture of hats, historically the term millinery came from, the word ‘Milener’ which was given to dealers in textiles who passed through Milan to gather their goods. Today millinery generally refers to the manufacture, trimming and sales of women’s hats. A person making and selling male hats would generally be called a hatter. Local milliner Beverley Edmondson has been designing and making hats for the past decade, opening her Farnham high street boutique and creative studio, ‘Beverley Edmondson Millinery’ in 2010. Using a plethora of vintage and traditional materials, such as straws and felts, mixed with modern and newly available materials and technologies including thermoplastic and laser cutting, Beverley’s designs cover everything from outrageous and contemporary ‘Ascot’ hats to vintage styled headpieces, wedding hair adornments and everyday hats. Beverley and her team work closely with clients to design and create their perfect bespoke hat or headpiece for whatever the occasion and outfit requires. The Farnham boutique also offers hats, headpieces and accessories available to buy ‘off the shelf’ and she also has a wholesale collection which is available in other stores and online. During Farnham’s Craft Month of October Beverley is for the first time offering a limited number of millinery workshops to give you an insight and hands on experience into the skills involved in millinery, from the design process through to shaping, assembling, trimming and finishing of hats and headpieces. www.beverleyedmondson.co.uk
Longer Courses
provide more in depth tuition in a particular subject or discipline, taught by experienced arts and crafts tutors in inspiring, fully equipped workshops and studios. Further information about these longer courses can be found from the course descriptions on each organisations websites.
Watercolour Painting for Beginners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14 Sept - 7 Dec £147.00
at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
The Art of Calligraphy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Sept - 23 Nov £132.00
at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Drawing & Painting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14 Sept - 7 Dec £151.00
at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Creative Clay Club (5-10 years) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Sept - 25 Nov at 318 Ceramics
How to book :
visit www.318ceramics.co.uk or email info@318ceramics.co.uk
Pottery & Claywork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
£130.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
15 Sept - 8 Dec £212.00
Jewellery & Metalsmithing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Sept - 25 Nov at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
Throwing for Beginners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at 318 Ceramics
How to book :
16 Sept - 9 Dec £198.00
visit www.318ceramics.co.uk or email info@318ceramics.co.uk
Drawing & Painting Improvers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
£170.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
16 Sept - 9 Dec £183.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Creative Clay Club (5-10 years . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Sept - 26 Nov £130.00
at 318 Ceramics
How to book :
visit www.318ceramics.co.uk or email info@318ceramics.co.uk
Creative Clay Club (11-15 years) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Sept - 26 Nov at 318 Ceramics
How to book :
£130.00
visit www.318ceramics.co.uk or email info@318ceramics.co.uk
Patchwork & Quilting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Sept - 26 Nov at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
£165.00
Garment Making & Pattern Cutting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Sept - 26 Nov at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
£132.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Watercolour Painting - Improvers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Sept - 11Dec at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
£147.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Pottery & Claywork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Sept - 23 Dec at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
£132.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Patchwork & Quilting - Beginners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Sept - 27 Nov at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
£132.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Acrylic Painting - Beginners / Improvers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Sept - 30 Nov at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
£122.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Digital Photography for D-SLR Cameras - Beginners . . . 21 Sept - 30 Nov at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
£132.00
From Drawing into Painting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Garment Making, Pattern Cutting & Tailoring . . . . . . . . at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
at Farnham Adult Education Centre
Drawing & Illustration - Beginners / Improvers . . . . . . . .
at Farnham Adult Education Centre
23 Sept - 2 Dec £128.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Drawing & Painting - Beginners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
23 Sept - 2 Dec £122.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Sculpture - Beginners / Improvers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to book :
22 Sept - 1 Dec £122.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
22 Sept - 1 Dec £132.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Watercolour Painting - Beginners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to book :
22 Sept - 1 Dec £122.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
24 Sept - 3 Dec £123.00
Digital Photography for D-SLR Cameras - Beginners . . . at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
24 Sept - 3 Dec £132.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Life & Portrait - Putting Life Back Into Drawing . . . . . . . 24 Sept - 10 Dec at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
£145.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Mosaics - All Abilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Sept - 23 Nov at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
£152.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Mosaics - Beginners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Sept - 23 Nov at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
£152.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
Creative Writing - All Abilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Sept - 24 Nov at Farnham Adult Education Centre
How to book :
Animation Club (9-14yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at the Farnham Maltings
How to book :
£120.00
www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0300 200 1044
1 Oct - 1o Dec £70.00
www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/box-office/ or by phone 01252 745444
Crafts Directory
Abbey Artists
Crafts Study Centre
Kilnside Farm off Rockside Lane, Runfold, Farnham
University for the Creative Arts Falkner Road, Farnham, GU9 7DS
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bobmilton@abbeyartists.net www.abbeyartists.net 07860 718464
craftscentre@ucreative.ac.uk www.csc.ucreative.ac.uk 01252 891450
Farnham Adult Learning Centre
Farnham Library
25 West Street Farnham, GU9 7DX
Vernon House 28 West Street, Farnham, GU9 7DR
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farnham.aec@surreycc.gov.uk www.surreycc.gov.uk/adultlearning 0300 200 1044
libraries@surreycc.gov.uk 0300 200 1001
Farnham Maltings
Farnham Sculpture
Bridge Square Farnham, GU9 7QR
The Farnham Pottery, Quennells Hill Wrecclesham, Farnham, GU10 4QJ
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boxoffice@farnhammaltings.com www.farnhammaltings.com 01252 718001
Fun Palaces
info@farnhamsculpture.co.uk www.farnhamsculpture.co.uk
Hockey & Foyer Galleries
South Street Farnham, GU9 7DS
University for the Creative Arts Falkner Road, Farnham, GU9 7DS
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galleriessurrey@ucreative.ac.uk www.ucreative.ac.uk 01252 892668
Jo Aylwin Studio & Gallery
Little Acre Studios
28 The Woolmead Farnham, GU9 7TE
Fullers Road, Rowledge GU10 4LB
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Joanneaylwin@outlook.com www.joalywin.co.uk 07949 205971
www.littleacrestudios.weebly.com
Museum of Farnham
New Ashgate Gallery
Willmer House 38 West Street, Farnham, GU9 7DX
Waggon Yard Farnham, GU9 7PS
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museum@farnhammaltings.com www.farnhammaltings.com/museum 01252 715094
Rural Life Centre
gallery@newashgage.org.uk www.newashgate.org.uk 01252 713208
Surrey Artists Open Studios
Bridge Square Farnham, GU9 7QR
14 The Pines, Broad Street Guildford, GU3 3BH
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info@rural-life.org.uk www.rural-life.co.uk 01252 795571
saosandopenstudios@yahoo.co.uk www.surreyopenstudios.org.uk 01252 795571
West Street Potters
318 Ceramics
The Farnham Pottery, Quennells Hill Wrecclesham, Farnham, GU10 4QJ
The Farnham Pottery, Quennells Hill Wrecclesham, Farnham, GU10 4QJ
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weststreetpotters@btinternet.com www.weststreetpotters.co.uk 07918 666898
info@318ceramics.co.uk www.318ceramics.co.uk 07468 696620
www.crafttownengland.org www.facebook.com/crafttownengland coordinator@crafttownengland.org