Design Museum Academy Adult Learning
Workshop: Surrealist Weaving
In this hands-on workshop delivered in partnership with the West Dean College, learn how to create your own Surrealist eye using a range of different weaving techniques.
What to expect
In this one-day workshop, learn basic techniques of tapestry weaving to embellish the surface of your work.
You'll be working on your own surrealist eye design inspired by a tapestry developed by West Dean College which is based on Edward James's drawing 'The Empress of the Insects getting ready for the Midsummer Night's Ball'.
Light refreshments, equipment and materials will be provided.
Facilitator
Philip Sanderson
Sanderson studied tapestry weaving at The Royal College of Art before joining the West Dean Tapestry Studio in 1993. As a professional weaver, Sanderson has gained extensive experience working with artists and designers to translate their ideas into large-scale tapestries. Sanderson is currently Studio Leader at West Dean College of Arts and Conservation where he leads the Tapestry Foundation Diploma.
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Booking information
Adult: £90
Early bird Adult: £82
Student/Concession: £82
Early bird Student/Concession: £75
Members: £75
Early bird Members: £68
Early bird deadline: 22 January
Capacity is limited, please book in advance to avoid disappointment.
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Image by West Dean College.