Fairytales for grown-ups, myths for kids, Scandi midsummer celebrations, wild encounters, late night DJ sessions, tales told around the fire, yoga by the babbling beck, magic shows, storywalks through the woods, music, hands-on workshops and great food and drink. Enter a world of playfulness, epic stories and wild enchantment at Stealing Thunder Storytelling Festival, nestled […]

German brick stitch is a counted work technique used for copes, cushions and purses. It can be combined with other medieval stitches or used on it’s own to great effect. This class teaches how to stitch it without having to concentrate too much on the counting part, using geometric patterns to build up the design. […]

This workshop offers an easy and experimental introduction for anyone interested in making moving-images responding to the natural world. The workshop provides an overview to non-fiction filmmaking (AKA creative documentaries), enthusing participants with the techniques to play with creative approaches towards documentation in their own lives. Through exploration of the moving-image, participants will learn how […]

Drypoint is an intaglio printmaking technique, which involves manually scratching an image into a plate using a sharp pointed tool, creating its distinctive lines with a slightly raised velvety, known as the burr, which get inked and the plate can be printed from again and again! Unlike traditional etching where grooves are made through the […]

In this hands-on workshop, you will practice the beautiful art of Japanese Paper cutting. ‘Kirie’ first appeared in Japan in the 7th Century as an import from the Chinese mainland and literally translates as “to cut picture”. It is the art of making pictures by cutting paper. In this mindful and session, professional artist Pui Lee […]

Try your hand at making felted jewellery with textile artist Vickie Orton. Using a mixture of wet felting and needle felting techniques you’ll come away with at least 2 pieces of unique jewellery. Using coloured merino wool, you will learn how to make necklaces, bracelets and earrings, all to your own design. This course is […]

This two-session introductory workshop is designed for anyone interested in the captivating art of watercolour painting. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some prior experience, this course will guide you through the essential materials and foundational techniques of watercolour, equipping you with the skills to create your own simple yet beautiful artworks. Throughout the […]