Wire Sculpture Taster

Dates Available

5 Apr 2025 - 5 Apr 2025

Saturday

14 Jul 2025 - 14 Jul 2025

Monday

When & Where

5 April 2025 - 5 April 2025 ( 5 hours, 1 weeks )
Saturday
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Pelham Hall

Quick Facts

Availability Yes
Tutor Georgina Forwood
Course Code W24STEB09D
Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

Come and explore working with wire in both 2D and 3D. In this course, you will learn about the properties of different types of wires and ways to create artworks with them. You will learn to control wire including bending and joining and go home with one or two small pieces. All levels welcome including Beginners with all equipment and materials provided.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

To understand some of the different metals commonly used in wire and their different properties.
To be able to control bends in wire using hands and tools to create 2D designs.
To explore a variety of ways to join wires.
To design and make a 3D wire sculpture.
To understand the place of wire sculpture in art and what can be achieved in this medium.

Cost

Full fee

£60

Concession fee

£45

Class format and activities

Group and 1:1 tutor demonstration, guidance, student practice and development of individual projects in Wire.

Entry requirements

None - all levels welcome including Beginners.

What you need to know before you enrol

Pelham Hall Sculpture Studio is located offsite in the Pelham Hall Sculpture studio on Lambeth Walk 5 min walk from the College.

What you need

Strong closed shoes or boots and protective clothing.

What you can do next

Other Metal and Sculpture courses as well as most Visual Art courses.