Paint Your own Porcelain Christmas Decoration. (October 22, 6-8pm)
Unleash your Festive creativity! Paint Your own Porcelain Christmas Decoration! ho, ho ho!
Looking for a new activity for your family or friends? Why not come along to this workshop for a creative, relaxing and enjoyable Christmas themed workshop.
What makes this workshop special is that you get to create your own unique painting on a selection of porcelain Christmas Decorations that was handmade by the artist Wen-Hsi and Martin that’s yours to keep and treasure! Porcelain is a clay that fires white to high temperature making it a great canvas for vivid colours, lasting many years if you look after it and a stunning beautiful treasure!
Experience creativity by picking up a paint brush to create your unique painting on a Christmas decoration. Be inspired by the festive season or explore your own designs.
At the end you will have an amazing Christmas Decoration creation that you created that you can hang on the Christmas Tree, attach it to gift packaging, or give it to someone as a gift!
You will be guided by artists Martin and Wen-Hsi Harman. We’ll be there to support you throughout the session. You can view more of our work and experience here and here.
What will happen in the Workshop?
- Hand Paint 3 porcelain Christmas decorations of your choice. Select from Gingerbreadman, Rain dear, Star, dog bone and Christmas Tree!
- Ceramic paints and brushes provided as well as Inspiration images for guidance.
- Once finished I will take the Christmas Decorations back to my studio to apply a clear glaze and fire in the kiln.
- Everything is included in the price apart from shipping if you need it.
Refreshments
- Access the cafe for drinks and snacks! (Charged separately. Cash only)
Collection of your Christmas Decorations
- Process takes 4 weeks to complete.
- Once your item is finished, I will contact you to arrange collection.
- You can either pick it up at Strawberry Line Cafe, or I can ship it to you for £3.90 (UK standard 2nd class). "Shipping is optional."
When is the Workshop?
Wednesday 22nd October. 6-8pm (2 hours)
Where is the Workshop?
Yatton Station, Station Road, Yatton, Somerset, BS49 4AJ.
Who is the Workshop for?
- Whether you’re an adult or child. Anyone can join. If under 12 please come accompanied with an adult.
- No Experience is required as our workshops are beginner friendly and if you need some inspo we are here to help.
How do I purchase a Ticket?
- Purchase Tickets Here by selecting (add to cart button) to complete your checkout.
- Ticket price includes all materials to paint 3 Christmas Decorations of your choice.
- Don’t miss our Early Bird Offer £22—book by Wednesday 15th September to save £5! After each ticket will be £27
- Event Capacity: 15 Tickets Available to keep the workshop focused on helping you.
Q&A
Workshop
- I have never tried painting a Christmas Decoration before, will you provide any guidance? Myself and Wen-Hsi are here to help you, we will provide guidance.
- What is the Size of the Christmas Decorations (Approx) .......
- Do I need to bring anything? You don't need to bring anything. Just make sure you are wearing clothes you don't mind getting dirty. There will be facilitates were you can wash your hands.
Tickets
- Do I need to pre book a session or can I just turn up? Ideally this workshop works on a pre booking basis. This is because we have booked the space and we need to be able to plan and offer a high quality activity and to make sure we have enough materials and resources for everyone.
- I purchased a ticket, What happens Next? You will receive an email notification of your purchase. Please bring this to the event to enter!
- Will the Tickets remain on sale on September 24th? Tickets will remain on sale till Wednesday 22nd of October up to the beginning of the event if still available. The ticket price will be £27 at that time.
Cafe Venue
- Family Friendly
- Refreshments available
- Toilets
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
- Parking
Transport
- I don't live close to the event, Is there a place I can stay? If you would like to stay in the area for the duration there is The Double Tree by Hilton Hotel and Bridge Inn
- I have a car, were should I park? Car parking is to the side of the Strawberry Line Cafe.
- Can I get there by train. Yes you can!!! Take the train to Yatton Train Station and whola! step off the train and your here. You can get a direct train from Bristol Temple Meads, Bedminster even London! Other trains run further afield.
Refunds
- I purchased a ticket but would now like a refund? I can refund you the full ticket price 1 week before workshop. However no refunds will be made from the 16th of October.
Other Notes
- If you have any questions contact me Here
- Please note images give an example of what to expect.
We hope to see you there and have a Festive Creative Day!
Martin studied his MA in ceramics at Cardiff School of art and design in 2012. He has been making ceramic sculpture and paintings professional for the past 7 yeas. A lot of his ceramic process starts on the potters wheel so he has also many years of experience of using this tool and colour application.
He is a member of the UNESCO-International Academy of Ceramics IAC. His ceramic sculpture and paintings has been exhibited around the world such as Italy, France, Germany, South Korea, Australia and Switzerland. His ceramic sculpture is in public collections internationally such as the International Ceramics Studio Kecskemét Hungary, Ariana Museum Geneva Switzerland and The National Museum of Slovenia. You are welcome to view his CV Here |
WEN-HSI 文曦 Harman (1984-) was born in Taipei, Taiwan and is a ceramic artist currently living and working in Somerset, United Kingdom.
She studied her MA in Contemporary Crafts (Ceramics) at the University for the Creative Arts, Farnham, UK (2010). She also is the member of the UNESCO-International Academy of Ceramics IAC and Royal Society of Sculptors (MRSS). Her work is also in the public collections such as the International Ceramics Museum Foundation of Faenza, Italy (2022). The Compass Centre, Bristol, UK (2017). The Fule International Ceramic Art Museum in China (2016).The New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum in Taiwan (2016).The Ceramic Foundation in South Korea (2015). You are welcome to view her CV Here |
