Design and build you own copper table decoration. Begin with a small guided walk where you will forage for inspiring natural material. Nestled within the beauty of the South Downs National Park, you will then spend time translating your found inspiration and ideas into copper - resulting in a personal piece of art for your home.
Your chance to slow down and creatively respond to the natural world around us.
About the workshop
One-day workshop, 11am - 3:00pm with a break for lunch
Start with a guided walk around the site to collect inspiration from seasonal nature
Be led by experienced artist and metalworker Lydia Asscher in a variety of copper working techniques to bring your idea to fruition
No experience necessary!
Set in the unique surroundings of Butser Ancient Farm’s historic buildings
Lydia Asscher is an artist and maker working in metal. She specialises in Chasing and Repoussé, due to the power it holds to convey motifs, symbols, and themes from bygone times; as well as its potential to be a potent storytelling tool in the modern day. Chasing and repoussé is time-consuming skilled work. Its continuation in an age of consumerism and high waste, low value production is a small act of rebellion in favour of a slower, more thoughtful way of life.
Included in your ticket
Entrance to the farm, a day’s tuition and expertise, and all the tools and materials necessary to create a beautiful and truly personal copper table decoration.
WORKSHOP INFO
Please wear closed toed practical shoes, and sensible clothing (no floaty clothing, or flammable jackets/puffas/raincoats) for this workshop.
Lunch is not included, hot/cold drinks and snacks (subject to availability) can be purchased from our gift shop to shore up your packed lunch.
This workshop is intended for adults.