Cut and Fold; Exploring Paper Through Cutting and Folding Workshop

Cut and Fold; Exploring Paper Through Cutting and Folding Workshop with Clare Pentlow ARBSA.

Learning about the potential of paper through cutting and folding. You will be looking at geometric folding creating architectural forms and structures, whilst also gaining an insight into how Clare creates her own unique more organic designs. A day of two halves learning about different techniques with paper and how you can create your own paper art.

Age group and abilities to be taught        

• 18 years and above.
• Suitable for all abilities.

Course aims and skills/knowledge to be taught

• Geometric Folding
• Confidence with a scalpel
• Paper sculpture through cutting and folding paper.
• How to create your own designs

Course outline

Morning activity 

• Geometric Folding
• Learning some of the basic shapes and language in origami and how to interpret different designs
• Enjoy creating your own designs
• Origami artists / paper engineers to further explore

Afternoon activity

• Learn how Clare creates her unique paper art
• Simple cutting techniques, gaining confidence in using a scalpel
• Different ways to sculpt paper and combining cutting and folding

Materials and equipment to be brought by participants

• You may bring in your own scalpel to use

Materials and equipment provided

All materials will be included in the fee.

Methods of assessing outcomes

• Completion of an evaluation form

Booking information

• To book please use the ticketing system below. Alternatively, please call the Gallery on 0121 236 4353 during opening hours to book over the phone. Bookings can also be made in person at the Gallery.
• Booking is essential. Payment in full is required at the time of booking to secure a place.
• Payments are non-transferable and non-refundable.
• Places are limited to 10 people per workshop unless stated otherwise. Allocation will take place on a first-come first-served basis.
• All workshops run from 11.00am – 4.00pm with a 40 minute lunch break, unless otherwise stated. Tea and coffee will be provided, participants need to provide their own lunch.
• Please inform the RBSA Gallery when booking of any health conditions or additional needs as some workshops might not be suitable.
• A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.

Cancellation Policy

• If you, the customer cancels your booked workshop, we are unable to offer you a refund.
• Transfers to an alternative workshop may be possible depending on the circumstance and is at the discretion of the RBSA Gallery.
• In the event of under-subscription, workshops may be cancelled or re-arranged. We will give you as much notice as possible if this happens and you will be able to transfer to another course or receive a full refund. The RBSA is unable to refund additional expenses, such as travel and accommodation.
• If you are booked on a workshop and do not turn up on the day, a refund will not be given.

Continual Professional Development (CPD) and Copyright

• We welcome bookings from people attending for Continual Professional Development (CPD). However, our workshops are not designed as CPD. If your employer is paying for the course or you require more details about what you expect from the course, please contact the Gallery in advance before booking.
• The workshop content and any information provided (e.g. handouts, guidance notes, etc.) are the intellectual property of the artist delivering the workshop. They should not be used or reproduced without permission from the artist (e.g. copying handouts to use in any classes workshop attendees might deliver themselves afterwards). 

Other information

• The workshop will take place in the RBSA Gallery, floor 1. The space will be closed to visitors and will only be used by workshop attendees. However, staff and volunteers will need to walk through the space at various points in the day to access the staff office, which is located on the same floor.
• Attendees can leave their materials in the workshop space during their breaks but the RBSA will not be responsible for any loss or damages.
• Please bring a packed lunch. Alternatively, there are a number of cafés and sandwich shops within walking distance of the Gallery.
• Please bring an old shirt or apron to help protect your clothing.
• The continuous redevelopment work in the city center has caused increased traffic, delays, and diversions in and around the City Centre. Therefore, please allow yourself plenty of travel time, plan your route, and check your parking arrangements.
• If you are travelling by car, please ensure your car is clean air zone compliant, or charges may occur.