Willow Sculptures by Caroline Gregson
Willow is such a fantastic material to use in sculpture. I use one year old growth (withies or rods) from coppiced willow trees, some of which I grow and harvest locally myself. It would be hard to think of a more sustainable material.
I have loved and been inspired by the natural world since I was a child and the ability to make willow sculptures representing the essence of animals, birds and other living forms now brings me great pleasure.
I love to represent movement and vitality in my work. My willow sculptures appear to have just paused in their setting before they are ready to move on. One of the nicest things anyone has said about my animal sculptures is that you can always see where they are looking!
Schools
I have a wide experience of running willow workshops in schools and have ideas that will inspire and engage across the entire age range from reception to A level.
I have an enhanced CRB check.
If you are interested in running a creative arts workshop involving basketry, willow sculpture or living willow then please read on...
Upcoming courses
I run workshops in Willow Sculpture and Basketmaking throughout the year, my next dates include:
11/09/2009: Castle Park, Frodsham on 11/09/2009
Introductory workshop in creating Sculptures from Willow.09/10/2009: Castle Park, Frodsham on 09/10/2009
Introductory workshop in creating Sculptures from Willow.06/11/2009: Castle Park, Frodsham on 06/11/2009
Introductory workshop in creating Sculptures from Willow.11/12/2009: Castle Park, Frodsham on 11/12/2009
Introductory workshop in creating Sculptures from Willow.
If you have a group who would like to learn about Willow Sculpture or Basketmaking, either as a workshop or as a demonstration and talk I would be happy to travel to your venue. Please contact me to discuss the details further.
Gallery Owners
I have formed good relationships with a number of galleries around the country over the years and have supplied work for their ongoing exhibitions as well as specific collections based around a theme.
If you feel that my Willow Sculptures or any of my other work would complement your exhibition programme, I would love to hear from you.
Latest News
24/06/2009: New Workshop Dates
New dates for Willow Sculpture Workshops have just been confirmed. They are:
- Friday 11th September
- Friday 9th October...
13/06/2009: Workshops
I am planning to hold several willow sculpture and basket workshops this autumn, I will be uploading details in the next couple of weeks. Keep checking the...13/06/2009: Willow sculptures at Norton Priory
Caroline has just installed a number of her willow animal sculptures in the walled garden at Norton Priory in an exhibition titled Animal Walks. She is...14/05/2009: Willow sculptures at RHS Tatton
Caroline will be exhibiting willow sculptures at this year's RHS Tatton Flower Show from 22nd -26th July. She will be creating a feature garden, in...24/03/2009: Childwickbury Arts Fair, July 3rd - 5th
Caroline will be exhibiting and demonstrating willow sculpture at this year's Childwickbury Arts Fair in Hertfordshire on July 3rd - 5th.
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