Join professional sculptor Emma Denby for this creative workshop for 10-16 year olds at Gainsborough Community Library. Learn how to use clay to sculpt your creations and cast them into a final piece. This workshop is part of The Blank Page Project.
Workshops take place from 9.45AM to 3.30PM and include lunch, drinks and snacks!
This workshop introduces participants to the process of using clay to sculpt sculptures and using silicone and Jesmonite to cast them into a final piece. We will also explore using Jesmonite with pre-made moulds and will develop a variety of casting techniques.
Exploring a variety of artistic techniques, Emma will be leading participants through creative ways of building sculpture, whilst using specialist skills such as moulding and casting. Using pre-made moulds, different techniques used to create swirly patterns, abstract shapes and bright colours will be explored. Participants will take away their own sculptures cast in Jesmonite, along with coasters or candle holders which they decorate in their own way.
Workshops must be booked in advance. You can book online via eequ.
If your booking is made within 72 hours of the workshop, we may not be able to accommodate specific dietary requirements. Please get in touch with the library location for the workshop to discuss options. Please note that whilst we welcome all young people, our staff are not specifically SEND trained.
This workshop is for 10-16 year olds only. If you feel your child requires additional support in the form of adult attendance in order to access this workshop, contact us by emailing katie.puls@suffolklibraries.co.uk.
Free places are available for those eligible for benefit related free school meals. Unsure if you’re eligible? For guidance visit www.gov.uk/apply-free-school-meals.
Based in Yorkshire, Emma is a neurodiverse artist specialising in sculpture, painting and installation. Working collaboratively and solo to create socially engaged projects, her practice is motivated by playfulness and celebrates curiosity.
