Botanical Casting Workshop 17th May 2025

This course can only be booked via Alford Craft Market on their website or by visiting their shop. Click this link to take you to their booking page Book

Join me for a workshop in which you will learn the art of botanical casting. Capturing all the intricate details of seasonal plants and flowers in raised relief.

The course will be held at the Alford Craft Market studio space Saturday 17th May 10:30 - 2:30pm.

During the workshop you will learn how to prepare the clay for casting. Select the correct seasonal flora and how to arrange and create a unique design. Techniques for pressing different flowers. Removal of the flora. Mixing and pouring plaster. You will also learn how to sand and finish your cast at home. You will leave the workshop with your own unique cast panel to be proudly displayed in your home.

We will break for lunch to allow the plaster to cure. Pl are bring a packed lunch.

All materials are provided. Although an apron is supplied, you will be working with clay and plaster so old clothes are recommended.

A variety of seasonal plants and flowers will be supplied, you are more than welcome to bring your own if you wish to incorporate something special from your own garden.

The workshop is located behind the Alford Craft Market shop

 Alford Craft Market, 1 West Street, Alford, LN13 9DG