Workshops October 2010 Would you like to learn the best tips and tricks to make miniatures? If so, the workshops which will be held prior to the Arnhem show at the Rijnhal on the 28th and 29th of October 2010 are an excellent opportunity to learn! Top miniaturists tell you their secrets in the restaurant area of the Rijnhal. But, the workshops aren’t just a learning experience. You will leave with a special, self made miniature. During the workshop, you can enjoy the company and conversations with lots of other miniaturists, and you can witness the show being built up. Upon arrival, you will enter an empty Rijnhal, with most tables still empty. When you finish your workshop, all tables will be filled, and the hall is ready for a party!
Alex Moritz Bungalow in 1:48 scale You will make a bungalow in 1:48 scale. The materials are already sawn. You will assemble the house, put in the staircase and finish the roof with shingles. At home, you can wallpaper and decorate the interior. Friday, October 29, 10.00-16.30, € 97.50. Incl. coffee/tea, lunch and weekend ticket. +31-(0)316261665, a.moritz@tele2.nl
Bob Willans Shop with first floor Under the experienced guidance of Bob, you will build this shop yourself. You will also start the electrifying of the shop, sized 40×20×63 cm. Friday, October 29, 12.30-16.30, € 120,00 incl.tea/coffee and weekend ticket. +33-(0)233377251, tollgateminiatures@hotmail.com
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Carla Zandvliet Irises At your own request, Carla gives this popular workshop again. With her guidance, you will learn the technique of working with special silk. You will finish your bouquet at home. Friday, October 29, 13.00-16.30, € 37.50. Incl. coffee/tea and weekend ticket. +31(0)206472989, carlazandvliet52@hotmail.com
Chris Malcomson Chest with marguetry work from 1600 The so called ‘Dowry Chest’ used to be the wedding gift for the daughter. It is made from several species of wood. During two days you will make the chest, and learn marquetry from Chris. Thursday, October 28 and Friday, October 29, 09.30-16.30, € 187.50. Incl. coffee/tea, lunch and weekend ticket. +44(0)1903884102, mrchrees@yahoo.co.uk
Fred den Boer Mangle This impressive mangle belongs in every old fashioned laundry room. It is made from pewter. You will assemble and glue all of the parts of the mangle, and paint it. Friday, October 29, 12.30-16.30, € 95.00. Incl. coffee/tea and weekend ticket. +31(0)703647980,info@ateliervalkenbos.com
Hazel Dowd Laundry woman You will make the clothes for this small lady. Everything from underwear, dress and cap. This doll fits perfectly into the vignette teached by Joe Wearing on Friday. Thursday, October 29, 09.30-16.30, € 122.50. Incl. coffee/tea, lunch, and weekend ticket. +44(0)1925291667, hazel.dowd@minis4all.com
Hazel Dowd Elegance in red and black A small vignette, about 15×20 cm. You will make a selection of miniatures, and paint and wallpaper the vignette. In the time that’s left, you will make miniatures which will fit the scene. Friday, October 29, 09.30-16.30, € 128.50. Incl. coffee/tea, lunch and weekend ticket. +44(0)1925291667, hazel.dowd@minis4all.com
Helena Reijnen Peddler doll Make an elderly lady, who earns her living, selling lace, ribbons and buttons. Helena teaches you all the secrets needed to dress the doll. You will leave not only with a doll, but also with a treasure chest of doll dressing tips and tricks. Friday, October 29, 09.30-16.30, € 153.50. Incl. coffee/tea, lunch and weekend ticket. +32(0)32194523, dollsinminiature@pandora.be
Iris Arentz Small herbal shop This herbal shop is developed exclusively for this workshop. The shop (20×23×10 cm) is already assembled. You will finish the shop completely: shop window with lace curtains, lettering the shop front, wooden floor, veneering, and etcetera. The workshop comes with many extras, like printouts, and instructions for making the merchandise. Friday, October 29, 09-00- 16.30, € 192.50. Incl. coffee/tea, lunch and weekend ticket. During the workshop, the merchandise will not be made. Do you wish to make the merchandise before the workshop? Please call +32(0)497593155, iris.arentz@telenet.be
Jan Groot Oil painting Under the guidance of Jan Groot you will make a landscape painting on a wooden panel. The panel measures 5×7 cm. Friday, October 29, 12.30-16.30, € 57.50. Incl. coffee/tea and weekend ticket. +31(0)365332114
Joe Wareing Countryside interior While making this small room box (20×25×10 cm), with a country interior, you will learn how to use several techniques. You will make a stone floor, stucco the walls and make a false door. This workshop does not include the doll. Suitable for beginners, as well as experienced miniaturists. Thursday, October 28, 09.30-16.30. € 108.50. Incl. coffee/tea, lunch and weekend ticket. +44-(0)1695624887, joan.wareing@btinternet.com
Joe Wareing Laundry day This courtyard is made in a room box (20×25×10). You will make a stone floor, stucco the walls and make a false door with overhead roof. You will learn techniques to age the different parts. Suitable for beginners, as well as experienced miniaturists. Bring an apron to protect your clothes! This workshop does not include the doll; you can make her at Hazel Dowd’s workshop on Thursday. Friday, October 29, 09.30- 16.30, € 122.50. Incl. coffee/tea, lunch and weekend ticket. +44(0)1695624887, joan.wareing@btinternet.com
Kathryn Gray Spring flovers from cold porcelain Kathryn is a very experienced flower maker. For over 20 years, she makes the most exquisite flowers from cold porcelain. A fine opportunity to learn from her enormous experience! You will make a spring scene in an earthenware bowl. Friday, October 29, 09.30-16.30 € 87.50. Incl. coffee/tea, lunch and weekend ticket. +44(0)1707320208, info@templewoodminiatures.co.uk
Marie-Paule Hostyn Cart You will build the car, which you can use for several kinds of merchandise. Think about fruit and vegetables, fish or flowers. Anyone who wants a specific finish can speak to Marie-Paule about this. Friday, October 29, 10.00-16.30. € 122.50 Incl. coffee/tea, lunch and weekend ticket. +32(0)22675567, emily.art@skynet.be
Martha Arnold Old sofa You will upholster this sofa with leather. All colours are available, after consulting Martha. You will also make the pillows and pillow rolls in fitting colours. Friday, October 29, 13.00-16.30. € 85.00, Incl. coffee/tea and weekend ticket. +32(0)706885480, martha.arnold54@gmail.com