A full range of Powertex Workshops are available at Bag End Studios in Highgate Hill by Certified Powertex Trainer Natalie Parish.
Bookings are essential but times can be negotiated to accommodate participants. Browse workshop descriptions below then register your interest and availability on the form at the bottom of the page. Can't wait to start creating!
Bookings are essential but times can be negotiated to accommodate participants. Browse workshop descriptions below then register your interest and availability on the form at the bottom of the page. Can't wait to start creating!
Workshop Descriptions
Powertex - FAbric Hardener
Standing Statue Workshop
Above: Standing Figures by Ashley Bowley, WA; Sue Taylor, QLD; Joanne Bouma, NZ; Nat Parish, QLD; and Beth Barrett, QLD
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This is our most popular workshop and fabulous for beginners. You have a choice of a wide range of heads to choose from and every statue is unique. It is a great workshop to beginning experimenting with powertex fabric hardener and developing skills and ideas for other projects such garden statues, birds, home decor.
Time: 9am-5pm or two days 9.30am-2pm Cost: $125 (Includes tuition, all materials and a plaster head) |
Lady in Rags Workshop
By Natalie Parish
based on design by
Brigitte Grade (Belgium)
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I am excited to offer this NEW European workshop. This stunning figure, originally designed and created by Brigitte Grade (Belgium), is fabulous for beginners or those looking to upgrade their skills with Powertex. Already our most popular workshop and fabulous for beginners. You have a choice of a wide range of heads to choose from and every statue is unique. The results will amaze you and astound your friends!
Time: One and a half days (to allow drying before embellishment with colour) Cost: $195 (Includes tuition, all materials and a plaster head) |
Figurine Fantasies
Above: Seated Figure by Sue Taylor, QLD - Certified Powertex Trainer - Ipswich.
Create a Stunning Figurine with Powertex, Stone Art & Wire. This is a great workshop for participants with previous experience using Powertex who are looking to extend their knowledge of the medium.
Time: 9am-5pm or two days 9.30am-2pm
Cost: $125 (Includes tuition and all materials)
Time: 9am-5pm or two days 9.30am-2pm
Cost: $125 (Includes tuition and all materials)
Bottle Doll Statues
Above: Bottle Doll by Natalie Parish QLD
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Using wine bottle bases discover the use of powertex as a versatile medium for recycled art. Learn how to build form and fabric wrap.
Great for tweens and teenage parties as a substitute for standing statue workshop Time: 5-8 hours depending on design. Cost: $100 includes tuition and all materials. |
Free Form Fabric Platter Workshop (6hours)
Artwork by Sue Taylor - Ipswich
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Learn how to harden fabric over a mould with Powertex Fabric Hardener in this fabulous workshop! Great for those who want to explore other applications & techniques for textiles!!!
Time: 9am -2.30pm Cost: $100 (Includes tuition and all materials) BYO platter (approx. 30-40cm) & any special fabric you'd like to add |
Wall Plaque
Above: Ashley Bowley WA
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Create TWO gorgeous mixed media plaques using Powertext.
Great for tweens and teenager parties and school holidays. Time: 9.30am-2.30pm (either 3 or 5 hours) Cost: $45 (15cm x 15 cm artwork x1) $85 (x 2) Includes tuition and all materials |
Mask Workshops - 5 hours
Above: Small Masks by Ashley Bowley
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Use a mask to create your own fabulous artwork using Powertex ...a shorter workshop alternative for mask lovers!
Time: 9.30am-2.30pm Cost: $100 small (Includes tuition and all materials) |
Powertex & Stone Art
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Mask Workshop - 8 hour
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Above: Venetian Mask by Ashley Bowley
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Use a mask to create your own fabulous artwork using Powertex and stone art.!
Time: Full day 9am - 5pm or two day workshop 10am-2.00pm Cost: $150 - Large Venetian Mask (Includes tuition and all materials) |
3D Flex Workshops
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Suma
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This a great workshop for learning how to create form and how to use our new 3D Flex product as a clay with stunning textural effects. A very popular workshop with a resulting wow factor.
Time: Full Day 9am - 5pm or 2 days 10am - 2pm Cost: $185 includes tuition and all materials |