About this Event
Location
This class will be taught in-person at the San Francisco School of Needlework & Design. 850 Battery Street 2nd Floor San Francisco, CA 94111.
Date and time
Mon, November 13 through Fri, November 17, 2023
9:30 am to 4:30 pm
About this event
Level 1: FOUNDATION
Raised embroidery is a technique that employs the use of relief to achieve dimensional effect, most often for animal, human and floral figures. A variety of needle-made lace techniques are the primary stitches used to cover the subjects. However, many other techniques and mediums can be used to make a fanciful stumpwork artwork, including needlepainting, goldwork and appliqué. This is a technique where the imagination and a range of skills can take the lead, as any subject and a wide range of materials can be used.
During this course we will explore and sample the following styles:
- Needlelace, needlelace covered beads
- Slips
- Wired shapes
- Various padding techniques
- Appliqué
- Edging techniques
- Metalwork
- Figure Work (painted/stitched faces and wired hands)
In Level 1, the focus will be on the basics of the technique, including the history, fundamental methods, as well as the materials and tools the stitcher should use. Lectures will cover regions and cultures, historical applications and new trends, as well as design and color theory related to the technique. Students will have ample, focused time sampling stitches in both traditional and experimental styles with ongoing support, guidance, and critique from their instructor. Students will meet with their instructor for a one-on-one review to ensure that questions are addressed and to discuss preparations for their Level 2 technical piece.
Prior to the course start date, each student will receive a pack of detailed course instructions, describing the course, required pre-work, and an equipment list.
Registration for this course closes 3 days prior to the start date. Please note that pre-work is required for this course and that any late registering student will be responsible for completing the pre-work assignments. If you would like to inquire about the possibility of late registration, please contact [email protected]. Late registration will be accommodated when possible.
Cancellation policy:
SFSNAD will refund a CSP course, minus a $75 processing fee, up to two (2) weeks before the course start date. There are no refunds within two (2) weeks of the course start date, however, we will gladly move your registration to the next available CSP for any cancellations that fall between two (2) weeks and three (3) days of the course start date. Students may use 50% of the tuition toward another CSP for any cancellations within three days of the course start date.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
San Francisco School of Needlework & Design, 850 Battery Street, San Francisco, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 1250.00