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Woodland Wanderings -
A Creative Retreat
We had such a wonderful time on our creative retreat that we will be running another in 2026.
24th - 26th April 2026
This year we are excitied to offer a choice of tutors to enable us to accomodate more of you!
*As it stands we only have places available in Ruth's groups (Liske & Claire full)
e'mail contact@littleheathbarnstudio.com to book a place
Beautiful surroundings
The retreat will begin around 2pm on Friday 24th April
We'll start with an afternoon workshop in which both groups will create a 'nature notebook' using a variety of interesting papers.
Saturday morning will begin with a gentle wander into the Lickey Hills (this is a very short stroll from the venue) - whilst in the woodland we'll record marks, line, shapes and aim to capture the essence of the surroudnings in our notebook.
Join Liske & Claire
Our woodland observations will be the starting point for creating abstract stamps and stencils.
We will work onto a variety of fabrics including lutradur, organza and organdie, using fabric paints in conjunction with gelli plate print & monoprinting. Our deisgn focus will be on colour, collage, applique and hand-stitch in order to translate the beauty of the surroundings and create an abstract collection of simple yet considered textile art pieces.
Group size 20-24
Join Ruth Parkinson-Johns
Once back in the studio work with paint, free-motion embroidery and creative hand stitch in Ruth's signature style. Further explore ideas, observations and memories from our walk. This could take the form of a fabric wrap/book cover, or a stand alone creation.
Group size 10-12
Relax & Stay
The price of £570 includes:
2 nights accomodation in a single occupancy en suite room
All meals are included throughout your stay, as well as hot drinks and biscuits during the workshops
Most materials
To reserve a place, or ask any questions please e'mail Liske; contact@littleheathbarnstudio.com - a deposit of £150 will be required to secure place