{"product_id":"experimental-goldwork-with-elnaz-yazdani","title":"Experimental Goldwork with Elnaz Yazdani","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003eDiscover a contemporary approach to the centuries-old technique of Goldwork Embroidery in this hands-on, experimental workshop with embroidery artist and educator Elnaz Yazdani.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003eDrawing inspiration from historic Goldwork techniques and traditions from around the world, you will explore how metal threads can be manipulated, embellished and combined with unexpected contemporary materials to create texture, surface and form.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003eThroughout the workshop, Elnaz will introduce you to a range of traditional Goldwork materials, including purls, wires and cords, alongside alternative materials that encourage experimentation and a fresh approach to the technique. You will learn a selection of embroidery methods before developing your own individual stitched composition, giving you the freedom to explore colour, texture, materials and placement.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003eRather than working to a prescribed design, the course encourages you to experiment with the possibilities of Goldwork and discover your own approach to combining traditional skills with contemporary materials.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003eBy the end of the day, you will have created your own piece of contemporary Goldwork embroidery and developed a range of techniques that can be applied to future embroidery projects, clothing, accessories and decorative pieces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003eThis course is suitable for all abilities, including complete beginners and experienced stitchers interested in exploring a more experimental approach to Goldwork Embroidery. All techniques will be demonstrated and guided by Elnaz throughout the day.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"RSN","offers":[{"title":"Saturday 10th July (10am - 4pm)","offer_id":63622281265482,"sku":"HCP27001","price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1036\/4541\/3706\/files\/Experimental_Goldwork_with_Elnaz_Yazdani_2_eb257b0f-9775-4489-a81e-cb85f98ecdde.jpg?v=1790168457","url":"https:\/\/rsn.org.uk\/products\/experimental-goldwork-with-elnaz-yazdani","provider":"Royal School of Needlework","version":"1.0","type":"link"}