Immerse yourself within Te Whare Pora – the art of weaving, with master weaver Ruth Woodbury of Raranga Creations.
Over this 4 day workshop, you will gain an introduction to raranga weaving and will learn all steps of the process from harvesting to contemporary dyeing, to weaving under Ruth’s guidance.
This workshop will give participants the knowledge to be able to identify types of whāriki (floor mats), prepare Kōrari/Harakeke (New Zealand flax) for weaving and learn about weaving and plaiting patterns.
You will use all the tools and knowledge throughout the week to create your own raranga whāriki tūwhara. Ruth’s workshop is suitable for beginners and more experienced weavers who want to broaden their knowledge and skills in Te Whare Pora. Nau mai, haere mai!
At the commencement of the workshop, $110 material kit is to be purchased from Ruth directly.
As a Summer School 2022 participant, you will receive a 10% returning discount for a Summer School 2023 workshop : )
Alongside the workshops, Summer School students are invited to take part in the following activities;
MONDAY 17 JANUARY: 9 –10am
Meet and Greet Students and Tutors: All Summer Schools participants are encouraged to attend this event to meet the tutors and fellow Summer School participants. Light refreshments provided.
WEDNESDAY 19 JANUARY: 4.30pm – 6pm
Artist Studio Visits: CEAC is home to 20+ artists in studios and this week we have planned a tour of several of these. Come along and meet the artists, tour their studios and talk to them about their work.
NB: All visitors should meet at the main reception at 4.30pm for a welcome where the tour of studios will begin.
THURSDAY 20 JANUARY: 4.30pm– 6pm
Exhibition inside the Barrel Store onsite at Corban Estate Arts Centre. Enjoy an exhibition of the Summer School tutors current working practice, with floor talks and refreshments. This will be an enjoyable, inspiring evening not to be missed! Say ‘thank you’ and ‘goodbye’ to those tutors who are completing 4 day workshops and for participants to come together to
COFFEE STUDIO
The Coffee Studio will offer delicious organic coffee, tea and healthy smoothies, fresh lunches, snacks and blackboard menu throughout the week.
ACCOMMODATION
The Quest Apartments are situated directly across the road from the estate in Henderson. Please view www.questhenderson.co.nz for details or www.destination-waitakere.com for other accommodation and information.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Enrolments will be confirmed and a materials list provided upon deposit made. If you withdraw from a class on or before 7 January 2022 your course fee will be refunded less a $50 administration fee. If you withdraw from a class on or after 8 January 2022 you will receive a 50% refund of your course fee. No refund will be given after a course has started or if you decide to leave early. You will be advised by 5 January 2022 of course cancellation and a full refund will be made.
COVID-19
These classes are subject to changes in accordance with Covid-19 government restrictions. Please scan QR codes in workshop studio spaces. All classes will be running at Level 2 or lower.
Thank you for booking. We look forward to seeing you!
About Ruth Woodbury:
Ruth Woodbury (Ngatī Korokoro, Te Pouka, Ngatī Wharara, Te Hikutu) is a master weaver, artist and arts educator. Throughout her career, Ruth has centred her practice around intergenerational knowledge transfer, and the activation of Māori cultural practices through the cultivation of materials and fabrication of resources.
In 2018, she was awarded the Toi Sqwigwialtxw Residency, an exchange with Evergreen State College in Washington, USA, where she had the opportunity to collaborate with Indigenous American artists and weavers. She has also collaborated with the Kanaka peoples of New Caledonia, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia, Moriori of the Pacific, Nlaka’pamux Nation, Tlingit, Inupiaq of Alaska and the Paiute of California.
Ruth is an active member of SaVAge K’lub Collective and is the sole member of Raranga Creations, through which she channels her raranga and whāriki practice.
Details
You will learn
- Immerse yourself within Hei Whāriki – the art of weaving, with master weaver Ruth Woodbury of Raranga Creations. Over this 4 day workshop, you will gain an introduction to raranga weaving and will learn all steps of the process from harvesting, to contemporary dyeing, to weaving under Ruth’s guidance. You will use all the tools and knowledge throughout the week to create your own raranga whāriki tūwhara.
You will get
- Ruth Woodbury (Ngatī Korokoro, Te Pouka, Ngatī Wharara, Te Hikutu) is a master weaver, artist and arts educator. Throughout her career, Ruth has centred her practice around intergenerational knowledge transfer, and the activation of Māori cultural practices through cultivation of materials and fabrication of resources. In 2018, she was awarded the Toi Sqwigwialtxw Residency, an exchange with Evergreen State College in Washington, USA, where she had the opportunity to collaborate with Indigenous American artists and weavers.
Appropriate for
18 + years
Preparation
What to bring
- At the start of the workshop, $110 material kit purchased from Ruth directly.
What to wear
Casual Clothing.
Your Teacher
Corban Estate Arts Centre
982 reviewsThe Corban Estate Arts Centre is located in Henderson, West Auckland.
We’re home to artist studios, our very own cafe, art classes for adults, youth and children, and an ever-changing programme of exhibitions and events.
Set within park-like grounds amongst historic winery buildings. Open Monday to Saturday, entry is free, everybody’s welcome.
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Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
Terms & Conditions
ADULTS, YOUTH AND CHILDREN’S CLASSES/WORKSHOPS ENROLMENT POLICY
- A deposit is required to secure your place and payment must be made in full to confirm your booking.
- Cancellation by Corban Estate Arts Centre entitles the participant to a FULL REFUND.
- Cancellation by participant up until 7 days before the workshop commences results in a transfer where possible OR full credit to be used within 6 months of cancellation date OR a full refund MINUS a 10% admin & booking fee.
- Cancellation by participant within 7 days of the workshop commencement date results in a transfer where possible OR full credit to be used within 6 months of cancellation date OR a full refund MINUS a 30% admin & booking fee.
- Cancellation by participant on or after the workshop commencement date results in NO refund given.
SPECIAL ENROLMENT POLICY FOR GLASS CASTING WORKSHOPS
- A deposit is required to secure your place and payment must be made in full to confirm your booking. Part Payment options are available at time of booking.
- Cancellation by Corban Estate Arts Centre entitles the participant to a FULL REFUND.
- Cancellation by participant up until 10 days before the workshop commences results in a full refund of amount paid MINUS a 10% admin & booking fee.
- Cancellation by participant within 10 days or on or after the workshop commencement date results in NO refund given. You may nominate someone else to take your place before the class starts.
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