The Branch Ranch Welcomes Guest Instructor Jes Clark
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We are so excited to welcome Jes Clark to the farm as a guest instructor.
Jes Clark (they/them) is the farmer and weaver at Willow Vale Farm in Stanfordville, NY. Jes weaves traditional and contemporary functional pieces and the basket forms created are a result of their conversation with each stick of willow. All of their willow is grown without pesticides using regenerative practices and with loving care.
Jes has been teaching weaving since 2018 and has taught hundreds of students ranging from absolute beginners to experienced weavers looking to refine their craft. They have taught at the Stowe Basketry Festival, for the Northeast Basketmakers Guild, at the New York Botanical Garden just to name a few, and also privately in one-on-one tutorials. You can discover more of their work at instagram.com/willowvalefarm and https://www.willowvale.farm/
Workshop Details:
Dive into the art of weaving with Jes Clark in our upcoming workshops!
Get ready for an enriching experience as Jes guides you through two engaging weaving classes!
Stanislav Asymmetrical Round Basket**: Learn the intricacies of crafting a stunning Stanislav Asymmetrical round basket.
Or
Oval Garden Trug**: Delve into the world of weaving with the Oval Garden Trug class. Create a charming and practical trug perfect for showcasing your garden harvest or collecting flowers from your cutting garden.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to learn from Jes, an incredible instructor who brings passion and expertise to every class. Sign up now to secure your spot and embark on a weaving journey like no other!
Ready to weave wonders? Scroll down for project descriptions, class details and to register today!
Stanislav Asymmetrical Basket
Stanislav Asymmetrical: Suitable for Beginner through Advanced weavers, no experience with willow baskets necessary. In this class, students will make an asymmetrical form basket of out willow. Using traditional willow weaving techniques, we will create this contemporary design inspired by Polish basket maker, Stanislaw Dzuibak. A round base is woven in reverse pair, the stakes are inserted and the sides woven up in three rod wale and French randing. The asymmetrical element and the border of the basket is then woven from the stakes themselves! A sturdy branch handle is incorporated to finish the basket. Willow colours may vary. Class fee includes willow and the use of all required tools.
Date: Saturday September 28th & Sunday September 29th, 2024
Time: 9:00am- 5:00pm both days
Class Fee: $380 + tax
Catered lunch will be offered for an additional fee.
Oval Garden Trug
Oval Garden Trug: In this class, students will delve into the world of oval work, creating a garden basket as I learned it from Katherine Lewis - a classic continental oval base is made incorporating both pairing and randing, then waling, randing and packing bring up the sides with a focus on shaping and the flow of basket-weaving. Well-woven borders are practiced and then a wrapped handle is added to complete the basket. This project works well for those who are comfortable weaving round baskets in willow and would like to explore oval baskets, or for those who have woven oval baskets, but would like to perfect shaping techniques, borders and handle finishing.
Suitable for Intermediate Weavers. Intermediate weavers are comfortable weaving a round basket on their own, including basic weaves such as pairing, randing, different types of waling, etc. Can easily shape round baskets as they like. May need a little guidance around borders, but knows most of the steps. It’s recommended that you have made several baskets if you intend to sign up for this class. If you are unsure about your skills please contact us.This class is NOT recommended for Beginners.
Willow colours may vary. Class fee includes willow and use of all required tools.
Date: Monday September 30th & Tuesday October 1st, 2024
Time: 9:00am-5:00pm each day
Class Fee: $380 + tax
Catered lunch will be offered for an additional Fee.
To register please fill out the form at the bottom of this page. If a space is available we will email you an invoice within 48 hours, which may be paid online via credit card or e-transfer. There will be a PDF file attached to your invoice containing pertinent details for your workshop. Please save or print this file.
Please review our guest instructor cancellation policy HERE prior to booking your class.
If the workshop you wish to attend is sold out we will add you to a waiting list.
All materials are supplied and you will have use of all required tools . We will send you an email reminder one week prior to the class. Complimentary coffee, tea and water will be available.
We ask that you leave your pets as home.
Please allow 48 hours for us to process your form and send out your invoice. If you have not received your invoice within 48 hours you can contact us to ensure we received your form submission.
Your payment secures your spot in the class. Invoices that become 5 days over due will be cancelled so the spaces can be filled prior to the class date.
DUE TO OVERWHELMING RESPONSE, THE CLASSES WITH JES ARE FULLY BOOKED.
PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU REGISTER BELOW YOU ARE JOINING THE CANCELLATION LIST. YOU WILL BE CONTACTED ONLY IF A SPACE BECOMES AVAILABLE.
We typically welcome a guest instructor once or twice a year! Please keep an eye out for future weaving opportunities with guest instructors!
