Pencil brush (Ōtepoti)

Learn to make a small brush using locally sourced wood and fibres.

O Block Hub, Dunedin School of Art Otago Polytechnic

$55.00 per person

Saturday 25 October: 3pm-5pm

Experience the satisfaction of making a small, versatile brush in this 2-hour workshop. Using natural wood and locally sourced fibres, you’ll learn handwork techniques to create a practical tool. Begin by crafting fine tī kōuka cord with a European twining method, then move on to fibre preparation, hole drilling, and a lashing technique to assemble your brush. Working on something small in size requires care and focus, inviting you to slow down and connect with natural materials. These functional brushes are perfect for a variety of tasks, from oiling pans to children’s water painting.

Please note:

All materials and tools will be provided.
Please bring an intention or job for your brush and if time allows we can work to tweak the brush for the specific job.
This workshop is suitable for adults only.

Cancellation

Bookings are on-refundable. If for any reason (this includes illness, travel delays, and injuries) you need to cancel your workshop, you will receive a refund minus a $30 administration fee. This is provided you contact us at least 14 full days before your booking.

Please see our Cancellation Policy for more details.

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We are grateful to be able to offer this workshop because of support from Creative New Zealand.

Gemma Stratton

Based in Mohua Golden Bay, Gemma is a brush maker. She studied sculpture at the University of Canterbury’s School of Fine Arts where her practice focused on making tools and devices to assist her colleagues with their work. Gemma weaves her long-held dedication to resourcefulness into everything she does. She’s teaching brush and wreath making this year.