This workshop is about looking at nature, especially trees and translating their forms and textures, into a stunning woven piece. Riikka will guide you through a variety of weaving techniques to bring the atmosphere of trees and nature to life. (Suitable for all abilities).
Workshop Tutor: Riikka Katajamaki
I am a Textile Artist and a Hand weaver with nearly 20 years of experience in weaving and running workshops. I live and work in Mid Wales. I enjoy walking and birdwatching and I am a keen photographer, taking numerous pictures of nature and using these as inspiration source for my work.
Outdoor Learning Programme 2025/26
Our Outdoor Learning Programme is packed with events that aim to engage you with the natural world, teach new or enhance existing skills and boost your mental health and wellbeing. Time spent outdoors is a wonderful thing that we want to encourage everyone to experience, appreciate and reap the benefits from. These walks, talks and workshops from local tutors, artists and experts, offer a chance to experience nature and the Gorge in a new way – we hope that you enjoy them!
Severn Gorge Countryside Trust
This workshop is being hosted by the Severn Gorge Countryside Trust, a local charity.
The Trust’s aim is to promote, protect and conserve the living landscape of the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, which has a diverse range of habitats, including wildflower meadows, woodlands and heathlands. But that’s not all! We maintain over 20 kilometres of footpaths, conserve and protect 60 historic structures, run exciting Outdoor Learning and Volunteering Programmes to encourage local people and visitors to engage with the natural environment in a variety of ways.
All proceeds from this workshop will support the work of the Severn Gorge Countryside Trust.
www.severngorge.org.uk
