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One Time Rye Straw Marquetry Workshop - Level 2
What Is Rye Straw Marquetry?
Rye straw marquetry is a decorative technique that involves using carefully cut and arranged pieces of colored rye straw to create intricate designs and patterns. It was born in Europe, and especially France, during the 17th century when clergymen, sailors and prisoners, used straw to decorate boxes, furniture, murals, etc. Put aside for many years, straw marquetry came back into fashion during the Art Deco period, when the most prestigious decorators such as Jean-Michel Frank and André Groult returned this art to its former glory. It is highly valued for its intricate beauty and ability to transform ordinary objects into extraordinary works of art, like this Art Deco piece I built.
What Will I Do During the Workshop?
Objective of the Workshop
Building on the skills learned in Level 1, this workshop introduces a more advanced method of rye straw marquetry used to create precise and intricate geometric patterns.
You will learn how to:
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Create an “aplat” by gluing prepared rye straw side by side onto a paper backing to form a continuous sheet.
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Cut the prepared straw sheets accurately and reassemble the pieces to create more complex geometric designs, such as chevron patterns.
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Work with the direction of the straw to play with light, contrast and movement within your design.
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Transfer and assemble your finished pattern onto the final substrate.
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Apply these techniques to a small decorative or functional object of your choice.
As with Level 1, the workshop is also about enjoying the process: slowing down, working with your hands and exploring the almost endless possibilities offered by this beautiful natural material.
What You Go Home With
You will choose from a selection of objects to decorate during the workshop, such as a pendant, earrings, bookmark or small box.
You will leave with your finished piece and, more importantly, with a new technique that will allow you to move beyond simple patterns and begin creating more intricate rye straw marquetry designs of your own.
If Level 1 left you wanting more, Level 2 may have you completely hooked.
Who is this for?
This workshop is open to anyone above the age of 14 who has already completed the Level 1 Rye Straw Marquetry Workshop.
Location, Duration & Cost
Location:
The workshop takes place in Affula ilit, Center North of Israel, not too far from the kineret and even closer to Golda Meir's Kibbutz (Merhavia). Simply enter "Pinkas Zvi 36, Afula Ilit" into Waze for directions.
Duration:
Each workshop lasts 3 to 4 hours depending on the pace of participants.
Cost:
Workshop at L'Atelier's Afula Studio
You can schedule workshops for up to 6 participants (from 14 years old and up).
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1-2 participants: 750 NIS
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3 participants: 900 NIS
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4 participants: 1,120 NIS
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For groups larger than 4: add 250 NIS per additional participant (up to a maximum of 6).
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Soldiers: Reduced rate, payment can be made through the עמית voucher app.This reduced rate also applies to any person accompanying you (and payment for them can be made with AMIT vouchers as well)
Workshop in the Comfort of your Home
Workshops can also be hosted at a participant’s home (minimum of 3 people).
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No additional cost for: Haifa, Tivon, Zichron Ya’akov, Binyamina, Yokneam, Ramat Yishai
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+400 NIS for: Pardes Hanna, Hadera, Netanya
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+600 NIS for: Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
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For other locations please send an inquiry.
Booking a Workshop or Purchasing & Gift Voucher
The workshop can be booked for yourself, or as a private group
It can also be offered as a gift voucher for a minimum of 2 people (750 nis).
Click here to purchase it as a gift :
Registration & Contact
Scheduling a date for the workshop must be coordinated at least 48 hours in advance.
For information and booking a workshop send a message to:
058-687-2723
Or register through the form bellow:
As a small business, cancellations have a significant impact:
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More than 48 hours, cancelation at no fee
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15 – 48 hours before the workshop: Cancellation fee of 100 ILS.
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00–14 hours before the workshop: 50% of the workshop fee will be requested.
What Past Participants Have to Say
Yael
Judith is a wonderful teacher! I had the privilege of learning from her this morning the art of Straw Marquetry. Judith patiently taught us the history, tools and materials of this rare artisian craft. I felt that this was a special experience and I look forward to learning more.
Igor
Judith is an artist with endless enthusiasm and amounts of knowledge, conveying her very special knowledge with simplicity and humility. I had a lot of fun and would recommend it to anyone.
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