Heather Sweet-Moon
Mixed Media Artist
About
I am a ceramic artist creating mainly quirky female figurative sculptures.
Mainly working with white groged earthenware or porcelain paper clay, I hand build characterful animals and quirky female figures. All of myost of my pieces are hand built, made using coiling or slabbing techniques and after firing are normally finished with Amaco velvet underglazes or Mayco glazes.
I greatly admire the work of modern clay artists Johnson Tsang, Beth Carver and painter Georgy Kurasov. I search my imagination for insperation rather than focusing on realism preferring to sculpt in a fantasy style often with steampunk/gothic twist. I am self taught, my passion for painting and sculpture began as a young child and is still my main obsession in life, a means of expression, my therapy, my greatest satisfaction.
I am also a tutor having over 30 years experience and a City and Guilds teaching certificate. I have worked in several schools, colleges, clubs, and taught private groups in my Midlands studio.
I strongly believe that any form of art is a wonderful therapy/stress reliever and I love helping others discover the joy and benefits of 'playing in the mud'
Luminaries
Unique handmade candle covers made from fine white earthenware clay or porcelain that has a translucent, atmospheric glow when lit. These piercings produce magical patterns of light which project onto walls or ceilings, depending on where the lamps are placed!
Suitable for use with wax/perfumed or battery powered candles or fairy lights.
For weddings, room decor, Christmas, any occassion gift, dining table etc. Each is individually handmade by myself and make a pretty gift candle/pen/paper clips/jewellery holder.
2" tall x 2" diameter - £12
4" tall x 2" diameter - £15 FREE p&p
Various unique designs. Contact me for pictures of different design and size options or visit my studio in Worcester.
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Socially Distanced
Clay Handbuilding Classes
Relaxed and friendly, small group classes held in my Worcestershire studio for complete beginners
or those with a little experience
Beginners clay hand building classes:
Mondays 6-8pm @ £20
Wednesdays 12-2pm @ £20
One to one tuition is booked on a day/time to suit you whenever possible, day, evening or weekend.
Cost £25 an hour, min 2hrs class.
Clay, tools, glaze, firing, drinks are provided within the fee. There will be a small extra charge if you make a very large item.
Hand gel is available on arrival.
Seats in the studio are spaced allowing only three students per class at 2 meters apart
Window and door to outside will be open, weather permitting.
I only teach hand building therefore students are able to remain in their seats socially distanced.
I will be wearing a mask whilst teaching.
You are provided with disposable aprons and your own set of tools to use at class.
If you have questions or want to book a class please contact me …... art@heathersweetmoon.com
Socially distanced classes 2020
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Half day Workshops:
4 hours £45 - £55
Beginners clay hand building classes:
Mondays 6-8pm @ £20
Wednesdays 12-2pm @ £20
One to one tuition is:
booked on a day/time to suit you whenever possible, day, evening or weekend.
£25 an hour, min 2hrs class.
Clay, glazes, drinks, disposable apron and kiln firings are included within this price
Green man. Hanging plaque
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This workshop is held in my St Peters, Worcester studio Classes are small. max 3 to allow social distancing and plenty of individual attention when you need it. Using white earthenware clay I will demonstrate how: to build/sculpt a face shape using the slab method, then model autumn, winter or summer fruit, flowers, berries etc . Then cut leaf shapes adding their viens by embossing the clay. We will cut holes so these can be hung
Your creation will be left with me to be air dried then fired (1-2 weeks) I will then contact you so you can collect your creations to take home and paint or book a glaze session of 1-2 hours costing £10
To book your place please email: art@heathersweetmoon.com
A non-refundable deposit of £20 is required to secure your booking
Moon gazing hare
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4 hour workshop
The 9" hare makes a lovely home decoration or gift. Drinks and cake/buscuits included.
Using earthenware clay I will demonstrate how: to build a body shape using the slab method, model and assemble limbs, shape and attach the head then texture the hare's body to give a fur affect. We will also add a different texture to the inside of his ears.
You need to leave your creation at my studio where after 10 days air drying I will kiln fire it for you contact you so you can collect your creations to take home and paint or book a glaze session of 1-2 hours costing £10 It will then be fired for a second time. I will contact you when it is ready for collection.
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A non-refundable deposit of £20 is required to secure your booking
Dragon
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5 hour workshop
This workshop is held in my St Peters, Worcester studio Classes are small max 3 to allow plenty of individual attention when you need it. The 8" dragon makes a lovely home decoration or gift. Using white earthenware clay I will demonstrate how: to build a body shape using the slab method, model and assemble limbs, shape and attach the head, add wings then add the scales/texture to the dragons body to give a fabulous detailed affect.
You are welcome to also bring a packed lunch if required. Your dragon will be kept in the studio to be air dried then fired (1-2 weeks) I will then contact you so you can collect your creations to take home and paint or book a glaze session of 1-2 hours costing £10 To book your place please email:
A non-refundable deposit of £20 is required to secure your booking
Wednesday afternoon beginners classes
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2 hour class
Free choice with some demo's and new techniques thrown in! Small classes so you make what you want to with my guidence when needed. Relaxed, fun and great therapy after a stressfull day if that's what you need.
Please send non-refundable deposit at least a week beforehand of £10 To check availability and book your place please email: art@heathersweetmoon.com
Contact Form
Please fill out the following form and I will respond as soon as possible.
Or if you'd like to talk to a human feel free to call me: 07754442274
Studio visits by appointment only
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