Annette Smyth

Hello,
My name is Annette Smyth and I am based in Leamington Spa. I began my creative journey as a child learning knitting from my Mum and embroidery skills from my Dad.  I studied embroidery further whilst at school. After school I learnt various other crafting techniques such as card making, sugar crafting, crochet and decorative painting.  I have always loved creating things especially items that could be used.

In February 2014, I was introduced to fabric sculpting via an Australian painting magazine that a friend bought for me whilst on holiday.  This is where my passion for sculpting, in all forms, began. I went on to take courses in Powertex sculpting, wire sculpting and am learning ceramics with various tutors. To read more about my Powertex journey click here.

I am currently exploring the combination of ceramic base sculpts with fabric additions.

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Information

Calendar

Calendar

Upcoming events

Exhibitions

Exhibitions

Places to see art and crafts

How To

How To

Hints and tips

Academy

Academy

Powertex Training Academy

Galleries

I am currently updating my galleries. In the mean time click the image below to see a selection of my work.

Gallery

Featured Workshops

Why not join me for a fun session creating your own unique piece of art? Click on any workshop image for further details about all of my workshops. Checkout my Calendar for scheduled dates or contact me to set a date.
Introduction to Fabric Sculpting

Introduction to Fabric Sculpting

3 hours - £30

Start your adventures with this introductory workshop

Introduction to Sculpting with Stone Art Clay

Introduction to Sculpting with Stone Art Clay

3 hours - £35

This introductory session will show you how to create a basic armature and cover with Stone Art clay (or fabric if you prefer).

Penguins

Penguins

2 hours - £25

Come along and start your own waddle by making 2 penguins in this fun workshop.

We will start by building a base armature and then use Stone Art clay to cover the penguin before using varnish and pigments to bring him to life.
Feedback from previous workshop attendees.
Stone Art Workshop

Stone Art Workshop

"We had the most enjoyable time creating our hares. It was a completely new experience for us which we knew nothing about and You were the perfect tutor allowing us time to take in all your step by step instructions. In addition to that the coffee and cake were an added bonus and made the day and whole experience one we will never forget. We will be back as our magnificent hares have left us wanting more."

Fabric Sculpture

Fabric Sculpture

"Annette is a beautiful tutor, full of knowledge and patience. She explains every little detail and you come away with a project to be proud of!"

Sculpting with Stone Art

Sculpting with Stone Art

"I attended a 1 to 1 course with Annette recently and I had a wonderful, productive day. Because it was only the two of us, I was able to indulge my creativity and Annette was game for it and encouraged me to take my idea to the limit. She instinctively knew what my vision was and could suggest suitable materials and techniques that would bring out the best. I completed my sculptured figure of the Doge by the end of the day and I am ecstatic about him. I am keen to use this technique again. Annette has undoubtedly fired me up with new ideas."

Projects and Inspiration

Here are some project ideas. Click here for more inspiration.

Fabulous Frames

Hello there, Did you catch Tracey Evans on Hochanda on 27th September? if not click here to go to the Hochanda site and watch the shows on rewind at 11am and 3pm. If you did Read more…

Scared Crow Scarecrow!

Designer – Annette Smyth Hello, welcome to my latest article. This month the design team were invited to use a step by step article from another design team member as a source of inspiration. I Read more…

Get in Touch

If you have any questions or fancy a chat get in touch you can email me annette@annettesmyth.co.uk, or see below for other ways of contacting me.

Find us at:

Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV32 6BZ

Give me a ring

Annette Smyth 
07894 946826
01926 312877

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