INTRO - Copper Repoussé Workshop, as you have never seen before!

Repoussé is a method used to decorate metals by way of hammers and punches. You will work both sides of the metal to create a low relief of your chosen design. The process is therapeutic and offers the possibility of fantastic results.The name repoussé is derived from the French pousser, “to push forward.” This is an ancient technique, which has been used extensively throughout the history of metalworking.

This workshop is tailored for five people and will last approximately five hours. All materials and tools will be provided, the only thing you will need to bring is a design and your own refreshments should you wish (Tea & Coffee provided). No experience is necessary, but this is a productive workshop suited to grown-ups as it requires concentration and a lot of hammering!

The design – Use a simple line drawing which you can bring along (print it or have it saved on your phone). Check out the images from previous workshops. This will give you an idea of what is possible. We also have designs you can choose from if you can’t think of anything. We will learn about the processes of heating/annealing, lining, blocking out, refining on a pitch bowl and finishing. The end results are 100mmx100mm square copper sheets transformed into your own personal works of art.

You will spend the day with award winning blacksmith, Jack Waygood CF AWCB. He started smithing at 18 and has had a very diverse range of experience within the craft. Predominantly his passions lie in contemporary architectural forgework, visual art and sculpture but he is also well-versed in jewellery making, tool making and working as a blacksmith for the television and film industry (productions such as Poldark, Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power and Gladiator 2). He has also taught blacksmithing at degree level and gets a real joy from sharing his knowledge.

"I thoroughly enjoyed myself and was really excited by the results, I can’t wait to try and make some jewellery in silver using the techniques. Jack is always very patient and his teaching style is very friendly and easy to follow, Thanks for another brilliant day Tippy Tappy!"

- Orly O Hare