Paint and Pour With Frances Ross

Join Frances Ross to create a cast plaster relief panel, inspired by textures and forms of The Art of Adornment exhibition. We will create textured and modelled surfaces using wet clay, hands and tools. The surfaces will be used to create plaster panels, which can be taken away at the end of the session. Plaster is central to Frances' practice, used to make maquettes for sculpture and moulds for casting her porcelain work. It is a very versatile art material, and this workshop will give participants hands-on time to use wet clay to create a unique plaster relief panel.Frances Ross creates sculpture and works at the intersection of art and function. Her practice builds on twenty years spent in industry, working in the fields of construction and engineering materials and solutions. Material experimentation is central to Ross' work, which explores process to capture rhythm, repetition, movement and gesture, and treats materials as an active participant in the making process.About Paint and Pour:
Paint and Pour is a monthly bookable artist-led session for adults at Kirkcudbright Galleries, which runs on a Wednesday evening throughout the winter.These 2-hour sessions (6.30-8.30pm) are aimed at all abilities, inspired by our exhibitions programme. Each session is led by a different artist, to explore different approaches in an informal setting. Whether you are a confident creative, or are interested in trying something new, these classes are for you!Tea and coffee will be available, and you are welcome to bring your own refreshments (wine glasses provided!).
All materials will be provided. Booking essential.