Stone Carving With Andrew Ziminski: the Pomegranate of Katharine of Aragon
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Join renowned stonemason, conservator and author Andrew Ziminski for a rare hands-on stone carving workshop at Peterborough Cathedral.
Join renowned stonemason, conservator and author Andrew Ziminski for a rare hands-on stone carving workshop at Peterborough Cathedral.
Under Andrew's expert guidance, participants will learn traditional carving techniques while creating their own version of the pomegranate, the personal emblem of Katharine of Aragon.This small-group experience offers a unique opportunity to work directly with one of Britain's leading heritage craftspeople.
All tools, materials and stone are provided, and participants will take home their finished carving at the end of the session.Andrew Ziminski has spent more than forty years working on some of Britain's most iconic historic buildings, including Salisbury Cathedral and St Paul's Cathedral.
A Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries and former SPAB William Morris Craft Fellow, he is widely recognised for his expertise in the conservation of historic churches and cathedrals.
He is also the acclaimed author of Church Going and The Stonemason: A History of Building Britain.Places are strictly limited to ensure a high-quality and personal learning experience.
This workshop will only proceed if a minimum of eight participants book.Duration: 2.5 hours approx
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