I am a leading specialist at the Laboratory of Experimental Archaeology at the Institute of Archaeology and Ethnography of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Armenia, Research fellow at New York University in Abu Dhabi (UAE) and director of the Karmir-Blur branch of the Erebuni M
Kernavė archaeological site, inscribed into UNESCO World Heritage List in 2004, is an open-air exhibition created by nature and man over many centuries.
Participants will be shown the processes involved in producing hand-dipped tapered candles with 100% cotton wicks. These will be 16-19 cm long. They will take away a pair of pure beeswax candles hand-dipped in the medieval manner. They will be also advised on where to get the materials.
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This two-day workshop is aimed at those who have done the one-day basket weaving course or who want to take on a more ambitious project.Plan your own project and make a basket with a handle/handles (eg: a shopping or small log basket). The class will also cover the growing, harvesting, storing and preparation of the willows for working.
€150 per participant
Axe Club are running a unique and engaging course on the fast-growing sport of axe throwing with an Introduction to Axe Throwing Course. On this half-day course, learn the basics of this exciting and skilful sport.
This course will be repeated on 25th May, 22nd June, 20th July and 1st September 2019.
€40 per participant
Over the course of two days, participants will make their arrow shafts, heads and fletchings all made from techniques spanning from the stone-age and up, including the use of primitive glues. How to make a quiver, arm guard and finger tab will also be demonstrated during the course.
All material and hand-tools included.
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Relax and spend a day in the mindful experience of learning the traditional skills of Bodgers (skilled woodworkers who used green timber) under the guidance of master craftsman Tommy Kelly from Bevel Furniture / Bevel Woodworking School
During this two-day workshop, learn the basic techniques of carving in either the round or in relief. You will carve and take home your own unique sculpture.
Note: please bring a heavy jacket and strong work boots.
€150 per participant
This course will be repeated on 24th and 25th July 2019.
Guy will inspire you to make a one-piece knife based on models used by our ancestors.
You must have completed the Introduction to Blacksmithing Course first to book this course.
Tools Required: Steel toe cap safety boots or strong equivalent
Course suitable for age 16+years
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Stichting Erfgoedpark Batavialand
att. EXARC
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8200 AC Lelystad
the Netherlands
Phone: +(31) 6 40263273
Website: EXARC.net
Email: info@exarc.net
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