Hello and welcome! I’d love you to join me for a positive and productive day in Dublin city centre. I’ve taught adult education courses at University College Dublin and for the Irish Decorative and Fine Arts Society so there’ll be structure and real learning outcomes for you. Come join me for a memorable experience and leave with new and exciting skills
— Erica

Learn Botanical Casting Today

I am excited to offer an indepth class on botanical casting. I am as ambitious for my students as I have always been for my craft. Come join me in Dublin City Centre for a positive and productive day. Hands-on, in-person and with only four students per class a quality learning experience is guaranteed.

What will you learn?

  • What clays you can use

  • Which plants you can use

  • The different types of plaster and how to mix them properly and safely

  • How to clean a cast

  • Different forms of framing

  • Gilding and painted decoration

What is provided?

  • Materials

  • Light refreshments

What will you leave with?

  • Lots of new and exciting knowledge

  • A beautiful hand-made botanical cast

  • A suppliers list

  • Detailed notes

What should you bring?

  • Work clothes

  • Sturdy flat shoes

  • A good packed lunch

  • A small bunch of your favourite plants if you wish

We will chat about the different styles and themes in botanical casting so that you can discover your own unique look.

Please note this class is for adults only and the teaching space is accessed via a short set of outdoor steps.

To book a course, choose which date suits you in the calendar below . The cost is €240 for over 5 hours intensive learning.

Location: The Psychic Eye, 22 South William Street, Dublin,

Eircode D02 H394