Everything you need to know for your one-day workshop led by pargeting expert Bill Sargent.
Programme
This programme is subject to minor changes.
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9am |
Registration |
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9.15am |
Welcome |
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9.20am |
An Introduction to pargeting - presentation and case studies |
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9.50am |
Health and Safety briefing |
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10am |
Introduction to pargeting materials, tools and preparation |
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10.30am |
Refreshment break |
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10.45am |
Pattern-making demonstration and hands-on practical session |
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12.15pm |
Lunch |
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12.55pm |
Freehand demonstration |
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1.40pm |
Individual design drawing and preparation |
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2.10pm |
Freehand practical session |
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3.15pm |
Refreshment break |
| 3.30pm |
Freehand practical session continued |
| 4.30pm |
Next steps guidance – tending the plaster; painting the plaster |
| 4.45pm |
Clear up |
| 5pm |
End of course |
You will need
- Please wear warm, comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting dirty or damaged. We recommend you bring overalls or coveralls to wear if you can.
- You will need to wear sturdy (flat and closed) footwear.
- We will provide all necessary protective equipment, but if you would prefer to wear your own gloves and goggles, please bring them.
- All tools and materials will be provided. You are welcome to bring any pargeting design ideas or inspiration with you.
Accessibility
This is a practical course held in a workshop environment, which can be dusty, cold and noisy. There are some uneven surfaces, such as cobbles, due to the historic nature of the building.
Please bear in mind that the workshop demonstrations and activities will require standing.
Accessible parking spaces are marked in the car park. Accessible toilets are available.
Anything we can do to make this event more accessible for you? Please email education@spab.org.uk.
Tutors
Bill Sargent, pargeter and traditional plasterer
One of the most highly regarded pargeters in the UK, Bill continues the tradition of conservation plasterwork and pargeting begun by his grandfather almost 100 years ago. See his Instagram >
Andrew Fawcett, artist and craftsman
Andrew worked as an art lecturer, taught watercolour painting in Florence and has exhibited his work at galleries. Andrew has worked with Bill for several decades, using his artistic skills to create pargeting pieces as well as sgraffito and fresco designs.
Sean Wheatley, traditional plasterer
Sean has four decades' experience as a plasterer specialising in traditional methods, materials and decorative plasterwork. He is a SPAB Guardian on our Education and Training Committee and is a Master Plasterer of the Worshipful Company of Plaisterers.
Michal Wolf, plasterer and conservator in lime
Michal is a Master Plasterer of the Worshipful Company of Plaisterers and a founder of All Things Lime. He is passionate about traditional methods of working and keeping the craft of lime plastering alive.
Photography
We may take photos or videos at this event to be used in future promotion, including in print and online.