‘Green Screen’ Drop-In Day
Leicestershire-based international willow artist Tom Hare is building a major new piece of work at Phoenix – and he wants local adults and children to help him design it.
As part of the Green Screen Project, we’re holding a free drop-in session at Phoenix for families on Saturday 27 August between 11am and 4pm.
No need to book – just come along on the day.
Tom, who has exhibited all over the world, will be there to share his willow weaving skills.
He’s looking for creative ideas for the screen which will eventually stand up to nine feet tall and provide a striking border for the Phoenix Café Bar’s outdoor seating area.
Gardening experts will also be on hand on the day to talk about native species planting and community gardens.
Once the design has been finalised, members of the public will be invited to help Tom weave the screen on site later this summer.
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About Tom Hare
Tom Hare is a British based artist who uses green wood, specifically willow, to create commissioned sculptures reflecting the natural world. He has done commissions for the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage in Stratford Upon Avon and the Royal Horticultural Society’s Wisley Gardens. He also does workshops in Schools and at Festivals. www.tomhare.net
About the project
The Green Screen project has been awarded funding from Grow Wild, a £10.5m programme supported by the Big Lottery Fund and led by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, to inspire people to sow, grow and support UK native wild flowers and plants. The project is taking place as part of Leicester’s wider City Festival.
