3 Day Limestone Carving Workshop with Paul Hopmeier
Time: 9:00pm - 3:00am
Date: 10th October 2025 - 13th October 2025
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Over three days, learn the skills needed to carve your own unique sculpture in limestone. Guest teacher Paul Hopmeier is an established sculptor and artist and brings his wealth of knowledge to this popular workshop. Enjoy carving in a group atmosphere, beginners to advanced welcome. Fees include stone.
This workshop is now fully booked. Please email admin@tbsss.org.au, if you would like to be added to the waitlist.
What you will Learn
Students 18 years and older are eligible to enrol. We cannot accept enrolments for anyone under the age of 18.
Once a student is enrolled, refunds will not be given under any circumstances. Enrolment Conditions specified in our info pack.
Additional single casual workshop class: $75 per session for current students. Please call the Studio to book.
What you will create
Frames tangible results, especially important for creative disciplines:
- One or more finished sculptures to take home
- Skills to start or advance your personal sculpting practice
- Confidence working independently in various sculptural media
- Practical knowledge of studio processes
Meet Your Teacher – Wendy Black
Wendy Black is a Sydney-based sculptor with over 20 years of professional experience working in clay, plaster, and mixed media. Known for her approachable teaching style and deep technical knowledge, Wendy brings both patience and precision to every class.
Her own work focuses on figurative and abstract forms, exhibited in galleries across New South Wales. As a teacher, Wendy is passionate about helping students — from complete beginners to experienced artists — discover their creative voice through sculpture.
Wendy offers guidance tailored to each student’s skill level, whether you’re learning clay modelling for the first time or refining a personal project. Her calm, encouraging presence makes the studio a welcoming space for all.
Important Information
Fees
Fees include GST as well as all basic materials (except stone) and model fees. Classes are small – minimum 6 students, maximum 12. We reserve the right to cancel a class if student enrolments are below 6.
Missed classes must be made up within the term. A cancellation fee will apply for cancelled classes.
Once a student is enrolled, refunds will not be given under any circumstances. Enrolment Conditions specified in our info pack.
Additional single casual workshop class: $75 per session for current students. Please call the Studio to book.
Age Restrictions
Students 18 years and older are eligible to enrol. We cannot accept enrolments for anyone under the age of 18.
Once a student is enrolled, refunds will not be given under any circumstances. Enrolment Conditions specified in our info pack.
Additional single casual workshop class: $75 per session for current students. Please call the Studio to book.
Discounts
*Early Bird rates are available until three weeks before the start of each term.
A further 10% discount is available for local residents on low income.
There is a 50% youth discount for students 25 years or younger with an keen interest in artistic practice. Click here for more info.
^A payment plan is available for the Life Study Course, please call the Studio for more information.
Cancellations & Refunds
Students 18 years and older are eligible to enrol. We cannot accept enrolments for anyone under the age of 18.
Once a student is enrolled, refunds will not be given under any circumstances. Enrolment Conditions specified in our info pack.
Additional single casual workshop class: $75 per session for current students. Please call the Studio to book.