A Wooden Vessel Workshop
A Wooden Vessel Workshop
Join Richard Goldsworthy for a hands-on experience where craftsmanship meets creativity. In this workshop you’ll design and carve your own sculptural wooden vessel, a contemporary piece perfect for displaying dried flowers, cuttings or even incense.
Guided step-by-step, you’ll learn how to shape the wood into a smooth organic form that highlights the natural grain and character of the material. You will cover essential techniques including design, carving, refining curves, sanding for a flawless finish and how to finish the piece.
Whether you're a complete beginner or a more experienced maker. This workshop is designed to inspire confidence and creativity. You’ll leave not only with new woodworking skills but with a beautifully handcrafted piece that adds warmth and artistry to your home.
12.00 - 16.00
4 hour class with a lunch break.
Location - 76 Sussex Square W2 2SS
Richard Goldsworthy combines traditional skills with experimental processes to explore the values and narratives of contemporary craft and art. In recent years, it has moved toward a more craftsmanship approach, guided by refinement and functional design. He create sculptural and functional works that merge wood and pewter through an ongoing exploration of material transformation.
Sourcing green wood is integral to his approach, as its provenance and drying behaviour shape the final form. Through carving, sanding and burning, he emphasize bold contrasts that celebrate natural features and imperfections, allowing the material to find its own voice.
By pairing wood with cast metal, Richard explores the interaction between different elements, creating a balance between raw and refined surfaces. Each piece embodies individuality and tactility, resisting standardised design while transforming everyday materials into meaningful, usable works rooted in craftsmanship and creativity.
