Paul Finch - Heritage Experts | Heritage in Schools

Paul Finch

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Ábha(i)r:
Eolaíocht, Stair, Arts (including Visual Art and Drama, Film and Theatre Studies)
Na contaetha a bhfreastalaíonn siad ar:
An Clár, Cill Chainnigh, Laois, Luimneach, Uíbh Fhailí, Tiobraid Árann
Ranganna a bhfreastalaíonn siad ar:
Gach rang, All Year Groups (Post-Primary

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Paul is a mixed-media artist who specializes in honoring traditional craft techniques through sculpture. Bringing over 40 years of practical expertise to the classroom, Paul immerses students in the hands-on exploration of heritage arts and crafts. Through these interactive workshops, students gain a deep appreciation for the skill, artistry, and aesthetic value of built heritage disciplines.

Post-primary school visits

Discover the ancient tradition of green woodworking while learning to shape and construct with natural materials like willow and hazel. Students will gain hands-on experience in traditional weaving techniques to create their own unique crafted item. Individual pieces can also be combined into a collaborative group project.

Explore the rich history and applied art of the coppersmith while working with sustainable, recycled copper. Students will learn core metalworking skills to fabricate and texture their own bespoke copper piece. Individual creations can also be combined into a collaborative group project.

Discover the history, design, and artisan technique behind traditional stained glass. Students will learn to safely handle, cut, and shape glass before assembling their own vibrant stained glass piece. Individual projects can also be combined into a collaborative group installation.

Teistiméireachtaí

  • "All pupils and teachers thoroughly enjoyed their session with Paul and felt they had learned a lot."
  • "Excellent lesson with great resources!"
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  • "A very enjoyable workshop. Thank you!"
  • "Paul was excellent from start to finish. The communication prior to the visit was brilliant and all teachers reported loving the experience and learning as well as the children. The children loved having something concrete to walk away with after the workshop and were very proud of their creations." - St Brigid’s Primary School, Kildare
  • "All the children enjoyed making the decorations and the activities were at an appropriate level for the children." - Holy Family Junior School, Clare
  • "Excellent Specialist .Hope to have him back! Thank you." - St Thomas SNS, Dublin
  • "Paul delivered an absolutely wonderful workshop in our school. His enthusiasm for his craft was evident throughout and it created an enthusiasm and interest among all the children. Every child had the opportunity to work with willow, they learned about the tree, it's uses and many other interesting facts and techniques such as weaving. The children thoroughly enjoyed the workshop. We would highly recommend Paul." - Anon.
  • "We had a fabulous day with Paul and his willow. Such a tremendous experience for all, including staff." - Killea NS, Tipperary

Tuilleadh Eolais

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  • Cuireann sé/sí gníomhaíochtaí praiticiúla/ teagmhálach ar siúil

Teagmháil

Fón póca:
085 175 7344
Seoladh ríomhphoist:
paulspikey@gmail.com
Seoladh an tsuímh ghréasáin:
www.PaulDFinch.com