2-day Weatherproof Puppet Lantern Making Course

2-day Weatherproof Puppet Lantern Making Course with Gretchen Maynard-Hahn

For ages 18+ / adults

Design and build your own illuminated puppet lantern over two practical, hands-on days. Participants will sculpt a character head in clay before forming it in durable thermoplastic. Bodies will be constructed from ripstop fabric, with exploration of surface treatments to create rich textures and striking finishes. A simple wood and bamboo frame mechanism will give structure and movement, and battery-powered lights will bring each creation to life. The workshop focuses on accessible construction techniques suitable for outdoor use, and may culminate in a small celebratory parade where participants animate their glowing puppets together.

About Gretchen Maynard-Hahn

Gretchen Maynard-Hahn is an artist, theatre designer and puppet-maker working across performance, film and installation. Her practice combines traditional craft with experimental materials, blending puppetry, sculpture and analogue effects to create visually striking, atmospheric work. She has worked with organisations…