Paverpol Products and Workshops in New Zealand

Instructors & Training

The following is a list of Accredited Instructors who have trained out of our workshop in Nelson 

Please Note: Some are newly trained and not yet doing workshops..  If there is not an active instructor in your area contact Gwen Nicholson to discuss workshop opportunities.

For ease of location instructors are listed geographically below

 
Gwen Nicholson Brightwater,  NELSON 03 542 3392
Instructor and Trainer 0211 068 406
Paverpol Distributor Nationwide
gwen@beefree.co.nz
John Schulze  Brightwater, Nelson 03 542 3392
john@beefree.co.nz
Karen Carey Brightwater, Nelson 03 542 2141
sandkcarey@xtra.co.nz
Karon Smith  Nelson 03 547 0187
karon.smith@nmhs.govt.nz
Sheree Phyn Richmond, Nelson 544 4675
shezart@live.com
Kerrie Varcoe Upper Moutere, Nelson 0274 811 076
kerrievarcoe@gmail.com  (Not active)
Heather Larsen Burleigh, Blenheim
 (NOW MOVED TO BRISBANE)
Trish Silcock Reefton / West Coast 03 732 8255
sunnycoast@farmside.co.nz 
Glenis Miller Harwarden, Nth Canterbury 03 314 4322
glenray@xtra.co.nz
Kay Goldsworthy Rangiora, Canterbury 03 312 9055
mrsgoldie@gmx.com
Chris Threadwell Nth New Brighton, Christchurch 03 382 5152
flkart@hotmail.com
Sheryl Fitzgerald Christchurch
fitzs1010@xtra.co.nz (not active)
Sharon Kelly Ashburton 03 3084799
svkelly@xtra.co.nz
DoraDezines (Dorothy) Mosgiel 03 489 3039
No email available (not active)
Rosalie Copland Gore 03 208 9033
copland@woosh.co.nz    
Mary Smith Waikiwi, Invercargill 03 215 7634
wmsmith@xnet.co.nz  (not active)
NORTH ISLAND
Keri Holmes Kapiti  Wellington 021 559 363
holmek@kapiticollege.school.nz
Barbara Hedger Ohau, Levin 06 368 7234
whitewolfnz@hotmail.com
Bridget Hasler Dannevirke 06 374 7827
hasler@xtra.co.nz
Jacqui Perry Dannevirke 0212 555 565
stujacperry@xtra.co.nz
  
Marjo and Ad Brujn from the Garden of Holland  are very experienced  sculptors who runs workshops in a number of towns and cities in a wide range of amazing creations -  check them out at www.gardenofholland.co.nz    Contact Marjo or Ad  direct for details of their classes…..
 
For a list of further North Island instructors go to www.paverpolaustralia.com and click on the NZ page …..some of those listed may no longer be active
 
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New Zealand Training 

Accredited Instructor Training

This training  is perfect if you wish to become an instructor …It is geared to teaching you the techniques and tips to equipp you to go on and teach others the magic of Paverpol… ..Because I have an increasing demand for this training and spaces are limited,  if you have no intention of becoming an active instructor  it is better for you to attend other workshops where you can spend  alot more time creating your individual sculptures.
 
REGISTER NOW  to secure your spot in the next training session 
50% deposit  is required with registration .  If a registration is cancelled  I reserve the right to retain $100 if I can not fill the spot in the course…This covers my preparation time for each person

Sat 2 and Sun 3 Feb 2012  (bookings now open)

9.30am to 4pm    Plus Monday Playday at 10.00am  for those who can stay

(For the Playday you only pay for any materials used)

 
The training covers:
An introduction to Paverpol.
You will make 4 different types of sculptures
A sitting lady on a base,
A standing lady,
A nomad
A shelf sitter                
 
All materials are provided
 
The course includes:               
  • Figure structure
  • Figure wrapping
  • Figure draping and dressing
  • Head dressing
  • Finishing touches
  • Plus hints, tips and ideas
  • The sculptures are yours to keep
  • Products and Instructions are supplied
If you are flying to the course bear in mind you will need to take them as hand luggage so don’t bring alot of luggage
To receive an Accredited Workshop Instructors Certificate you will need to demonstrate a full understanding of:               
  • the use and application of Paverpol
  • the building of a sculpture
When you have your certificate you will be listed as an instructor on the Australia-NZ Paverpol web site and on this website.
 
DISCOUNTS   As an active instructor you will  receive a 20% discount on all Paverpol products.    This means  if you are buying to resell to people in your workshops you get 20% discount.  I offer 10% discount to those who have trained but are not active instructors running workshops.
Other discounts apply to retailers
 
 THE COST is $NZ450.00 
The course fee includes the your first years membership fee ($25)                
For more information Contact:               Gwen Nicholson
Email:             gwen@beefree.co.nz
Phone            03 542 3392 evenings         Mobile 0211 068 406      
 
Basic Accomodation  and meals are available nearby at the Brightwater Motor Inn Motels    http://www.brightwatermotels.co.nz/   
 
In addition to the hotel there is a Dairy, Four Square, Bar, Cafe and Bar and  two Takeaways/Fish and Chips all within 3 or 4 minutes walk of the workshop.  The Motels are approx 5-10 minutes walk.