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 | |
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| Bridget Hasler | Dannevirke | 06 374 7827 | |
| hasler@xtra.co.nz | |||
| Jacqui Perry | Dannevirke | 0212 555 565 | |
| stujacperry@xtra.co.nz |
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 personSat 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
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.