An illustrated talk by Amy Webb of The Lost Giants
Discover the world of processional giants and their place within British folk traditions. Amy will share insights from her ongoing research into this centuries-old custom, exploring the many giants documented across British history, how they are made, and the cultural roles they have played over time.
Friday 9th January 10am – 12pm The Old Chapel, Godolphin Cross FREE — donations welcome
We’re proud to present these mini zines packed with tips and tricks for giant making, tall tales of Cornish giants, DIY activities, and posters. Written, illustrated, and published by Amy Webb and Ruth Webb of The Lost Giants, this self-published collection dives into the world of giant-making and celebrates where it all began for us in Lostwithiel, …
We were delighted to be invited on to The Forest School Podcast to talk all things Giants, Beasties, Environmental Activism, Folk Tradition, Community, Masks, Slugs and more… You can listen to the episodes below.
Day 2 of our giantmaking project with Leedstown School, as part of #ArtsLab. The students created so many beautiful creations to adorn our new giant Tregona:1. Hand woven fabric patches2. Block printed repeat patterns3. Celtic inspired jewellery4. A natural head crown5. A giant wig6. Batik style fabric paintings with beetroot ink And more… We are …
UPCOMING TALK: Giants of British Folk
An illustrated talk by Amy Webb of The Lost Giants
Discover the world of processional giants and their place within British folk traditions. Amy will share insights from her ongoing research into this centuries-old custom, exploring the many giants documented across British history, how they are made, and the cultural roles they have played over time.
Friday 9th January
10am – 12pm
The Old Chapel, Godolphin Cross
FREE — donations welcome
#historyclub #godolphin #giants #talk #britishfolk
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