Gelli Plate Printmaking - An Introduction & Creating Collage Wreaths and Robins
Haddenham Arts Centre, Near Ely, Cambridgeshire.
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A maximum of 8 participants to allow for plenty of individual guidance.
In this creative workshop you will learn the basics of printing simple monotypes (individual unique prints) using a gelli plate, brayer/roller and acrylic paints.
It is an ideal opportunity for beginners to learn this wonderful printing method, but is also suitable for those who want to extend their skills and confidence. No drawing skills are necessary for this process or workshop. Just your imagination!
You will be using this simple printmaking process to learn a number of different techniques to create colourful leaves berries and stars. Looking at leaf patterns, shapes and textures, you will then select, cut and collage.
There will be an option to create one of more finished pieces. A larger collage wreath , a hanging festive hoop or seasonal decorations. You will leave with plenty of prints to carry on collaging at home!
• 09.50 Welcome - Coffee/Tea and Biscuits
• 10.00 Start
• 13.00 Lunch Break of approx 30 -40 mins.
• 15.45 Finish
We will start with a basic introduction to tools and techniques and a demonstration to give you an overview of the potential creative fun and flexibility of this wonderful method of mono printing. I will have plenty of examples on hand for reference and inspiration.
We will discuss colour combinations and colour confidence and I will guide you on how to mix paint colours, before you begin printmaking to create different shapes, patterns and textures using a number of different techniques.
Once you have built your collection of printed papers, you will then cut out the leaves and other elements with scissors or scalpel, before arranging them, glueing and cutting to form your finished piece.
The gelli plate lends itself to creative play and experimentation and it is this relaxed and spontaneous approach that often leads to the happiest and most unexpected results. You will discover the prints themselves often ’tell you’ how they want to be used!
We will also discuss options for mounting and framing your work. Behind glass, on wood panels and on an embroidery hoop.
WORKSHOP - Gelli Plate Printing & Collage Workshop, 'Festive Wreaths & Robins.''
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The workshop itself will take place in a spacious light filled room at Haddenham Arts Centre just outside Ely in Cambridgeshire. There is also a lovely gallery selling handmade work by local artists and a small gift shop. An on site cafe will be open where you are able to purchase light lunches, drinks and homemade cakes and workshop participants receive a 10% discount on the day of the workshop. There is outside garden seating and you are welcome to bring a packed lunch.
Haddenham Arts Centre 20 High Street Haddenham Cambridgeshire CB6 3XA