Workshop Details

Discover the joys of gel plate printing with local artist Caroline Houchell and learn to create a one of a kind concertina book filled with nature inspired prints . Book Now! Date: Thursday 13th March Times: 10am-3pm Cost: £120 Venue: Stonegate Farm, 12 Egmere Road, Walsingham. NR22 6BS In this fabulous workshop, you will learn how to produce expressive, creative, unique prints. Gel printing is a spontaneous, fun and experimental way of printing in which you can embrace the serendipity of what you create. You will learn to print using a large 10x8 soft mineral based reusable printing plate. The gel plate has a sensitive surface which accentuates both texture and details. During this workshop you will: Be introduced to the gel plate and monotype/monoprinting Learn about the equipment used and applying the paint Explore different methods of using leaves plants and organic matter Use found objects and stencils to add texture Print directly into a concertina book Make your own unique printed covers to compliment your book All materials for this workshop will be provided: all you need to bring is an apron. Please also do not wear anything new or best! You do not have to to but if you would like to then please bring plant material, leaves, feathers, anything textured but not sharp This workshop is suitable for beginners and the more creative wanting to learn a new printing process