Cyanotype Printmaking Workshop - SOLD OUT
In this hands-on workshop, participants will discover the creative possibilities of cyanotype printmaking.
Through experimentation with a variety of base materials, found objects, and personal imagery, you'll learn how to create unique and expressive prints.
Some prepared papers and cloth will be provided to begin the process and there will also be time to prepare your own. The workshop is a busy one where you will be working both inside and outside to complete your work. Lots of sharing and discussion will also be part of the experience.
The workshop is suitable to beginners as well as those with some experience in art making processes.
When: Saturday 23 August | 10am – 2pm
Where: Gatakers Print Studio, 311 Kent Street Maryborough Qld
Cost: $65; Registration required.
What to bring:
- Any images you'd like to use. If you're using photographs or magazine images, you'll need to create a negative and print it onto overhead transparency (OHT) sheets. Make two copies of each image to layer for better light blocking. You can also draw directly on OHT sheets using black ink or chinagraph pencils.
- Other materials like botanicals, feathers, threads, or lace work well—finer, more translucent items will reveal inner detail and variations in blue. Avoid bulky or dense items, as they won’t produce clear prints.
- Lightweight papers and fabrics such as muslin, cheesecloth, tissue, or rice paper are great options. A selection of materials will also be available at the workshop.
- BYO Lunch
- Covered shoes are a must
About the Facilitator
Jennifer Gilshenan has been involved in printmaking, textiles and other art-making processes for most of her life. She has been a Home Economics, Visual and Creative Arts teacher for over forty years and continues to work in local schools on a casual basis. She is most interested in pattern and colour and has produced a range of screen-printed tea towels, as well as other textile items. Her most recent interest has been in printmaking, especially etching and lino block. Jennifer enjoys sharing her interests and experience with others and seeing students discovering new and creative ways of expression.
Workshop Cancellation Policy
- Gatakers Artspace cannot accept responsibility for any changes in personal circumstances. Missed workshops or change of mind are at your own expense.
- If a participant chooses to cancel their confirmed registration, or cannot or does not attend the workshop, the following will apply:
- The registered participant may invite another person to substitute their place in the workshop (in which they are registered) at any time at no charge;
- If notice is received 2 or less days from the scheduled starting date, a refund will not be offered.
- If a workshop is cancelled by Gatakers Artspace a full refund or a reschedule will be provided. Gatakers Artspace will endeavour to advise participants of cancellation at least 48 hours prior to workshop.