Gelli plate printing with pastels
Join Hattie for a relaxed and inspiring workshop where you will explore a range of playful and expressive printing techniques using a Gelli plate, using both soft and oil pastels.
It’s a wonderful opportunity to unwind, connect, and discover the joy of gelli printing.
What will we cover?
You will discover new gelli plate techniques including the use of soft and oil pastels to create your prints.
Initially experimenting with soft pastels, which will be used to add colour to botanical prints as a secondary layer or transferred to the gelli plate surface as an image, which is pulled using acrylic paint or medium to create the print.
The second method we will explore is using oil pastels in a wax resist technique, to create an image transfer style print using a 2-layer print process focused on the dark and light areas of an ink-jet printed image as the starting point.
How will I be taught?
With gentle guidance and clear demonstrations, Hattie will support you step-by-step in our bright airy studio.
Do I need any previous experience or skills?
No experience is needed, this technique is suitable for complete beginners
Are materials provided? Is there anything I need to source myself?
All the materials needed will be provided, so you can simply arrive and enjoy the creative process.
What will I take home with me?
A unique collection of beautiful, handmade prints
Refreshments
Drinks and biscuits will be available but we recommend that you bring a packed lunch with you.
Photography
During all of our workshops photographs are taken for promotional purposes only. Please make us aware at the time of booking if you would prefer not to be included.
Tutor
Hattie is a multi-media artist creating painted abstract landscapes into which she incorporates her own printed collage pieces. Her work is currently on view at Shoreham Art Gallery. Hattie has taught art to adults for many years. Until 2022, she worked as part of the rehabilitation team of a military charity, teaching a wide variety of art techniques as part of the rehabilitation process. Since then, Hattie has focused on her own work and teaching printing in a variety of venues across Sussex, creating a fun and informal atmosphere in her classes.
