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CONTACT THE WORKSHOP COORDINATOR AND PLACE YOUR NAME ON THE WAITING LIST TO BE NOTIFIED WHEN IT IS COMING UP.
CONTACT THE WORKSHOP COORDINATOR AND PLACE YOUR NAME ON THE WAITING LIST TO BE NOTIFIED WHEN IT IS COMING UP.
Please note that while it may seem that we have increased the workshop prices, they remain the same. To make the payment process more straightforward, we are just grouping the material fee to the workshop price (until now, there was two separate payments, the workshop fee and the materials cost).
In order to minimize its impact on our community, we respectfully ask members to be vaccinated for workshops, along with the use of masks when inside. We are reviewing these rules all the time and we thank you for your understanding.
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Wood Engraving Workshop
Artist: Peter McLean
Dates: Saturday and Sunday 17 &18 September 2022
Cost: $330 / members $310
Workshop Code: PMWE22
Maximum number of participants: 8
Wood engraving is a traditional relief printing technique utilising end-grain wood to produce highly detailed and fine scale graphic images.
They are typically small scale and printed in black and white. Wood engraving was extensively used for book illustrations up until the early 20th century.
This two-day workshop is suitable for beginners or those with some prior printmaking experience who want to explore a new technique. The workshop will cover all aspects of wood engraving including historical context, image design, block preparation, correct use of engraving tools and hand printing. Participants will produce a black and white image of their own design and print a small edition. All specialised materials and equipment will be provided.
Peter McLean
Peter McLean is a Canberra based artist and master printmaker who works across a wide range of subject matter and technique.
He combines innovative use of materials with a respect for traditional technique and craftsmanship.
As well as exhibiting regularly, he has also taught extensively in a range of contexts including community art groups, print workshops and tertiary art schools, including the National Art School (Sydney) and the Australian National University School of Art and Design (Canberra)
This Workshop is offered in conjunction with Distant Friends and the Magic of CMYK a Solo Exhibition by Peter McLean at our Gallery
See Upcoming Exhibitions
Artist: Peter McLean
Dates: Saturday and Sunday 17 &18 September 2022
Cost: $330 / members $310
Workshop Code: PMWE22
Maximum number of participants: 8
Wood engraving is a traditional relief printing technique utilising end-grain wood to produce highly detailed and fine scale graphic images.
They are typically small scale and printed in black and white. Wood engraving was extensively used for book illustrations up until the early 20th century.
This two-day workshop is suitable for beginners or those with some prior printmaking experience who want to explore a new technique. The workshop will cover all aspects of wood engraving including historical context, image design, block preparation, correct use of engraving tools and hand printing. Participants will produce a black and white image of their own design and print a small edition. All specialised materials and equipment will be provided.
Peter McLean
Peter McLean is a Canberra based artist and master printmaker who works across a wide range of subject matter and technique.
He combines innovative use of materials with a respect for traditional technique and craftsmanship.
As well as exhibiting regularly, he has also taught extensively in a range of contexts including community art groups, print workshops and tertiary art schools, including the National Art School (Sydney) and the Australian National University School of Art and Design (Canberra)
This Workshop is offered in conjunction with Distant Friends and the Magic of CMYK a Solo Exhibition by Peter McLean at our Gallery
See Upcoming Exhibitions
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Collagraph & Beyond
Tutor: Kay Watanabe
Dates: Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 October 2022
Cost: $315 / members $295
Workshop Code: KWC22
Maximum number of participants: 8
Make subtle and complex prints using simple and inexpensive materials. Learn how to make collagraph prints and embossed works using cardboard. Also covered will be techniques such as Chine-collé and colour roll.
Tutor: Kay Watanabe
Dates: Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 October 2022
Cost: $315 / members $295
Workshop Code: KWC22
Maximum number of participants: 8
Make subtle and complex prints using simple and inexpensive materials. Learn how to make collagraph prints and embossed works using cardboard. Also covered will be techniques such as Chine-collé and colour roll.
Screen printing workshop
THE PROFESSIONAL
Artist: Maria Emilia Sauri
Dates: Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 October 2022
Cost: $315 / members $295
Workshop Code: MESOCT22
This workshop covers the basics and provides a wider understanding of the fundamentals of screen printing so every participant can have the confidence to adapt the technique to their own use.
This workshop is aimed at people who want to use screen printing in a professional way, being in their art practice or who want to print in a commercial capacity. The focus of this workshop is on technique rather than a finalised artwork to take home. Nevertheless, we suggest you bring your own images to the workshop, as this is more engaging for participants. In order to have your own images, an email correspondence will be established between the tutor and the participants some weeks before the workshop to guide the participant through the process of converting an image into a screen-printing positive, which is the first step to print an image.
THE PROFESSIONAL
Artist: Maria Emilia Sauri
Dates: Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 October 2022
Cost: $315 / members $295
Workshop Code: MESOCT22
This workshop covers the basics and provides a wider understanding of the fundamentals of screen printing so every participant can have the confidence to adapt the technique to their own use.
This workshop is aimed at people who want to use screen printing in a professional way, being in their art practice or who want to print in a commercial capacity. The focus of this workshop is on technique rather than a finalised artwork to take home. Nevertheless, we suggest you bring your own images to the workshop, as this is more engaging for participants. In order to have your own images, an email correspondence will be established between the tutor and the participants some weeks before the workshop to guide the participant through the process of converting an image into a screen-printing positive, which is the first step to print an image.
Introductory “Mokuhanga” woodblock printing
Tutor: Kay Watanabe
Dates: Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 October 2022
Cost: $355 / members $335
Workshop Code: KWMK22
Maximum number of participants: 6
“Mokuhanga” is known in Australia and internationally as a Japanese-style woodblock
printmaking technique which is hand-printed on Japanese “washi” paper, using water-
based ink. It is the technique used in “Ukiyoe” prints, such as Hokusai’s “Great Wave.”
This two-day workshop is for beginners and it covers the basics of “mokuhanga.” It is
also suitable for those with some prior experience in other printmaking techniques who
wish to extend their practice. The workshop will cover image design, carving and
printing techniques and information about tools and materials.
About the Tutor
Kay Watanabe is a Brisbane-based visual artist and an Impress member. She exhibits
her works extensively in Australia and internationally.
Tutor: Kay Watanabe
Dates: Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 October 2022
Cost: $355 / members $335
Workshop Code: KWMK22
Maximum number of participants: 6
“Mokuhanga” is known in Australia and internationally as a Japanese-style woodblock
printmaking technique which is hand-printed on Japanese “washi” paper, using water-
based ink. It is the technique used in “Ukiyoe” prints, such as Hokusai’s “Great Wave.”
This two-day workshop is for beginners and it covers the basics of “mokuhanga.” It is
also suitable for those with some prior experience in other printmaking techniques who
wish to extend their practice. The workshop will cover image design, carving and
printing techniques and information about tools and materials.
About the Tutor
Kay Watanabe is a Brisbane-based visual artist and an Impress member. She exhibits
her works extensively in Australia and internationally.
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Exploring Drypoint
Tutor: Kay Watanabe
Dates: Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 November 2022
Cost: $315 / members $295
Workshop Code: KWD22
Maximum number of participants: 8
Kay is a versatile and award winning printmaker and curator. During this two day workshop you will learn how to make strong and interesting intaglio prints without using harsh chemicals.
Tutor: Kay Watanabe
Dates: Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 November 2022
Cost: $315 / members $295
Workshop Code: KWD22
Maximum number of participants: 8
Kay is a versatile and award winning printmaker and curator. During this two day workshop you will learn how to make strong and interesting intaglio prints without using harsh chemicals.
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Linocut Printmaking
Artist: Wayne Singleton
Dates: Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th December, 2022
Cost: $315/ members $295
Workshop Code: WSDEC22
Enjoy two days with professional artist Wayne Singleton guiding you through each stage as you produce an individual lino block print or two! Early booking is wise.
Artist: Wayne Singleton
Dates: Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th December, 2022
Cost: $315/ members $295
Workshop Code: WSDEC22
Enjoy two days with professional artist Wayne Singleton guiding you through each stage as you produce an individual lino block print or two! Early booking is wise.
Etching with Semi-permeable Grounds
Artist: Gwenn Tasker
Dates: TBA 2022
(Two days - One week apart)
Cost: $330 / members $310
Workshop Code: GTSPG22
Maximum number of participants: 6
This workshop with experienced artist Gwenn Tasker will explore etching using semi permeable grounds.
The focus is on techniques that provide effective ways of working and that artists can apply in their etching practice.
Further information will be supplied as this workshop is developed.
Artist: Gwenn Tasker
Dates: TBA 2022
(Two days - One week apart)
Cost: $330 / members $310
Workshop Code: GTSPG22
Maximum number of participants: 6
This workshop with experienced artist Gwenn Tasker will explore etching using semi permeable grounds.
The focus is on techniques that provide effective ways of working and that artists can apply in their etching practice.
Further information will be supplied as this workshop is developed.
Letterpress Workshop
Tutor: Summer Hiskens-Ravest
Dates: TBA 2023
Cost: $330/ members $310
Workshop Code: LETT23
Maximum number of participants: 5
This workshop with Summer Hiskens-Ravest will cover the basics of letterpress. This workshop is for emerging and established artists that want to learn the technique of Letterpress printing. This is a two-day workshop. The focus of the first session is to demonstrate the Adana 8x5 Letterpress and the correct processes and techniques that are specific to the printing, and preparing your own design. The second day will focus on completing your designs and printing.
Tutor: Summer Hiskens-Ravest
Dates: TBA 2023
Cost: $330/ members $310
Workshop Code: LETT23
Maximum number of participants: 5
This workshop with Summer Hiskens-Ravest will cover the basics of letterpress. This workshop is for emerging and established artists that want to learn the technique of Letterpress printing. This is a two-day workshop. The focus of the first session is to demonstrate the Adana 8x5 Letterpress and the correct processes and techniques that are specific to the printing, and preparing your own design. The second day will focus on completing your designs and printing.
Marker resist etching workshop
Artist: Jill O'Sullivan
Dates: TBA 2023
Cost: $330 / members $310
Workshop Code: JOSAA23
Maximum number of participants: 8
This two-day workshop investigates the various uses of sharpie pens and shellac to create images on copper plates in both intaglio and relief approaches without the use of hard or soft grounds. These techniques of resist mark making offers creative and experimental methods of creating interesting textures and linear marks and is suitable for both beginners and experienced printmakers. In addition, a look at spirit aquatinting plates for tonal variations will be included.
Participants will create and print plates incorporating various methods and take home a small edition of each.
(Covid regulations may apply)
Workshop hours 9am -3 pm
Artist: Jill O'Sullivan
Dates: TBA 2023
Cost: $330 / members $310
Workshop Code: JOSAA23
Maximum number of participants: 8
This two-day workshop investigates the various uses of sharpie pens and shellac to create images on copper plates in both intaglio and relief approaches without the use of hard or soft grounds. These techniques of resist mark making offers creative and experimental methods of creating interesting textures and linear marks and is suitable for both beginners and experienced printmakers. In addition, a look at spirit aquatinting plates for tonal variations will be included.
Participants will create and print plates incorporating various methods and take home a small edition of each.
(Covid regulations may apply)
Workshop hours 9am -3 pm
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Linocut Printmaking
Artist: Wayne Singleton
Dates: Saturday and Sunday April 2023
Cost: $315 / members $295
Workshop Code: WSAPR23
Enjoy two days with professional artist Wayne Singleton guiding you through each stage as you produce an individual lino block print or two! Early booking is wise.
Artist: Wayne Singleton
Dates: Saturday and Sunday April 2023
Cost: $315 / members $295
Workshop Code: WSAPR23
Enjoy two days with professional artist Wayne Singleton guiding you through each stage as you produce an individual lino block print or two! Early booking is wise.
Etching Workshop
Artist: Gwenn Tasker
Dates: Saturday and Sunday June 2023 TBA
Cost: $330 / members $310
Workshop Code: GTET23
Maximum number of participants: 6
This workshop with experienced artist Gwenn Tasker will cover the basics of etching.
The focus is on techniques that provide effective ways of working and that artists can apply in their etching practice.
Further information will be supplied as this workshop is developed.
Artist: Gwenn Tasker
Dates: Saturday and Sunday June 2023 TBA
Cost: $330 / members $310
Workshop Code: GTET23
Maximum number of participants: 6
This workshop with experienced artist Gwenn Tasker will cover the basics of etching.
The focus is on techniques that provide effective ways of working and that artists can apply in their etching practice.
Further information will be supplied as this workshop is developed.
Beautiful Objects - Waxed Paper Bowls
Artist: Jennifer Long
Dates: TBA 2023
Cost: $315 / members $295
Workshop Code: JLPB23
Make gorgeous paper and waxed bowls from a variety of papers – torn, patterned, textured, plain, printed and hand drawn.
Up cycle old prints into these beautiful objects.
Artist: Jennifer Long
Dates: TBA 2023
Cost: $315 / members $295
Workshop Code: JLPB23
Make gorgeous paper and waxed bowls from a variety of papers – torn, patterned, textured, plain, printed and hand drawn.
Up cycle old prints into these beautiful objects.
Beginners Artist’s Books
Artist: Glenda Orr
Dates: TBA 2023
Cost: $205 / members $185
Workshop Code: GOAB23
Ideally suited for beginners, this one day workshop will teach artists the basic book-making techniques of folding, cutting and
gluing while they recycle their old drawings, prints and proofs on paper into beautiful artist’s books.
Artist: Glenda Orr
Dates: TBA 2023
Cost: $205 / members $185
Workshop Code: GOAB23
Ideally suited for beginners, this one day workshop will teach artists the basic book-making techniques of folding, cutting and
gluing while they recycle their old drawings, prints and proofs on paper into beautiful artist’s books.
International Artists - TBA when International travel is safer and easier.
Mokuhanga Masterclass with Mashiko Honjo
Presented by Terry Mckenna of the Japanese Mokuhanga School
Dates: 5 days - TBA 2021 or 2022 (COVID Border Closures Japan)
Cost: $745 - WE ARE SORRY THIS CLASS IS FULL
Postponed until further notice due to Covid 19 Travel Restrictions
The concurrent exhibition is also postponed
A rare opportunity to learn directly from a Japanese master in Australia.
Honjo san trained in the Kyoto workshop of Ida Masao (Gallery Gado) and has produced a substantial body of beautiful and highly successful mokuhanga. With his classical training and modern artistic sensibilities, his work features strong design, beautiful harmonious colours combined with high level skills. In this workshop the Mokuhanga School are only accepting Printmakers with prior experience and skills in Mokuhanga as it is not suitable for beginners.
Concurrent with this workshop, there will be an exhibition of Mokuhanga prints in Impress Printmakers Studio Gallery
Presented by Terry Mckenna of the Japanese Mokuhanga School
Dates: 5 days - TBA 2021 or 2022 (COVID Border Closures Japan)
Cost: $745 - WE ARE SORRY THIS CLASS IS FULL
Postponed until further notice due to Covid 19 Travel Restrictions
The concurrent exhibition is also postponed
A rare opportunity to learn directly from a Japanese master in Australia.
Honjo san trained in the Kyoto workshop of Ida Masao (Gallery Gado) and has produced a substantial body of beautiful and highly successful mokuhanga. With his classical training and modern artistic sensibilities, his work features strong design, beautiful harmonious colours combined with high level skills. In this workshop the Mokuhanga School are only accepting Printmakers with prior experience and skills in Mokuhanga as it is not suitable for beginners.
Concurrent with this workshop, there will be an exhibition of Mokuhanga prints in Impress Printmakers Studio Gallery
"Hortis" Lithograph by Charles Cohan
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Stone Lithography - International Artist
Tutor: University of Hawaii Based Artist - Charles Cohan Dates: TBA 2023 or 2024 (Covid Border Closures USA) Cost: $435 / members $415 Materials Fee $35. Workshop Code: CCSLTBA This 2 (*optionally 3) day workshop will examine the fundamentals of stone lithography within a 21st century perspective, utilizing the most versatile and complex technique of hand printmaking practices. Intermediate/Advanced level. * Friday is an optional day for participants to prepare in the studio for Charles Cohen's arrival for the workshop on Saturday. |
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Book Arts Workshops - International Artist
Tutor: UK Based Book Artist - Guy Begbie 1. The Secret Belgian Binding With Hard Back Cover Boards and 2. The Drum Leaf Binding with Hard Cover Boards structure Dates: TBA (Covid Border Closures UK) Cost: $315 / members $295 Workshop Code: GBBATBA Maximum number of participants: 6 These workshops are designed for participants with or without bookbinding experience. 1. The Secret Belgian Binding With Hard Back Cover Boards Participants will have the opportunity to make a hardback book that has an elegant and distinctive thread pattern of sewing visible on the outside of the book . This is used to lace the front and back covers to the cover spine piece. Measures are taken in the binding construction, to hide the interior thread on the inside of the covers. This binding is robust and durable and allows the book to lie flat when open. 2. The Drum Leaf Binding with Hard Cover Boards The Drum Leaf Binding structure is ideal for printmakers and photographers, or those presenting visual narratives without the disruption of sewing thread dominating visual continuity in page content. The pages in this book structure are made of single sided folios with full-page spreads . This makes the task of printing and layout imposition of page content relatively straightforward. The adhesive based book with hardback covers will open flat and has no stitching through the centrefolds. All equipment and materials will be provided for the workshop. |
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