Adult Botanical Printmaking with Gel Plates: Wednesday, September 9th 6:30 pm
Printmaking with Gel Plates... A Hands-On Creative Adventure! Wednesday, September 9th, 6:30-8:30
Inspired by September foliage - when gardens still bloom and leaves begin to turn - this workshop is all about capturing the beauty of the season and transforming it into art.
We’ll start by learning how to create rich, layered gelli plate prints using paint, texture, and botanicals. You’ll build a collection of unique papers, then use them to design a modern-style collage - bold, fresh, and one-of-a-kind. Warning: Gell Plate Printmaking is highly addictive! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, this class invites you to explore, experiment, and create freely.
What You’ll Learn:
Basic Techniques: Apply paint, use a brayer, and pull vibrant prints
Creative Exploration: Use found textures and layering techniques
Nature-Inspired Prints: Work with September foliage - leaves, flowers, grasses, and soft textures
Modern Collage: Turn your prints into a contemporary collage!
All materials are provided! You’re welcome to bring your own papers and botanicals - please bring only soft items (nothing sharp).
Location: Free Range Art Studio, 2nd floor of the Carriage House Collective (381 Brinton Lake Rd, Thornton, PA)
Date & Time: Wed. September 9th, 6:30-8:30
Sign up now - spaces are limited!
If you love color, texture, and hands-on creativity, this class is for you… but be warned - you may never want to stop printing!
About the Artist:
Heather Carey is a West Chester native with a lifelong love for art, people, and animals. She has a Fine Arts degree and spent 25 years working as an art therapist for adults with mental and physical disabilities. Her love for art grew as she watched their eyes fill with joy while creating things with their own hands. Please keep an eye out for Heather's many upcoming workshops. Her talents are endless!
