GELLI PRINTING: VINTAGE BOTANICAL PRINTS
30th Aug 2024
Create vintage botanical prints with laser-cut stencils & local plants, inspired by sepia & cyanotype tones. This hands-on printmaking workshop, led by Tori from VA Studio, invites participants to explore the creative process of Gelli plate printing through a vintage botanical lens. Perfect for beginners and seasoned creatives alike, the session focuses on building rich, textured prints using unconventional tools, laser-cut stencils, and natural materials.
Attendees will use botanical plants sourced from the local park, combined with custom-designed laser-cut frames and stencil templates, to create prints with the nostalgic feel of sepia-toned photographs and cyanotype imagery. Through guided exploration, participants will experiment with earth-tone colour palettes, layering techniques, and creative mark-making. This workshop offers a welcoming, playful environment designed to inspire creativity and connection with nature through print.
Participants Will Learn To:
- Understand the basics of Gelli plate printing using alternative tools and techniques
- Pull prints directly from real botanical materials
- Incorporate laser-cut botanical stencils and vintage-style frame designs
- Mix natural pigments to recreate a sepia or cyanotype effect
- Produce a collection of unique, vintage-style prints to take home
Location: Cass Art Liverpool
Date & times: Saturday 30th August 2025, 1pm - 4pm
Ages: Suitable for all ages 14+, under 18s must be accompanied by an adult
Materials: Materials are provided, but please purchase a paper pad on the day in order to make extra prints. A Cass Art A4 Cartridge Pad 120g Pad is recommended, and attendees will receive 10% off their in-store purchases on the day.
Tickets: £35
This workshop has step-free access.
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