COLLAGRAPH: PRINTMAKING WITH TEXTURE AND TONE

Collagraphy (kolla = glue + graph = draw) is a printmaking technique where a collage is made on rigid substrate, sealed and used as a printing plate. You will learn how to construct collagraph plates by cutting into cardboard, applying various mediums and layering cutouts. The plates are then sealed with shellac. The next day we ink the plates and use a printing press to create multiple images with a variety of textures and tones.

Bio: Britt Gow is an artist and printmaker living on the volcanic plains of the Gunditjmara people. She uses a range of techniques, including linocut, drypoint, woodgrain printing and collagraphy to create images that often reference the local flora, fauna and natural environment. Britt is an experienced teacher and enjoys seeing participants develop their skills in printmaking.

Instagram: @brittgow

Facebook: Artwork by Britt

Website: www.brittgow.com

Materials and equipment list for student to bring to the workshop

Thin cardboard (cereal box or similar)

Sharp scalpel or cutting knife

Cutting board

Scraps of fabric, lace, string, ribbon etc

Pressed grasses, flowers or leaves

PVA glue and small needle-tip squeeze bottles

Apron

Plastic cover for the table

Materials fee: $45 for shellac, ink and paper, to be paid in cash to the tutor on the first day of the workshop

Please note: entry to the workshop is down the driveway to the left of the building.

Refund Policy​To assist in the management of this workshop a cancellation process is essential. Your cancellation must be emailed to:  info@swmakers.com.au

Cancellations to up until 6 weeks before the workshop – refund 80% of workshop fee paid. Cancellations after that date 50% refund.Glyph Gallery & Creative Space reserves the right to cancel a workshop if the minimum class enrolment is not reached 1 weeks before the workshop is due to commence. If a workshop is cancelled, participants will be offered a full refund

for more information info@swmakers.com.au/0428825971