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Category Archives: Workshops & Classes
Pastepaper Workshop
The notes received in this workshop stated (in part & abbreviated): Pastepapers have been used since at least as early as 1650. They were often made in the binder’s shop, but some businesses were set up solely to provide them … Continue reading
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Tagged Pastepapers
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Natural Dyeing with Kirsten Ingemar
5 days natural dyeing at Sturt summer school was an enjoyable way to start the new year. The course was interesting although I already knew much of what was taught. I went for several reasons; I’ve never really had a … Continue reading
Carborundum & Drypoint Printing
Workshop with Brenda Tye A fascinating 2 day workshop where I learned a whole bunch of new techniques. We were asked to bring any sketches or reference material depicting objects from nature. I photocopied some of my past ideas: As … Continue reading
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Tagged Carborundum, Drypoint etching
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Workshop: Paper Felting
Whilst I’ve recently concentrated on making my own paper from some of my old prints (and blank paper offcuts) by pulping, remixing and forming new sheets I haven’t actually tried fusing or ‘felting’ lightweight papers together before. This workshop was … Continue reading
Workshop: Hand-embossing paper
An interesting one day workshop, not something I see myself doing a lot of but another skill I’m exploring. This technique requires the use of a lightbox and, whilst I have my own purchased model, the tutor brought along a … Continue reading
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Tagged paper embossing
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