Coming April 2024!
April 28th - Self Paced Pre Recorded Videos
May 5th @ 12 Noon - LIVE Zoom Session for Q&A
Large Scale Printing with or without the Gelli Plate
Welcome to a must-attend Inaugural Master Class in Large Plate Gelli Printing! As an artist who has delved into the intricacies of working with large gel plates for a considerable time, I understand the allure and challenges that come with this expansive canvas. In this immersive course, we will navigate through the complexities of large plate gelli printing, turning potential intimidations into avenues of creative exploration.
In this Master Class I will show you how to create large scale gelli prints using the Large Gel Plate, or those who already possess several smaller plates, I will demonstrate innovative techniques to seamlessly merge them into larger printing surfaces, and even a cost effective alternative using an inexpensive silicone mat. This course is designed to further expand your creative repertoire and enable you to produce awe-inspiring prints that captivate viewers and express your artistic vision with unparalleled impact.
Throughout our sessions, I will share invaluable insights and techniques garnered from my experience, offering you a comprehensive toolkit to harness the full potential of large plates in your artwork. Whether you're a seasoned artist seeking to refine your skills or a newcomer intrigued by the possibilities of large-scale printmaking, this class is designed to cater to your needs and aspirations.
Together, we will explore various approaches to utilizing the large plate format, unlocking its potential to create stunning prints suitable for framing, inclusion in books, or as integral components of collage projects. Even if you don't currently possess a large plate but are contemplating its incorporation into your artistic practice, this course is tailored to provide you with the knowledge and confidence to embark on this exciting journey.
Join me in this transformative exploration of Large Plate Printmaking, where we will overcome challenges, unlock hidden potentials, and create masterpieces that resonate with beauty, depth, and artistic significance.
Supplies:
1 - 16x20
or
(2) 8x10
and/or silicone matts here’s an Amazon link
brayers
acrylic paints an assortment (any that you already have)
copier paper
wet strength/glassine/rolls of calligraphy paper and /or large mixed media papers
Paint brushes various sizes to apply paint to the plate
sum wangi brush synthetic bristles
optional:
metal ruler
spray inks
alcohol inks
Your Instructor
Robyn is a Nationally know artist living in the Southwest, exhibiting nationally and internationally with exhibitions in the Smithsonian Museums, Corcoran Art Gallery and art in the permanent collections of The MOMA as well as other notable collections.
She is a Master Bookbinder and Papermaker having studied in the tradition of Apprenticing as these were dying art forms in the 80's and only being revived by artists. She subsequently taught in Universities and Museum systems as an Adjunct Professor, often times setting up the programs in the Art Departments of these Schools nationally, as the discipline of "Book as Art" was becoming recognized as a significant art form.
Her design experience has won notable commissions: these include creating a distinctive award for Dr. Dorothy Irene Height's "Uncommon Height" Project which celebrated those who through their outstanding contributions has contributed to this country's advancement. Previous recipients have been Oprah, Dr. Maya Angelou, Vanessa Williams and Vernon Jordan, to name a few. Additionally, She has designed for Essence Communications, Ikea, Target, and UNICEF.
Robyn continues to work with individuals to help them create businesses and projects that incorporate their ideas, goals and dreams through personal Authenticity Coaching, Workshops, Seminars and Webinars.