Stamp, Screen & Stencil with Everyday Objects
Level: all levels
Length: 2-3 days
Type: surface design
Rayna's easy methods for using ordinary objects to print, stamp and screen. Working with paper, glue, tape, and textured items from around the house and hardware, you will work spontaneously and print your own unique fabric.
All workshops take a playful, 'what if?' approach. Participants are encouraged to use their intuition, to experiment, and to enjoy the results of "happy accidents." Any can be combined for a 2-5 day experience or retreat. I will work with you to combine workshops tailored to your group's needs.
Gelatin Plate Monoprints
Level: all levels
Length 1 day
Type: printing on fabric
Using gelatin from your pantry, water-based inks, and your hands or a brayer, you'll discover a fun and versatile way to print wonderful texture and detail on your fabrics. Gelatin plate printing is addictive!
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Want to do original work but not sure where to start? Banish 'blank design wall" syndrome!
Day 1
Creative exercises and play will lead you forward. Working quickly with line, color and free-form design, you will follow your intuition and experiment with a number of small studies.
Day 2
Group discussion, brainstorming, "where do we go from here?" critique, and ample time to explore, play, and start new work.
Day 3
Continue on yesterday's piece, work in a series, or experiment further. One-on-one Individual critique sessions.
Soy Wax Batik
Level: some experience with dyes
Length: 2 days
Update your stash without buying more! Bring ugly, boring, or outdated commercial fabrics or blotchy hand-dyes from your stash and make them new again with paints and screens. You won't believe the difference!
Whether you're new to batik or want to switch to non-toxic soy wax, you'll love this 21st century approach to an ancient art. Soy wax, paints or dyes, and wood or metal stamps are all you need to create gorgeous fabric! Come play with soy and get hooked!
International Quilt Festival - Houston
rayna gillman
workshops
studio 78
Art Quilt Claremont , Berkeley, CA
Peters Valley Craft Center, Layton, NJ
Workshops $700/day (6 hours) 2 day minimum
Lectures $450/1 hour lecture (slides, trunk show, q&a)
Can this Fabric be Saved?
Level: all levels
Length: 1-2 days
NEW!!!
Print Original Cloth - Make Original Quilts
Level: all levels
Length 4-5 days
Jump-Starting the Art Quilt for a complete experience from raw cloth to finished quilt!
Deconstructed Screen Printing
Level: some experience with dyes
Length 2-3 days
Explore deconstructed screenprinting using a variety of resists and mark-making on the screen. We'll use thickened dyes and discharge in this spontaneous and foolproof workshop!
Coupeville Arts Center, Whidbey Island, WA
QSDS, Columbus, OH
Carve Original Stamps
Level: All levels
Length: 1 day
Type: surface design
Expand your options and carve stamps that reflect your design sense & personality! Explore different effects of inking the block and various design possibilities. Combine with your other stamps and hear your fabric "sing."
1 Day Workshops
2-3 Day Workshops
4-5 Day Workshops
can be combined with one day of another workshop to meet 2 day minimum
