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PRINT MAKING

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Gelatin Monotype Printing

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Printmaking Without a Press!
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This is a non toxic printmaking method. We will be using water based inks and paints. The class will use gelatin as the plate upon which the image is created. Students will be encouraged to explore a variety of mark making methods to make a print. We will also use the commercially available gelli plates and learn how they differ from the real gelatin. Prints can be as abstract or representational as the artist desires. Class is suitable for all ages.


About Monotypes:

 Monotype is the most painterly form of printmaking. Effects can be achieved that can not be created by other printing processes. I use gelatin as the plate upon which the paint is applied, using both additive and subtractive methods, until satisfied with the result. BFK Rives paper applied carefully onto the painted gelatin, rubbed lightly, then lifted to reveal the print which is in reverse of the application on the plate. Each print is an original as only one print can be obtained using this process. When a monotype has an underlying matrix, repeatable in subsequent prints, it then becomes a monoprint. 


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Material/Supply List
​​Instructor will provide supplies. 
We will be using cardstock to print on. If you would like to use any other type of paper you may bring it to the class.

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JEWELRY MAKING

Introduction to Jewelry Making

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In this class you will learn  proper use of the jewelers saw, as well as forming, filing, sanding & polishing techniques. Safety will be stressed.  We will be using brass, silver plate, German silver and wire, stones and beads.  Design and function will also be covered.  At the end of each class, one or more wearable pieces will be completed. 

Materials Fee:  $15  paid to instructor directly

Supply List (Please bring with you to all classes)
     
Safety goggles (Dollar Tree, Marlton has these for $1.)
Face mask (I will supply these)
Paper to sketch designs
Pencil, eraser, fine tip Sharpie
Scissors for paper
Container large enough to hold your supplies
Small zip lock plastic bags
As the class progresses additional supplies will be required.​

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ADVANCED JEWELRY MAKING

WORKSHOPS

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Instructor Profile

In the 1970s through the 1980s I made hand wrought and cast jewelry in sterling silver and 14k gold that  was sold in various locations throughout South Jersey. I also designed and created numerous commissioned pieces.  
Between then and now I have been an award winning painter and printmaker and now have  rediscovered my love of jewelry making.

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