Printing from nature

Description

In this workshop you will be guided in the process of making beautiful botanical art prints which capture the fine details of the plant specimens you've chosen.  You will leave the workshop with a small selection of nature relief prints which would make lovely framed prints, cards, bookmarks or gift tags. You will also take away the knowledge and confidence required to continue exploring the process at home. In the morning we will talk through the creative process, looking at some example pieces and discussing how we create balanced compositions and capture detail. Where location allows, we will head out for a local walk to collect some foliage and other items such as feathers, etc, which we will use in our work. Please feel free to also bring any of your own plants from your garden, or other items you wish to use. Once we return from our walk we will work alongside each other to explore different relief printing techniques including simple manual methods and easily accessible equipment such as small craft presses. After lunch we will continue printing, exploring and stretching our new skills.  My aim is to make the day relaxed, fun and informal. The workshop would suit an individual looking to learn something new, a group of friends looking to share some quality relaxing time together or perhaps to celebrate a special occasion such as a hen do or birthday. This workshop is open to adults (16+) and can be held at the Tilly and Roo Studio in Foyers or at an alternative venue such as your own home.  Accessibility information: Due to the constraints of the studio layout and surrounding terrain, the workshop may present challenges for mobilising in a wheelchair. Please contact me via the 'message the tutor' button to discuss workshop accessibility so that I can provide more detailed information or explore alternative venues. Please note: we reserve the right to cancel the course if sufficient numbers are not taken up. We will give at least two days prior notice if this is the case and will provide a refund if we cannot move your booking to an agreeable alternative date.

What's included in the price?

- All materials and light refreshments. - Please bring a packed lunch. Cafés nearby.

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Tilly and Roo

with Craft Courses since 2019

Message the tutor

Having developed a passion for wildlife and nature from a young age, I am now very fortunate to live in the beautiful village of Foyers, a small Highland community on the south-side of Loch Ness. I have a degree in Wildlife Biology, a post graduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy and am currently employed as a Specialist Occupational Therapist at Highland Hospice, where I am privileged to manage a small but dedicated team of therapists. A much loved and very special part of my role is the facilitation of therapeutic patient art groups in our purpose built Art Room. I love sharing creativity. I also work from a small pottery studio in Lower Foyers, just 5 minutes walk from the famous Falls of Foyers and the shores of Loch Ness. I thrive on exploring new processes having developed skills in ceramics, enamelling, jewellery making and printmaking. Jen x