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SUMMARY:Monotype Workshop With Jane Ramsey\, Sunday\, Aug. 16
DESCRIPTION:Monotype Workshop (Session 1 of 2) \n10-4pm \nSunday\, August 16 \n$195. \nExplore the mark-making possibilities of the monotype printmaking process! \nThe tools are simple and easy to use. We’ll begin by inking our acrylic plates and then\, using a variety of different items (rags\, makeup sponges\, spatulas\, popsicle sticks\, etc.) we will remove the ink to reveal our “whites”.  There’s even more to explore with adding texture by using sponges\, nylon scrubbies\, and more to press into the inked plate. \nYou can even go back into the finished monotype and add more toning or marks using a variety of tools such as litho sticks\, charcoal pencils and graphite. (SEE SESSION 2 to explore this with your prints made in this workshop.) \nMonotype printing is an experience in “letting go”!  Even as you plan and create there will always be unexpected marks that happen. This leads to all kinds of improvisation. \nThis technique is open to all kinds of interpretation. From abstraction to realism\, the possibilities are endless! \nI will be doing a demo of the process and showing you how I find inspiration from my sketchbooks\, translating them to monotypes. Then we’ll begin making our own monotypes. In addition to black ink\, this workshop will be expanded into using color inks for gradated effects! It will be exciting! \nAll art supplies are included. \nWhat to bring: \n\nThe process can be a little messy so wear appropriate clothes and/or an apron. If you are wearing long sleeves\, make sure you can push them up out of the way. Nothing dangly on your wrists\, they get in the way.\nBring some photos (either printed out or on your phone) for inspiration. Or some sketches or drawings that you find inspiring to work from. The subjects should be simple. For instance\, a singular tree\, flower\, animal\, etc.\nPack a lunch/snacks and beverage as we’ll take a break during the day.\n\n  \nJane will hold an optional “day 2” if you would like to take your prints to the next level. Take a look here.
URL:https://amakerscircle.com/class-workshop/monotype-workshop-with-jane-ramsey-sunday-aug-16/
LOCATION:A Maker’s Circle Studio\, 8 Hacklebarney Road\, Pottersville\, NJ\, 07979\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Drawing,Elevated Craft,Jane Ramsey,Painting,Studio D - Rae
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SUMMARY:Natural Dyeing Workshop with Plants Grown by Local Farmer Blair Bellis
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Date: August 28\, 2026  \nTime: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM  \nLocation: A Maker’s Circle\, Pottersville\, NJ \nJoin us for a hands-on natural dyeing workshop using beautiful flowers and dye plants grown by Blair Bellis on her farm in Bedminster\, NJ. We’ll explore the magic of turning flowers into natural color and create something beautiful to take home — no experience needed\, just a little curiosity. Come enjoy a creative evening surrounded by flowers\, good company\, and a little bit of farm-grown magic. \n🌿 What You’ll Learn  \nDuring this workshop\, Blair will take you through the entire natural dyeing process from growing the plants\, making the dye bath\, mordanting\, dyeing\, and design. You’ll learn: \n\nWhich materials and plants work best for natural dyeing\nHow to bundle dye with flowers\nShibori folding and other dyeing techniques\n\nEach guest will make a set of four 30″ x 30″ 100% cotton tea towels\, dyed and designed by hand. Blair’s process gives you the freedom to experiment and have plenty of fun along the way. \n🌸 The Instructor: Blair Bellis is a local farmer and holistic nutritionist living and growing in Bedminster\, NJ. Her workshops bring the farm straight into the studio\, sharing the plants she grows and the natural dyeing techniques she’s cultivated along the way. \n🫖 Farm-Fresh Snacks: Enjoy fresh veggies from Blair’s farm and a selection of herbal tea made from plants that she has grown while you create. Wear comfortable clothes you wouldn’t mind getting a little dye on — aprons will be available too. \nAll materials included | Beginner-friendly | Take home 4 cotton tea towels  \n$85 per person | Limited tickets available[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://amakerscircle.com/class-workshop/natural-dyeing-workshop-blair-bellis/
LOCATION:A Maker’s Circle Studio\, 8 Hacklebarney Road\, Pottersville\, NJ\, 07979\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Elevated Craft,Studio D - Rae
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