beginning gel plate printing with nature
workshop Presented by Oregon Coast Council for the Arts
Using a synthetic gel plate, we will use both natural and man-made objects to create prints. We will be using acrylic paint and each student will have a gel plate and lots of paper to work with. There is no need for prior art experience with this technique. It is a fun and approachable process that both adults and youth can enjoy.
details
Instructor: Jill Marks
Location: Outdoors at Yakona Nature Preserve
Ages: Adults and youth ages 12+ (youth must be accompanied by a participating adult)
Materials: All class materials will be provided. We will be using botanicals to create prints so students can bring their own from their garden if they would like to.
Please bring: Drinking water, snacks or lunch, any necessary medications (including EpiPens), and weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy walking shoes.
Insects: Mosquitoes are part of the Yakona ecosystem. Insect repellent is recommended if you are sensitive to bites.
Arrival & Departure: Please plan to stay for the full duration of the class. Because Yakona is accessed by guided escort only, participants are unable to enter or leave independently once the program begins.
Parking & Carpooling: Participants will meet at the parking area and carpool the three miles into Yakona to minimize vehicle traffic on the preserve.
Restrooms: Restroom facilities are rustic outhouses and porta potties.
Pets: For the safety of Yakona's wildlife, pets are not permitted on the preserve, nor are pets allowed in parked vehicles, as there are no shaded parking areas.
Caring for Yakona: Please help us protect this special place by staying on designated trails, respecting wildlife, and leaving plants, fungi, and other natural features undisturbed unless collecting is part of the class. Pack out any personal belongings and trash and leave Yakona as beautiful as you found it.
Weather: Programs may be held rain or shine unless hazardous weather or other unsafe conditions require cancellation.
Attenda: Because space is limited and these resources are generously provided, we ask that you register only if you plan to attend. If your plans change, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your space to someone on the waitlist.
Class Enrollment: A minimum number of participants is required for this workshop. Yakona reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment. Registered participants will be notified as soon as possible if a class is canceled.
Cost: This event is offered at no cost through grant funding and community support. Donations are always appreciated.
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Artist Bio
Jill Marks began printmaking in 2016 where she learned the art of Gyotaku (Japanese fish printing) from Heather Fortner. Jill’s art has expanded since then to include gelli plate printing, eco printing, and lino-cut print making. She enjoys utilizing natural botanicals in her artwork and hopes to inspire an appreciation and sense of stewardship toward nature and our environment through her work.
