"Open Doors" Hands on Interactive Workshops

Join IPSARI for an immersive art experience featuring three talented artists, each showcasing their unique practices. During this engaging workshop, participants will rotate between stations in a round-robin format, gaining hands-on experience with various art techniques and mediums. This is an exceptional opportunity to expand your creative horizons, learn new skills, and connect with the vibrant art community in Ipswich.

Featured Artists and Techniques:

- Bec Lewis: Repeat pattern lino print

- Kate Roberts: Copper tag - metal stamping

- Andrea Baumert Howard: Basic papermaking

Each session is designed to provide a comprehensive, hands-on experience, allowing participants to engage deeply with each artistic technique and create their own unique pieces. Join us for "Open Doors" and discover the joy of creating with the guidance of our talented IPSARI artists.

What to expect:  

Bec Lewis:  Bec will introduce participants to the art of lino cutting and printing. You will learn how to carve your own linoleum block and use it to create repeat patterns on paper or fabric. This technique allows for endless creativity, enabling you to design custom prints for various applications. Bec's session is perfect for those looking to explore printmaking and develop a new artistic skill.

Kate Roberts:  Kate's session on copper tag metal stamping promises to be both informative and inspiring. Participants will learn the intricate technique of metal stamping, creating personalized copper tags. Kate's guidance will help you master the tools and techniques needed to design and stamp your own metal creations, perfect for jewelry, keychains, or decorative pieces.

Andrea Baumert Howard: Participants will delve into the art of recycled papermaking. Andrea will guide you through the process of creating your own handmade paper, from pulping to forming and drying. Expect a hands-on experience where you will craft unique, textured paper that can be used for a variety of artistic projects.