Trace Monotypes on Washi with Helen McCusker

Join artist/instructor Helen McCusker for a creative day exploring the process of making trace monotypes — a one-off printing process done without a press. Similar to making carbon copies, a monotype drawing is made using an inked plate and printmaking paper, either creating an original drawing or tracing an existing image.

Using a variety of Japanese papers (washi) you will discover how different papers respond to the ink and your mark making. Your mark-making tools can be used to influence the outcome and the prints can be quite exciting and ephemeral.

Trace monotype allows for an immediate expressive image, or one that is more carefully "traced" from an image that you are looking to explore in new ways.

All paper, other materials, and tools will be provided .

Participants are asked to bring the following:

• a notebook and pen
• an apron, or dress to get messy
• disposible gloves (optional)
• photocopied image, or images (images will also be provided)
• a folder to carry home completed work (at least 9 x 12")
• your lunch!

This workshop is beginnner friendly!

About Helen McCusker

Helen McCusker is a renowned artist and highly respected instructor. A graduate of Sheridan’s Illustration Program, Helen has been making art for more than 40 years. Her main focus is on Figurative work – creating Expressionistic drawings and paintings that speak to movement, energy and the deeply personal.

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