The Gelli Printed Codex: How to Use a Gelli Plate, Create Handmade Art Books

“Books are a uniquely portable magic.”

Stephen King

In conjunction with San Diego Book Arts, I will be teaching a new workshop on the many uses of a Gelli Arts Printing Plate in the context of a hand-made art book.

Come explore magic of your own creating as you explore the wonderful world of Gelli Arts. Guided by award-winning artist and instructor, Aleta Jacobson, you will begin your weekend with an immersive arts experience, using Gelli Arts Printing Plates to create art prints that are uniquely your own. 

You will learn the ins-and-outs of using a Gelli Plate and create colorful art prints on paper and fabric using stencils, feathers, string, mark-making tools, customized stamps, and hand cut masks. Each technique will be an exercise in self-discovery and risk-taking as you learn to layer objects onto your prints to form unique, expressive images that will be bound together in a handmade, fabric-bound art book. Then, Aleta will show you how to make and use washi tape, stickers, and ephemera to turn your book into its own work of art.

Take a risk; get inspired; explore all your creativity has to offer!

What: The Gelli Printed Codex
A 2-day workshop with Aleta Jacobson

When: Saturday, April 27, 2019-Sunday, April 29, 2019, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Where: Fallbrook School of the Arts (map)

Cost:
Member-Early Enrollment: $184
Member: $230
Non-Member: $305

Materials Fee: $20

Register: San Diego Book Arts