Intermediate Gel Printing Techniques
Date: Sunday, October 11, from 12 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $125/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 and 2
Take your gel printing skills to the next level in this intermediate workshop focused on creating rich, layered mixed-media prints. Explore image transfer techniques using magazines, laser copies, graphite, and oil pastels, while also drawing directly on the gel plate with acrylic markers. Students will learn how to combine multiple techniques into a single, dynamic gel print.
This class is designed for students who have completed a beginning gel printing workshop or have prior experience working with a gel plate. Participants will leave with a collection of unique mixed-media gel prints, along with the knowledge and confidence to continue experimenting with image transfer and drawing media techniques at home.
All supplies are included, but an apron is recommended. Please dress for mess!
Botanical Gel Printing: Christmas Trees
Date: Sunday, November 29, from 12:30 pm-3 pm
Fee: $95/ member discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Studio 1
In this workshop, students will use ferns, leaves, and branches (real and fake) to create a variety of botanical gel prints that mimic the look of Christmas trees.
Students will leave with festive prints that could be used on holiday cards, gift bags, wrapping, or tags. The instructor will also provide each student with 4 card blanks and envelopes to print on during class or to take home for future use.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has a minimal setup and does not require the use of a press, making it possible to do it from almost anywhere.
No prior gel printing experience is required.
All supplies provided.
Botanical Gel Printing: Christmas Trees
Date: Sunday, December 13, from 12:00 pm-2:30 pm
Fee: $95/ member discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Studio 1
In this workshop, students will use ferns, leaves, and branches (real and fake) to create a variety of botanical gel prints that mimic the look of Christmas trees.
Students will leave with festive prints that could be used on holiday cards, gift bags, wrapping, or tags. The instructor will also provide each student with 4 card blanks and envelopes to print on during class or to take home for future use.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has a minimal setup and does not require the use of a press, making it possible to do it from almost anywhere.
No prior gel printing experience is required.
All supplies provided.
Gel Printing Intensive
Date: Saturday & Sunday, February 27 - 28, from 10 am to 2 pm
Fee: $190/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginning/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 and 2
Explore the playful and versatile world of gel plate printing while building your skills through experimentation and hands-on practice.
Day 1: Play, Explore, and Experiment
Begin by exploring color, texture, and shape using an 8 x 10-inch gel plate. Experiment with found objects and hand-cut stencils while learning how to build layers using transparent and opaque pigments. This first day focuses on playful exploration and developing a feel for the possibilities of gel printing.
Day 2: Build Abstract Compositions
Put your new skills into practice as you create finished abstract compositions and work on more precise registration. You’ll also explore techniques using acrylic markers and chine-collé on the gel plate, adding new ways to create texture, detail, and visual interest in your prints.
All levels are welcome! Beginners can start their gel printing journey in this workshop, while students with previous gel plate experience will have the opportunity to expand their skills and explore new techniques.
All supplies are provided by the instructor. An apron and sketchbook are recommended.
Please remember to bring a snack or lunch.
Gel Printing with Botanicals
Date: Saturday, August 22, from 12 pm - 3 pm
Fee: $115 discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 and 2
In this workshop, students will be introduced to Gel Plate Printmaking using an 8" x 10" gel plate and acrylic paint. We’ll learn to work with leaves, ferns, branches, and flowers to build unique botanical gel prints. Our goal will be to create botanical monoprints and monotypes that can stand on their own, but gel-printed papers are also excellent material for collages, cards, art journals, or other mixed-media projects.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has a minimal setup and does not require the use of a press, making it possible to do it from almost anywhere.
Students will learn:
A basic understanding of how paints and papers may impact gel prints, including thick vs. thin papers, opaque vs. transparent layers, and “What is the right amount of paint?”
• How to use botanical items, such as leaves, ferns, and flowers as textures and masks for gel printing.
• How to clean, care for, and store a gel printing plate.
All supplies are included, but an apron is recommended. Please dress for mess!
Intro to Gel Plate Printmaking
Date: Saturday, July 11, from 12:00-4:00 pm
Fee: $120/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 and 2
Learn how to create unique monoprints without a press using a gel printing plate. In this class, we'll use an 8" x 10" gel plate with acrylic paint, found textures, and DIY stencils and stamps. We'll work to create prints that can stand on their own, but gel-printed papers are also wonderful for collages, cards, art journals, or other mixed-media projects.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has minimal setup and is easy to do almost anywhere.
Students will learn:
Techniques for creating layered prints using a gel plate and acrylic paint.
How to use homemade stencils/masks and found objects to create interesting textures in your prints.
A basic understanding of how different paints and papers may impact your finished prints.
How to use, care for, and store a gel printing plate.
Students will create monoprints and a variety of printed papers using a gel plate. These prints may also be used for collages, cards, art journals, or other mixed-media projects.
All supplies are included, but an apron is recommended. Please dress for mess!
Gel Printing with Botanicals
Date: Sunday, June 7 from 12 pm - 3 pm
Fee: $115 discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 and 2
In this workshop, students will be introduced to Gel Plate Printmaking using an 8" x 10" gel plate and acrylic paint. We’ll learn to work with leaves, ferns, branches, and flowers to build unique botanical gel prints. Our goal will be to create botanical monoprints and monotypes that can stand on their own, but gel-printed papers are also excellent material for collages, cards, art journals, or other mixed-media projects.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has a minimal setup and does not require the use of a press, making it possible to do it from almost anywhere.
Students will learn:
A basic understanding of how paints and papers may impact gel prints, including thick vs. thin papers, opaque vs. transparent layers, and “What is the right amount of paint?”
• How to use botanical items, such as leaves, ferns, and flowers as textures and masks for gel printing.
• How to clean, care for, and store a gel printing plate.
All supplies are included, but an apron is recommended. Please dress for mess!
Scholarships through the City of Everett are available for all Sorticulture classes! To apply, please fill out our form here!
Gel Printing with Drawing Media
Date: Saturday, April 4, from 12:00 pm-4:00 pm
Fee: $125/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1 & 2
In this workshop, students will learn how to use various drawing media with a gel plate for printmaking. We’ll draw directly on our plates using acrylic and water-based markers and try transfer techniques using oil pastels and graphite.
This class is intended for students who have already taken a beginning gel printing workshop or have some experience using a gel plate.
Dress for mess!
All supplies included.
Botanical Gel Printing: Christmas Trees
Date: Sunday, November 30 from 12 pm - 2:30 pm
Fee: $90/ member discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Studio 1
In this workshop, students will use ferns, leaves, and branches (real and fake) to create a variety of botanical gel prints that mimic the look of Christmas trees.
Students will leave with festive prints that could be used on holiday cards, gift bags, wrapping, or tags. The instructor will also provide each student with 4 card blanks and envelopes to print on during class or to take home for future use.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has a minimal setup and does not require the use of a press, making it possible to do it from almost anywhere.
No prior gel printing experience is required.
All supplies provided.
