tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2019-10-31T05:58:29+08:00 Peatix Jennifer tag:peatix.com,2015:event-126794 2015-11-10T01:00:00SGT 2015-11-10T01:00:00SGT

Experience Japanese woodblock the easy way! Join Australian-Peranakan artist Jennifer Lim for a fun session of creating multiple colour prints - without the hefty carving! Participants can choose from a number of blocks inspired by Victorian tiles - a prominent feature in Peranakan architecture.Students will make a set of prints on professional grade washi paper using specially-designed pre-carved blocks. This unique workshop is perfect for beginner students wanting maximum results in minimum time!The workshop will also demonstrate traditional techniques of this 400-year-old craft including image transfer and carving. Water-based and non-toxic, Japanese woodblock printing is great for creating prints at home. A source of inspiration for many Impressionist artists, Japanese woodblock is known best known in 'ukiyoe' prints. No experience is necessary and all tools and materials are provided. Create a beautiful set of prints to frame or give to friends as a memory of Singapore! We like to keep it cosy - limited numbers of persons per class.'I would recommend this workshop to friends and family - particularly those who are interested in Japanese culture and those who are looking to try something new and different.' - Aileen Lim, Singapore.WHAT'S INCLUDED Learn to proof and print specially-carved blocksExperience printing using a hand-held baren, brush, glue and pigmentCreate an edition prints on professional Japanese washi paperWORKSHOP FEE: $95 includes all materials and refreshments. Disclaimer: In the case of cancellation or illness, workshop fees can be transferred to a workshop of the same value to be used within six months of the workshop date by purchaser or friend but are non-refundable.---------------------------------------------------Unique Art Workshops in SingaporeEager to carve your own image? Join the Japanese Woodblock for Beginners Workshop.See a video on how a Japanese woodblock is trial printed!Jennifer Lim is an artist and printmaker trained in Australia and Japan, and loves to share printmaking techniques and her Peranakan heritage. Learn more about her upcoming debut solo show and demonstration sessions: www.jenniferlimdesign.com