Martha pulling a print at a demo at BeGallery, High Falls, NYFIRST CLAYPRINT WORKSHOP OF 2012: Sunday, March 11, 2012
at martha castillo clayprint studios, 772 Clara Drive, Palo Alto, CA
NOTE: A two-day option may be available. (see details below)
Online or snail-mail registration details below.
For other workshop dates, or to customize your own, contact us for info:
mail@marthacastillo.net or (650) 493-7763.
NORTH BAY WORKSHOP: April 21, 2012
Richmond Art Center is hosting another Clayprint Workshop
in Richmond CA. register at Richmond Art Center
Douglas Preston, internationally acclaimed best-selling author, says of Martha's clayprints: "I love the work of Martha Castillo. She combines color, mystery, spirit and form in a way that speaks strongly to me. Her work is a valued part of my collection."
- Come learn how she does it at the next workshop: Sunday, March 11, 2012.
A full day of clayprinting: learn a new print form, or refresh your knowledge in the first workshop of the new year.. Sign up now!
Can't make this date? Send me a few alternates and I will try to coordinate with other students. Better yet, get 2 or 3 friends to join you for a custom workshop of your own. (Dates to be arranged)
What is included in a 1 Day Clayprint Workshop?
A scheduled One-Day workshop is Saturday or Sunday, 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. $125 /workshop
An additional $30 materials fee for new students includes the clay slab 'printing plate' to keep.
Materials fee waived for returning students, who bring their own slab.
** A two-day option may be available, minimum enrollment required. Contact us for details.
Register now for the 2012 Spring workshop before it fills.
Or download a Registration form: click here (pdf file).
GENERAL WORKSHOP INFORMATION:
Workshops are hands-on and accommodate both beginning and returning students. They include a quick introduction to the wonderful art and history of clayprinting, with all you need to know to get started. Returning students will enjoy a review, and catch up on the latest ideas and techniques. Small class size, lots of individual attention. Drinks are provided. Bring a sack lunch.
A workshop student building layers of color on her slab, at Martha Castillo Clayprint Studios, Palo Alto, CA
Workshops Include:
- Daily demonstration(s)
- Work at your own pace
- Lots of individual attention
- Materials*: "Reemay" (to print on), clay, slips, pigments, a 16" x 20" base board to hold the slab, and the use of some tools to work on your prints
- For returning students, the materials fee is waived
- Drinks are provided (Bring a sack lunch or restaurants are nearby)
*Additional Reemay will be available to purchase during the workshop. The clay slab may be reused indefinitly, to continue your work at your own studio. A workshop materials list will be provided to registered students.