Hilde Hoekstra (@hoeksart) is an experienced artist who has been working with various printmaking techniques for years. Her great passion? Monoprinting with a gel plate. This technique has completely captivated her – and you'll understand why as soon as you try it yourself. What is a gel plate? A gel plate (also called a Gelli Plate) is a flexible printing plate made of silicone and gelatine. Sounds technical, but it's actually wonderfully accessible! You can easily work with acrylic paint, oil paint, or printing ink – and the possibilities are endless. Work in layers, play with shapes and textures, incorporate photos from magazines… Every print yields a unique result. No two prints are the same!

Why this workshop?

• You don’t have to be an artist – beginners are very welcome

• You work with professional materials: gel plates, rollers, acrylic paints, stencils and acid-free paper

• No fuss with special ink – acrylic paint dries quickly and is easy to use

• You're guaranteed to go home with a surprising, unique print of yourself

Under Hilde's enthusiastic guidance, you will discover how versatile and playful this technique is. You will surprise your own creativity!

Minimum 6 – maximum 10 participants For adults and children aged 12 and over – for beginners and advanced learners Book quickly – the groups have deliberately been kept small for optimal guidance!

Sign up via https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/ontdek-de-magie-van-gelprinting-tickets-1988820609982?aff=oddtdtcreator

This workshop is part of the Exhibition kR*8!, which runs from 27 May to 14 June, featuring various artists. More info: www.kunstRUIM.amsterdam