Botanical Gelli Plate Printing

Create Vintage Botanical Prints with Laser-Cut Stencils & Local Plants

Inspired by Sepia & Cyanotype Tones

This hands-on printmaking workshop, led by Vicki from VA Studio, invites participants to explore the creative process of Gelli plate printing through a vintage botanical lens. Perfect for beginners and seasoned creatives alike, the session focuses on building rich, textured prints using unconventional tools, laser-cut stencils, and natural materials.

Participants will use botanical plants sourced from the local park, combined with custom-designed laser-cut frames and stencil templates, to create prints with the nostalgic feel of sepia-toned photographs and cyanotype imagery. Through guided exploration, participants will experiment with earth-tone colour palettes, layering techniques, and creative mark-making.

Participants Will Learn To:

– Understand the basics of Gelli plate printing using alternative tools and techniques

– Pull prints directly from real botanical materials

– Incorporate laser-cut stencils and vintage-style frame designs

– Mix slow drying acrylics  to recreate a sepia or cyanotype effect

– Produce a collection of unique, vintage-style prints to take home

Held at Cass Art in Liverpool, this workshop offers a welcoming, playful environment designed to inspire creativity and connection with nature through print.

SUNDAY  5th  JULY 2026
SUNDAY  9th AUGUST 2026
1-3PM
Location: Cass Art Store,18 School Lane, Liverpool, L1 3BT
Price: £35 per person — all materials included

Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or simply looking for a new creative workshop in Liverpool, this session is made for you. No experience necessary — just curiosity.

Book your place now — spaces are limited!

Link: https://www.vatelierstudio.co.uk/product/gelli-printing-vintage-botanical-prints