April 26 - 27, 2025
Traditional Marbling on Specialty Papers, Cottons, and Silk Scarves (Start time: 9:00am , End time: Sat-5:00pm,Sun - 3:00pm)
Waterford Old School • 40222 Fairfax St. Waterford, VA 20197 Organized by Waterford Craft School
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Marbling is the art of floating paints on a base to create both intricate and freeform designs. The designs are then “printed” (transferred) onto fabric or paper. Unlike many Artforms which take years to master, Marbling on Fibers and Paper will thrill and inspire you with immediate gratification and success! Peggy teaches all the techniques for you to create a myriad of designs using carrageenen size (powdered seaweed) and acrylic paints. Designs you will learn include Swirl, Feather, Thistle, French Curl, Bird Wing, Frog’s Feet, Chevron, Peacock, Spanish Wave & Stone Marble. The first day begins with familiarizing yourself with the tools and steps of the marbling process. You will use these to create your designs on 9x12” fabrics and papers. As the day progresses, you will find that the details and uniqueness of your designs will be defined by your paint application technique, your choice of tools (thin/wide/doubles combs, rakes, dispersant, etc.) and your individual creativity. The second day continues with refining and interpreting your designs on larger surfaces of large papers and Fat quarter size cottons (18x23”) and silk scarves. In addition, on the afternoon of the second day, you will develop your own individual designs using all the new “tricks and tips” you’ve learned. By the end of the workshop, you will have created lots of marbled papers/fabrics which can be incorporated into collages, framed art, quilts, journal covers, scrapbooking, greeting cards and so much more. The materials fee is part of the total workshop fee includes all materials PLUS an extensive Handout Packet! The instructor brings everything that you will use during the workshop days. That way all you have to bring is your enthusiasm & curiosity!
Class price includes materials fee.
Class price includes materials fee.
Age and Gender
Ages 18-100