![]() ![]() These live printing events will be led by master letterpress machinist Graham Judd of Inkiana Press in Auckland screen-print legend Thomas Lynch of Artisan Screen Prints in Levin and woodblock artist Hamish Oakley-Browne, director of Te Kowhai Print Studio in Whangarei.” Talks and prints for sale This is where you’ll have the opportunity to print your own calico patch, tote bag or bookmark to take away with you. “You can have a go at pulling a squeegee, rolling a brayer, and inking up a plate or two in our free Print Lab. Also, you can see how two different artists approach screen-printing with Toni Mosley from Auckland and Paora Tiatoa from Matakana Island in Tauranga. From Wellington, Tim Li will give the audience an insight into Gyotaku – the traditional Japanese art of printing directly from fish species. Or you can learn how to transform your used milk cartons into beautiful Tetrapak prints with Auckland artist Anita Mudaliar. ![]() Ina says, “You can see print demos and discover tips and tricks of traditional methods such as paper marbling from master printer John Pusateri of Auckland Print Studio and the best tissue paper to use for chine collè with Alexis Neal, a regular tutor at Brown School of Art. In the chill out zone, visitors can connect with old and new print friends while sampling Jamaican food from the Gracefully Jerked food truck. See the full programme of both free and ticketed events Tips and tricksįestival goers can experience a range of print related activities, open to the public. The country with an outstanding array of techniques to inspire visitors.” “The festival will feature some of the best established and emerging print artists in You can meet the printers and artists, learn about the process, try it yourself, and buy some original prints. She says, “Over the two days, you can catch an exciting line up of live printmaking demonstrations, artist talks, a print fair, and workshops. The festival takes place at the Corban Estate Arts Centre, 2 Mt Lebanon Lane, Henderson. Printopia is Auckland’s inaugural festival of original print, celebrating traditional and contemporary printmaking processes.” She says, “Whether you are a creator, collector or simply an admirer of handmade prints, this is for you. Set down for May 7-8, Printopia will appeal to all kinds of “print junkies”, according to festival director Ina Arraoui. Organisers say a new festival called Printopia will celebrate traditional and contemporary print. ![]()
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