In this workshop you will be taught the ancient art of Japanese Suminagashi Marbling using traditional techniques and materials you will learn this beautiful meditative technique in a quiet and relaxing atmosphere!

Catherine will bring traditional tools for participants to see and handle as well as examples of work. You will also learn about the history of the artform.  Catherine learnt how to grind Japanese ink when she was 16 years old before starting on her path in Western calligraphy. Her suminagashi is held in private collections (in journals and artworks) and in public collections such as the Scottish Parliament and the Scottish National Archives.

• Materials provided – please wear old/unloved clothing!

• Light refreshments provided but please bring along a packed lunch

ABOUT YOUR TUTOR

Catherine studied painting and conservation of works of art on paper in New York and London and has taught workshops in Scotland and the UK. Her specialism is working with words and paper: calligraphic, letterpress and book arts. She is passionate about the benefits of the creative process itself and not merely the outcome. Her work, including Suminagashi, is held in private and public collections including the Scottish Parliament and Scottish National Archives and the UK House of Lords.