Two Day “Collagraph and Beyond” with Kay Watanabe

Discover the creative possibilities of Collagraph Printmaking in this hands-on two-day workshop with Brisbane-based artist Kay Watanabe.

Collagraph, or collograph, is a versatile printmaking technique in which impressions are printed from a plate, made in a low-toxic way, with easily available materials. The plates are made by glueing various materials onto a rigid base and/or by cutting into its surface. Collagraph can be printed as a relief print by hand and as intaglio mostly by using an etching press.

Kay Watanabe is a Brisbane-based printmaker and has created many of her works using this technique. In this workshop, Kay will teach how to create a collagraph plate effectively and to create a clean collagraph print both in relief and intaglio. This fun, two-day, and fast-paced workshop is for those who would like to try printmaking for the first time as well as printmakers who would like to extend their practice.

Event details

• When: Wednesday 24 & Thursday 25 June, 2026, 10am – 4pm
• Where: Gatakers Artspace Print Studio
• Cost: $150 per person (Valued at $385, this workshop is available at a discounted rate thanks to funding support from RADF Grant).
• Suitable for: Adults only

What to expect:

• Day 1, participants will create relief print to learn the basics of collagraph. They will also create plates to print on Day 2.
• Day 2, participants will print intaglio collagraphs. They will also learn such techniques as chine-colle, a la poupee and a relief roll up.

What to bring:

• Design ideas good for A5-sized plates
• Notebook
• Participants must wear enclosed shoes and wear clothes that can be dirtied. (Aprons will be supplied)

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Workshop Cancellation Policy

Gatakers Artspace cannot accept responsibility for any changes in personal circumstances. Missed workshops or change of mind are at your own expense.  If a participant chooses to cancel their confirmed registration, or cannot or does not attend the workshop, the following will apply:

• The registered participant may invite another person to substitute their place in the workshop (in which they are registered) at any time at no charge;
• If notice is received 2 or less days from the scheduled starting date, a refund will not be offered;
• If a workshop is cancelled by Gatakers Artspace a full refund or a reschedule will be provided. Gatakers Artspace will endeavour to advise participants of cancellation at least 48 hours prior to workshop.