Handmade Paper

Course summary

This paper making workshop is 3 hours of hands-on, creative fun with an expert tutor. You will learn the ancient art of paper making from start to finish. From basic pulp paper making techniques, to pulp production, forming, couching and drying, you will make beautiful finished handmade paper you can take home. We encourage you to reuse, reinvent and recycle and turn your paper scraps, veggie waste and garden cuts into your own handmade paper.

What you will get

• all materials supplied to make your own paper
• notes and paper making recipes to continue your learning
• your own creation to take home
• a fun and informative workshop

What to bring

• apron
• feel free to bring along a selection of flora from your gardens

About the tutor

Michelle (Mitch) Lackenby is qualified and lectures in the areas of Visual Communication, Graphic Design and Photography and has always been obsessed with pushing the boundaries of paper art and design within the realm of paper and bookbinding. She has over 20 years industry experience in creative fields which lead to the opening of her own business specialising in artist services, design and workshops. As the creative Director of Paperazzi Design Studio, Mitch oversees the branding, photo shoots, art/design direction for the business. Mitch is also the resident Paper Artist for Paperazzi Design Studio where she collaborates with other artists and is currently working on the prototypes for their new product range.