Monotype Watercolour Printing Workshop With Cleo (6 Julne ’26)
This Watercolour Month, join us for a fun and creative morning exploring the expressive world of monotype, sometimes called the “Painter’s Print” or the “Painterly Print.” Monotype is a gestural, spontaneous printmaking medium, perfect for capturing the fluidity and delicate beauty of watercolor. Unlike other printing methods where multiple copies can be made, each monoprint is a singular, unique creation — a true original.
In this workshop, participants will experiment with watercolor monotype techniques, discovering how to create delicate, ethereal, and painterly effects. Transparent plates make it easy to trace reference images, whether from examples provided, your own photos, or other inspiration, making the process accessible and fun for all levels of experience.
Whether you’re an aspiring artist or simply seeking a creative outlet, this session provides a supportive environment to explore, experiment, and celebrate the magic of Watercolour Month through unique, one-of-a-kind prints.
Date: Saturday, 6 June – 2026
Time: 9:30 – 12:30 (3 hours)
Place: The Deckle Edge @ 13 Brickfield Road, Salt River
Workshops space limited booking essential
Includes all materials (please bring your own apron):
All materials will be supplied, including –
- watercolour dot cards and watercolours
- brushes
- printed reference images
- books and magazines
- fine art paper
- printing plates/sheets
- printing press (the deckle edge)
- gum arabic
- fine grit sand paper
- printing gauze
- cloths
- paper towel
.
You will also receive a 10% Deckle shopping coupon for the day of the workshop
Recommended age: All welcome from 14 years and up.
What you will learn:
During the workshop, attendees will gain hands-on experience with both press and non-press methods, allowing them to understand the nuances of each approach. Participants will learn how to prepare printing plates, apply mediums, and ultimately create their own monotype artworks. We will also consider the inherent visual aesthetics of different means of monotype creation and how this can be considered when rendering an image.
About the facilitatior:
My name is Chloe, nickname ‘Cleo’, and I am a visual artist and workshop instructor living and working in Cape Town, South Africa. I graduated with a BA (Fine Art) from Michaelis School of Fine Art in 2014 and completed my Masters in Visual Art through UNISA in 2021.
I have exhibited my work in various venues and galleries in Cape Town and abroad, including AVA Gallery, Youngblood Gallery, State of the Art Galley, Gallery ONE 11 and Art B Gallery, as well as Casa Petrarca, Figline Valdarno and Studio BONG in Florence, Italy, and at The Small Print Co. in London.
I regularly host cyanotype workshops, as well as other alternative photographic workshops such as Lumen, Phytogram and Polaroid Emulsion Lift workshops.
* Monotype printing is a form of printmaking in which the artist creates a unique, one-of-a-kind print. Unlike other printmaking techniques, such as etching or woodcut, where multiple copies of an image can be produced, each monotype is a singular piece of art.
The process involves applying ink or paint to a smooth, non-absorbent surface, such as a glass or metal plate. The artist then creates an image by manipulating the ink or paint on the plate using various tools, brushes, or even their fingers. Once the desired image is achieved, a sheet of paper is placed on top of the plate, and pressure is applied to transfer the ink or paint onto the paper.
The resulting print is characterized by its unique qualities, often showcasing expressive and spontaneous marks. Since each monotype is a one-time impression, artists are drawn to this technique for its unpredictability and the ability to experiment with different textures, colors, and techniques in each print. Monotype printing allows for a great deal of artistic freedom and creativity, making it a versatile and dynamic form of printmaking.
*If you need to cancel your workshop booking, please let us know by 11 a.m the weekday before the workshop. To help us support the facilitator, late cancellations will not be refunded. A credit for future events could be granted at our discretion.
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This Watercolour Month, join us for a fun and creative morning exploring the expressive world of monotype, sometimes called the “Painter’s Print” or the “Painterly Print.” Monotype is a gestural, spontaneous printmaking medium, perfect for capturing the fluidity and delicate beauty of watercolor. Unlike other printing methods where multiple copies can be made, each monoprint is a singular, unique creation — a true original.
In this workshop, participants will experiment with watercolor monotype techniques, discovering how to create delicate, ethereal, and painterly effects. Transparent plates make it easy to trace reference images, whether from examples provided, your own photos, or other inspiration, making the process accessible and fun for all levels of experience.
Whether you’re an aspiring artist or simply seeking a creative outlet, this session provides a supportive environment to explore, experiment, and celebrate the magic of Watercolour Month through unique, one-of-a-kind prints.
Date: Saturday, 6 June – 2026
Time: 9:30 – 12:30 (3 hours)
Place: The Deckle Edge @ 13 Brickfield Road, Salt River
Workshops space limited booking essential
Includes all materials (please bring your own apron):
All materials will be supplied, including –
- watercolour dot cards and watercolours
- brushes
- printed reference images
- books and magazines
- fine art paper
- printing plates/sheets
- printing press (the deckle edge)
- gum arabic
- fine grit sand paper
- printing gauze
- cloths
- paper towel
.
You will also receive a 10% Deckle shopping coupon for the day of the workshop
Recommended age: All welcome from 14 years and up.
What you will learn:
During the workshop, attendees will gain hands-on experience with both press and non-press methods, allowing them to understand the nuances of each approach. Participants will learn how to prepare printing plates, apply mediums, and ultimately create their own monotype artworks. We will also consider the inherent visual aesthetics of different means of monotype creation and how this can be considered when rendering an image.
About the facilitatior:
My name is Chloe, nickname ‘Cleo’, and I am a visual artist and workshop instructor living and working in Cape Town, South Africa. I graduated with a BA (Fine Art) from Michaelis School of Fine Art in 2014 and completed my Masters in Visual Art through UNISA in 2021.
I have exhibited my work in various venues and galleries in Cape Town and abroad, including AVA Gallery, Youngblood Gallery, State of the Art Galley, Gallery ONE 11 and Art B Gallery, as well as Casa Petrarca, Figline Valdarno and Studio BONG in Florence, Italy, and at The Small Print Co. in London.
I regularly host cyanotype workshops, as well as other alternative photographic workshops such as Lumen, Phytogram and Polaroid Emulsion Lift workshops.
* Monotype printing is a form of printmaking in which the artist creates a unique, one-of-a-kind print. Unlike other printmaking techniques, such as etching or woodcut, where multiple copies of an image can be produced, each monotype is a singular piece of art.
The process involves applying ink or paint to a smooth, non-absorbent surface, such as a glass or metal plate. The artist then creates an image by manipulating the ink or paint on the plate using various tools, brushes, or even their fingers. Once the desired image is achieved, a sheet of paper is placed on top of the plate, and pressure is applied to transfer the ink or paint onto the paper.
The resulting print is characterized by its unique qualities, often showcasing expressive and spontaneous marks. Since each monotype is a one-time impression, artists are drawn to this technique for its unpredictability and the ability to experiment with different textures, colors, and techniques in each print. Monotype printing allows for a great deal of artistic freedom and creativity, making it a versatile and dynamic form of printmaking.
*If you need to cancel your workshop booking, please let us know by 11 a.m the weekday before the workshop. To help us support the facilitator, late cancellations will not be refunded. A credit for future events could be granted at our discretion.
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