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Second weekend in September.
2026: Friday, Sept 11, 5:00 PM -
Sunday, Sept 13, 1:00 PMFall is a perfect time to capture the intensity of color and depth of detail in botanical printing. Plants are offering up powerful color and tannins, producing a captivating array of outcomes.
This deep dive will include the essentials of botanical printing, plus important new techniques, free studio time, and collaboration with others. Our weekend together will be an exploration into the many variations that botanical printing can offer.
On Friday, we’ll begin with the essentials of botanical printing. Each participant will gather plants from the garden and create a series of small prints that demonstrate the unique qualities of each plant.
On Saturday morning, we will learn how to prep fibers for printing, from scouring to mixing and fixing mordants, and will explore how different mordants affect the outcome of each print. We’ll also learn how to use a natual dye blanket to bring background color to each print.
On Saturday afternoon and Sunday, participants will have free time to dive into printing with the instructor present for questions and guidance, and supportive snacks, of course. :)
More details:
All materials provided and included in cost of the event.
Friday evening supper, Saturday and Sunday noon meals, and continuous snacks and beverages are provided and included in the cost of the event.
Lodging is available for an additional cost, and will include continental breakfast. Participants in the retreat will receive a 35% discount for two night stays or more.
Saturday evening meal in not provided, but there are usually leftovers in the fridge to supplement a light supper potluck for anyone staying on site.
Please email, call or text Anna Geyer to reserve lodging or to ask additional questions. landalliancefolk@gmail.com. 319.325.6609.
Second weekend in September.
2026: Friday, Sept 11, 5:00 PM -
Sunday, Sept 13, 1:00 PMFall is a perfect time to capture the intensity of color and depth of detail in botanical printing. Plants are offering up powerful color and tannins, producing a captivating array of outcomes.
This deep dive will include the essentials of botanical printing, plus important new techniques, free studio time, and collaboration with others. Our weekend together will be an exploration into the many variations that botanical printing can offer.
On Friday, we’ll begin with the essentials of botanical printing. Each participant will gather plants from the garden and create a series of small prints that demonstrate the unique qualities of each plant.
On Saturday morning, we will learn how to prep fibers for printing, from scouring to mixing and fixing mordants, and will explore how different mordants affect the outcome of each print. We’ll also learn how to use a natual dye blanket to bring background color to each print.
On Saturday afternoon and Sunday, participants will have free time to dive into printing with the instructor present for questions and guidance, and supportive snacks, of course. :)
More details:
All materials provided and included in cost of the event.
Friday evening supper, Saturday and Sunday noon meals, and continuous snacks and beverages are provided and included in the cost of the event.
Lodging is available for an additional cost, and will include continental breakfast. Participants in the retreat will receive a 35% discount for two night stays or more.
Saturday evening meal in not provided, but there are usually leftovers in the fridge to supplement a light supper potluck for anyone staying on site.
Please email, call or text Anna Geyer to reserve lodging or to ask additional questions. landalliancefolk@gmail.com. 319.325.6609.
