Kathy Johnson Art
Eco-Printing Workshop
Eco-Printing Workshop
Capture the Beauty of Nature on Paper
Spend a relaxing day exploring the fascinating process of eco-printing while creating one-of-a-kind papers
using leaves and flowers gathered from my garden.
using leaves and flowers gathered from my garden.
Eco-printing is a wonderful blend of nature, experimentation, and surprise. As bundles are opened throughout the day, you'll discover how different plants, papers, mordants, and natural dyes work together to create beautiful botanical prints that can never be exactly duplicated.
Whether you're a mixed-media artist, bookmaker, collage artist, printmaker, or simply curious about the process, this workshop will give you a solid foundation and plenty of inspiration to continue exploring at home.
No previous experience is necessary.
Throughout the day, we'll cover the basics of eco-printing, including:
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You'll prepare and 'cook' five different eco-print bundles:
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You’ll experiment with a wide assortment of papers, including printmaking paper, watercolor paper, deli paper, graph paper, security-envelope patterned paper, garden book pages, sheet music, copy paper, coffee filters, mulberry paper, and a few surprises.
Your finished papers are perfect for collages, handmade books, journals, cards,
mixed-media projects, gift tags, and more.
What past students are saying...
I cannot recommend this class highly enough!
Kathy is a superb and thorough teacher, and the class kit is full of her garden’s goodies. It's
overgenerous and so well-planned. I love my papers, and I want more eco-printing in my life!!!
Kimberly Logocki
“Thank you, Kathy! I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed this class and appreciate all you have so generously shared with us.
I learned so much. I can’t wait to work with the beautiful papers I dyed, and I’ve already begun collecting and drying
some leaves growing here around my house. I look forward to another class with you soon.”
Deb Dugan
“Thank you, Kathy, for a great class and for sharing your garden treasures and knowledge so freely! I really love every page I printed in the process.
Each had its own magic and possibilities. I’m so glad I signed up for this class. You are so well organized, easy to follow,
thorough, and your passion for your art and garden is so evident in everything. The package for the class was so beautifully presented with such care,
I knew I was going to have fun. Thank you so very much for a fun, interesting, and informative class!”
Louise Regan
I cannot recommend this class highly enough!
Kathy is a superb and thorough teacher, and the class kit is full of her garden’s goodies. It's
overgenerous and so well-planned. I love my papers, and I want more eco-printing in my life!!!
Kimberly Logocki
“Thank you, Kathy! I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed this class and appreciate all you have so generously shared with us.
I learned so much. I can’t wait to work with the beautiful papers I dyed, and I’ve already begun collecting and drying
some leaves growing here around my house. I look forward to another class with you soon.”
Deb Dugan
“Thank you, Kathy, for a great class and for sharing your garden treasures and knowledge so freely! I really love every page I printed in the process.
Each had its own magic and possibilities. I’m so glad I signed up for this class. You are so well organized, easy to follow,
thorough, and your passion for your art and garden is so evident in everything. The package for the class was so beautifully presented with such care,
I knew I was going to have fun. Thank you so very much for a fun, interesting, and informative class!”
Louise Regan
You'll leave with a beautiful collection of eco-printed papers and the knowledge
to continue experimenting on your own.
Location: My home garden/studio in Waterford, Connecticut
Time: 10:00 am–3:30 pm
Class Size: Minimum 4 • Maximum 6 students
Cost: $195
(all supplies included)
We'll take a 45–60 minute lunch break while the bundles are cooking.
Please bring your own lunch. A refrigerator and microwave are available.
Coffee, tea, iced herbal tea, water, and light snacks will be provided.
Time: 10:00 am–3:30 pm
Class Size: Minimum 4 • Maximum 6 students
Cost: $195
(all supplies included)
We'll take a 45–60 minute lunch break while the bundles are cooking.
Please bring your own lunch. A refrigerator and microwave are available.
Coffee, tea, iced herbal tea, water, and light snacks will be provided.
3 workshop dates to choose from:
Saturday, August 8th
Saturday, September 12th
Saturday, October 3rd
Registration Policy
Because class materials are prepared in advance and class size is very limited, registration fees are non-refundable.
If you are unable to attend, please contact me as soon as possible. If your spot can be filled from a waiting list, I'll be happy to refund your registration fee (less any processing fees).
Minimum Enrollment Policy
If fewer than four students register, the class may be rescheduled or canceled.
In that event, you'll receive a full refund or the option to transfer your registration to a future class.
A confirmation email will be sent within 24 hours of your registration.
Because class materials are prepared in advance and class size is very limited, registration fees are non-refundable.
If you are unable to attend, please contact me as soon as possible. If your spot can be filled from a waiting list, I'll be happy to refund your registration fee (less any processing fees).
Minimum Enrollment Policy
If fewer than four students register, the class may be rescheduled or canceled.
In that event, you'll receive a full refund or the option to transfer your registration to a future class.
A confirmation email will be sent within 24 hours of your registration.