Wednesday, March 2, 2011

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

Greatmore Studios, Cape Town, 2 – 16 April 2011
Closing date for applications: 7th March 2011


Thupelo Workshop for Printmakers
WORKSHOP DATES: 2 to 16 April 2011
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 7th March 2011 (12:00pm)

Established printmakers are invited to apply for the Thupelo Workshop 2011 which will be held at Greatmore Art Studios, Woodstock, Cape Town.

The workshop:

  • will focus on oil and water based proof prints using woodcuts, lino cuts, mono prints, silkscreen, dry point and collagraph
  • will include up to 20 artists all with experience in various print making practices
  • will provide an environment for experimentation, the exchange of ideas and skills and the encouragement to expand one’s own practice

Applicants need to commit to working all day, everyday.

The workshop will:

  • provide basic materials but artists should also bring their own rollers, cutting tools, pegs, aprons, ideas and any other special requirements
  • provide shared accommodation for up to 6 people on a first come first serve basis
  • serve lunch daily
  • offer a small budget for local transport
  • end with an exhibition including a catalogue

The two week workshop will end with an open day exhibition on the15th and 16th of April 2011 at Greatmore Art Studios.

To download the application form, go here: http://www.greatmoreart.org/the-news.html

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