# Event Details - **Event Name**: Learn how to use your Gelli plate - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Learn how to get the best from your Gelli plateAbout this EventThis relaxed, hands-on Gelli Printing Workshop at my studio on Rochester High Street is perfect if you’ve received a Gelli plate as a gift (or have had one sitting in a drawer for ages) and want to learn how to get the most out of it.Over 3 hours, we’ll explore the joyful, unpredictable world of Gelli plate printing - a fun, accessible form of printmaking that encourages creative play. No experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to experiment.Here’s what the Gelli Printing workshop covers:INTRODUCING THE GELLI PLATEWe’ll begin with a bit of background - a quick history (they’ve been around for over 150 years!) and introduction to the Gelli plate, how it works and what makes it so wonderfully versatile. Then we’ll dive straight into experimenting.IMPRINTS & TEXTUREWe’ll start by creating backgrounds and imprints using a selection of natural materials such as leaves, feathers, grasses and flowers.Then we’ll try out a range of textured objects like bubble wrap, buttons, hessian, shells, string and textured wallpaper - anything that creates interesting marks and patterns.This part of the session is all about play and experimentation - layering colour, texture and shape to create one-of-a-kind prints.STENCILSNext, we’ll explore stencils - how to design, cut and use them to build up pattern and structure in your prints. We’ll experiment with positive and negative shapes, layering colours and textures to see how simple cut-outs can completely transform a print.IMAGE TRANSFERFinally, we’ll explore the transfer technique - one of the most sought-after Gelli printing methods. Using printed images, we’ll create bold, graphic prints with strong contrast and clear detail, based on the principles of lithography.CONCERTINA ART BOOKAs time allows, we’ll select our favourite prints and turn them into a simple concertina artist book to take home - a lovely keepsake of your creative play and a great way to showcase your prints together.This is a friendly, welcoming workshop - a safe space to experiment, play with colour and texture, and try new techniques in a supportive setting. You’ll leave with a stack of prints, plenty of ideas and the confidence to keep creating at home.This Gelli printing workshop, which takes place in Rochester, Kent is ideal for beginners, mixed media artists or anyone wanting to dive into a creative hobby. All materials are provided and you’ll take home a stack of your own vibrant prints plus a handmade concertina artist book (as time permits). Come along, relax, and enjoy a few creative hours in an artist’s studio - the perfect way to relax with colour, play and inspiration.RefundsRefunds are not available on this workshop, however you can transfer your booking to a friend. If you need to do so then please get in touch. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chatham/learn-how-to-use-your-gelli-plate/100001989242105687 - **Event Categories**: art, workshops, music, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Nucleus Arts Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 38.62, max: 38.62, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Chatham - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Nucleus Arts Centre - **lat**: 51.3805483 - **long**: 0.528594 - **full address**: Nucleus Arts Centre, 272 High Street, Chatham, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Learn how to use your Gelli plate - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a2147eca8afb1c8455d7d54c625647df5b34f5657b839c135269323daa3c46e6-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc2d2e65-gmir.jpg?v=1778728757 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Learn how to use your Gelli plate being held? - **A:** Learn how to use your Gelli plate takes place on Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am to Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Nucleus Arts Centre, 272 High Street, Chatham, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Learn how to use your Gelli plate? - **A:** Learn how to use your Gelli plate is organized by iPrintedThat. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Learn how to use your Gelli plate is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chatham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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