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Marble Paper
WITH GARDEN-INSPIRED COLORS

Learn the art of Suminagashi – a Japanese technique that uses special inks floating on water to marble paper, resulting in free-flowing abstract prints. These marbled papers are beautiful on their own as standalone artworks and make excellent additions to collages, scrapbooks, and more! In this workshop, participants will explore this unique and accessible technique to marble paper with colors inspired by the Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens. Students will start by creating several marbled paper prints in swirling floral colors. Then, they’ll experiment with using masking fluid to craft “negative space” botanical designs on some of their prints. By the end of the workshop, students will walk away with a collection of marbled papers and at least one “negative space” botanical image, combining masking fluid and Suminagashi techniques!

Fees: Member $60, Non-Member $72

All programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our website is required.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden, please contact MeganC@lewisginter.org or call 804-262-9887 x320 and we will make our best effort to help.

Register Member $60

Register Non-Member $72

Dates:
Friday, August 15, 2025 - Friday, August 22, 2025
Time:
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Event Details

All materials provided.

Meet the instructor

Grace Mae Huddleston (she/they) is a multi-media artist and educator based in Richmond, VA. She has taught for 10 years in community centers, schools, and universities. As an educator, Grace empowers adults and teens of all skill levels to deepen their connection to art making. Her teaching emphasizes skill building and creativity, and she loves it when students put personality into their creations! Grace primarily teaches all things 2D, including drawing, painting, printmaking and mixed media.

In her own art practice, Grace creates vibrant prints, drawings, paintings, and textiles. Nature is her main inspiration, and currently she is working on a printmaking series based on native Virginia plants and animals. She has shown and published her art in contexts ranging from zines and academic journals, to cafes and formal concert halls, as well as galleries and museums. Grace is a recipient of the Russell Foundation Grant and the VCUarts Inclusive Grant.

Website: www.gracemaehuddleston.art
Instagram @by.gracemae