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Ex-Libris : create your own book stamp

creative book stamp making

Ex-libris are stamps that are used to mark books from a collection, usually used by libraries. In this class, Emilie will teach you how to design and make your very own custom Ex-libris stamp! You'll learn to design specifically…

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Duration 45–90 min
Group Size 4–19

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Description

Ex-libris are stamps that are used to mark books from a collection, usually used by libraries. In this class, Emilie will teach you how to design and make your very own custom Ex-libris stamp! 

You'll learn to design specifically for stamps, with clear examples to follow, for anyone to create your own ex-libris with no experience. and you'll get to carve your own stamp, learn to ink it and print with it, to start marking your own book collection! Never loose a book you've lensed with your unique personalised Ex-libris stamp! 

  • Design in black and white for stamp 

  • Carve a rubber block 

  • Everything about the material, inks and stamp design 

  • A great introduction to printmaking techniques! 

Emilie's classes are accessible and fun. No one is left behind and stamps are a great craft for those who are not confident about their drawing skills! Absolutely no experience required! 


Benefits

This class is a wonderful and fun way to discover the art of printmaking though a fun project accessible to complete beginners. 

- Culture : You'll get a sound understanding of the key principle of printmaking with an experience master printmaker, Emilie. 

- Wellbeing & creativity :  In a world where we spend an increasing amont of time in front of screen, going back to using your hands for this very accessible project will give you a moment of meanigniful creativity that can boost your confidence and simply help you relax and disconect ! 
- A creation of your own : You'll get your own personal Ex-Libris, assembles on a wood backing ! Leaving the workshop with your own creation will fill you with pride and joy! 

Hosted by Emilie Walsh

About the Host

I'm an artist and art educator expert with 15 years + experience in delivering high quality art workshops. My events are high quality, engaging and I adapt to the audience. I have a lot of experience working with corporate clients and I'm a great host and know how to make people confortable and confident.
I teach printmaking, drawing, watercolour and more and I have unique engaging curriculum such as drawing & mindfulness or fun easy class with a great outcome like making your own Ex-libris book stamp (for which I have an online course available in skillshare), or botanical watercolour that's very popular.
I'm also happy to develop workshops for clients with specific requests.

Travel Locations

I'm French and Australian. I have a studio in Melbourne (Brunswick East) and one in south of France (Aix-en-Provence). I live and work in between those two countries.
When I'm in Melbourne in willing to travel to Sydney (+[inquire]), and when in Aix-en-Provence in willing to travel to Paris (+[inquire])

Certifications & Credentials

I'm an expert in art education with relevant qualifications (phd in fine art, Master in education, certificate in blended pedagogy, etc) and I have a lot of experience running outstanding art workshops, including for corporate audience. I have PLI. I'm bilingual in French and English.

Focus Areas

Creative/Culture

Languages

English, French

Corporate Experience

Significant

Session Types Offered

Interactive & Passive

Past Experience Doing Sessions

Yes - Interactive

Client Requirements

Tables and chairs for every participant + one table or work bench for me for demonstration

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