Winter 2026
Resist & Layer: Gel Plate Monotype Printing
NEW Class!​
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Sunday, February 22, from 1 pm - 4 pm EST
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~3 hours
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Live Online via Zoom (Recorded)
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$85 Early Bird Pricing Jan 27th, 9 am EST - Feb 13th, 9 am EST
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$105 Standard Pricing Feb 13th - Feb 21st, 9 am EST
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Format: presented via Zoom as a lecture and demonstration, using slides and an overhead camera.
Curious about gel plate printing or feeling confused by the printing process? Are you finding gel plate transfers maddening? You are not alone; help is here!
Join artist and educator Laura Weiler for “Resist and Layer: Gel Plate Printing,” a ~3-hour LIVE and RECORDED gel plate workshop that demystifies the gelli plate monotype printing process.
We’ll discuss the differences among gel plates, paints, and papers, and how they can impact a successful transfer. We will answer common questions, including “How the hell do I make this photo transfer work?” and “What the heck is even happening here?” and expand on ways to achieve satisfying peels off the plate. You will also learn paper stencil strategies, discover ways to “think in layers,” and hear highlights on color combinations, source materials, extended resources, and practical ways to stay creatively inspired.
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This course is for anyone who:
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Wants to understand the gel plate phototransfer and printing process.
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Wants to know the differences between gel plates, tools, paints, and paper.
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Wants to grow their technical skills and knowledge in gel plate printing.
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Wants to cultivate a more inspired and disciplined art practice.
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What you get:
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​A warm and informative learning environment, with questions encouraged.
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3+ hours of the Recorded Workshop content to view until May 11th, 2026.
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A “Resist & Layer: Gel Plate Printing” PDF Booklet with highlights from the workshop.
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A deeper understanding of the monotype printing process.
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Session at a Glance:
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What is Gel plate printing?
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Printing tool and brand review
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Plates
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Papers
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Paints
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Tools/Printers
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Best practices for care and cleaning
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Source Material
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Color
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Photo-transfer techniques (Live demo)
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Paper stencil techniques (Live demo)
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Common printing problems and solutions
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Resources
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Q&A
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***A "Welcome to Resist & Layer" email with Zoom link and workshop details will be sent out on February 13th, 20th, and the morning of the 22nd before the workshop.
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***If you would like to attend and live outside of the continental US, please input your shipping address as listed in the US at checkout. You may also use the mailing address of PO BOX 1781, Portage, MI 49081
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Common Questions:
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Will there be a LIVE DEMO? Yes! I will be sharing a LIVE demonstration of the printing process viewed through an overhead camera in conjunction with a slide and lecture format.
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Is this RECORDED to view later? Yes! You do not need to attend the LIVE Demo and workshop to benefit from the info in “Resist & Layer.” The recording is available for three months post-workshop, and the PDF is yours forever.
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Is there a materials list? I do not send a materials list before the workshop, as I will be reviewing several brands of plates, paints, and papers during our time together. Participants are encouraged to review the recording and PDF to determine what combination of brands and products works best for their budget and art practice. ​
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Coming Spring 2026
Collage 101: Snips, Pastes, and Papers
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Sunday, April 19
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1 pm - 4 pm EST USA
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~2.5 hours
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Online via Zoom (Recorded)
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Sign-up opens on March 24 at 12 pm EST
Join artist and educator Laura Weiler for a guided demonstration of the technical world of collage. This live workshop offers a comprehensive foundation in the tools, materials, and application techniques behind cut-and-paste art. You’ll follow along as Laura dives deep into adhesives, cutting tools, and substrates, exploring how they interact (and sometimes don’t!) across a wide range of materials.
Through clear, close-up demos, Laura will share best practices for using different glues, papers, blades, and backings. You’ll also get a broad overview of trusted brands and tools, plus an inside look at her favorite sourcing methods, storage tips, and collage art resources.
This course is for anyone who:
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Has a question or curiosity about the technical side of college art
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Wants to deepen their knowledge and skill set as a beginner or intermediate paper artist
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Wants a creative outlet that is affordable and accessible
What you get:
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​A warm and informative learning environment, with questions encouraged
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2+ hours of the recorded workshop content
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A “Collage 101” PDF Booklet with all the information from the workshop
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A solid foundation of the technical end of collage art
Our Session at a Glance:
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Collage at a Glance
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Building Your Kit
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Cutting Tools (Live Demo)
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Adhesives (Live Demo)
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Substrates and Sourcing
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Work Environments and Storage
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A peek into copyright
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Collage as Daily Practice
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Collage Community and Resources
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Q&A​
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Collage 201: Personal Style and Process
Sunday, May 17
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~2.5 hours
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Online via Zoom (Recorded)
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More information coming Spring 2026
Curious about deepening your collage style and understanding your creative process?
Join artist and educator Laura Weiler for "Collage 201: Personal Style and Process,” a ~2.5-hour collage workshop focused on becoming an active creative explorer. We’ll discuss composition techniques, sources of style and inspiration, as well as step-by-step approaches designed to help elevate your work. You’ll also learn practical strategies and discover resources to help overcome common creative blocks, build a more consistent art practice, and uncover new dimensions of your process.
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This course is for anyone who:
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Has a question or curiosity about collage composition, storytelling, and design.
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Wants to deepen their knowledge and skill set as a beginner or intermediate paper artist.
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Wants to cultivate a more inspired and disciplined art practice.​
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What you get:
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​A warm and informative learning environment, with questions encouraged.
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2+ hours of the Recorded Workshop content.
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A “Collage 201” PDF Booklet with highlights from the workshop.
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A dense amount of resources and information to enrich your art practice.
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Our session at a glance:
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Collage Thinking
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Design Principles
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Composition
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Color
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Elements
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Aesthetic
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Approach
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Process (Live Demo)
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Experimentation
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Finding Flow
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Blocks
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Motivation & Habits
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Environment & Materials
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Personal Identity
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Resources
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Q&A
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reviews
"Collage 201 is easily one of the most meaningful experiences I have had so far in my journey with collage. Laura's content was so thoughtfully curated! The session included information and resources on the anatomy of collage, the process of creation, and practices to overcome mental roadblocks with collage. Each section was framed with thoughtful quotes/research, provided visual resources, and offered meaningful oppotunities for self-reflection. I already appreciated her work, and I developed a real trust and appreciation for her as a teacher or guide in this session. Highly recommend!"
-Muriel S from "Collage 201"
"Laura's 101 class is perfectly organized for gaining a foundation or building an art practice around collage. Inspiring, practical and full of helpful information." -Kelly M. from Collage 101
"Collage 201 delivered more than I was expecting. Laura has a wealth of information, and she knows how to share it in an interesting and yet succinct way. She packs a lot in and yet it is easy to digest. I was delighted to get a peak into her creative process and to learn how she tackles problems like creative blocks, finding inspiration, and staying in flow. She gives you tips, resources, and so much more."
-Donna H. from "Collage 201"
"... I didn't want the class to end. Laura is a gifted artist and teacher. She gives 100% of herself. She provides a well rounded approach to supplies, techniques and creative inspiration. The information is presented beautifully. She creates a kind and encouraging environment. Anyone wanting to have a daily creative should take a class with Laura."
-Michelle G. from Collage Fundamentals for Daily Art Practice
"This was a fantastic and comprehensive beginner course. I was unable to attend in person so the PDF and recording was a great value add. Laura was very approachable and exhibited a vast expanse of knowledge about collage and art in general. I am very grateful that this was available as I start my practice." -Oscar T. from Collage 101
"Laura's knowledge and professionalism shine through in her workshops very well. Her thoughtfulness and preparation were apparent and made for a really engaging and interesting workshop. After her collage 201 class I feel inspired and ready to try new techniques to level up my collage skills. I never sign up for these kinds of things, but Laura's calm and steady manner and consistent style speak to me in a way that makes me happy to support her as an artist."
-Kendall R. from "Collage 201"
"Laura is a fountain of information and resources about collage, a true and knowledgeable expert in various modes of working. I enjoyed a three-hour session with her, it passed all too quickly."
-George S. from Collage 101
"Laura is a lovely artist and teacher whose passion for creating comes through in her work. I'm so glad i took her collage 101 workshop, it inspired me to start collaging again and i'm having lots of fun with it."
-Kendall R. from Collage 101
"I've taken two of Laura's workshops and appreciate all the thought and detail she gives to her presentations, and recourse materials. The workshops provide instructions, demonstrations, and feedback on technique, sources, process, skills and lots of helpful suggestions, resources, insights and inspiration. Look forward to more!"
-Alyson J
“This class was such a good value. In addition to coming away knowing everything I need to get started and to have an attitude of experimentation, I also felt like it helped me know what I don't know and what I'd like to learn next! I really appreciated that the cost included getting the key content and class recording afterwards.”
-Sara Z from Collage 101
"Laura is a very knowledgeable and heartfelt artist and teacher. She explains her craft with intention and answers questions in a thoughtful manner. Her collage 201 class was quite informative and I look forward to learning more from her in the future."
-Julie E. from "Collage 201"
"Laura was very informative and patient in the 101 class and answered all of our questions. She shared everything from types of cutting tools and adhesives to daily practice and community resources. Laura is a wealth of knowledge and I am looking forward to taking her future classes."
-Collage 101 Participant
"Laura is so sweet, personable, and super helpful! She shared resources, supply preferences, and techniques, and was very clear and informative when answering any questions about collage how-tos. She made me feel very prepared to collage on my own, and I also can’t wait to take another one of her classes!"
-Donna W. from Collage 101
"I really enjoyed all of it! Laura's preparation and expertise were appreciated and apparent. I was a bit blown away by the collage materials available for us to use - those were some gorgeous and fun papers. Laura went above and beyond with the generous take-home collage bundles which I have been putting to use thanks to her strong encouragement, what you said stuck with 'Now you have no excuses not to do this at home.'"
-Mel L. from in-person workshop "Playing with Paper"
"Taking Laura’s collage workshop was a wonderful experience. I worried a little that I might be the only novice there but was quickly put at ease. Laura created a really warm, lovely, inviting atmosphere while also packing in a lot of info and techniques. I left feeling inspired and looking forward to experimenting with collage. "
-Brooke K. from in-person workshop "Playing with Paper"
"Laura is my go-to when it comes to questions about ambitious art processes. The commitment I've seen from Laura to push herself in learning how to work with new mediums has inspired me to take more chances myself."
-Jordan C. from Handcut Comedy
'...Laura's collage workshop was one of the most beneficial activities I've done in the past few years. Who knew that sitting around cutting things up and pasting them to a sheet of paper could be so enlightening?... The reminder to embrace our creative being and to recognize its value and centrality in our human existence was so perfect for this particular moment in history, and of course is always relevant.'
-Liz S. from an in-person workshop
"This college workshop was like no other collage experience that I have had. Laura's own amazing work opened doors of creativity for me. I so appreciated her generosity with materials. These old magazines were such treasures, and have primed the possibilities for further play. I ran home and began organizing my fat folder of "loved images" into categories. I'm ready to begin my next project. Such a fun, meditative, and creative day.
-Zannah M. from and in-person workshop
“Laura was a fantastic instructor and she thought of every detail. From the warm-up exercises to the final product—she guided us on a journey of creative exploration and play that was fun and nourishing for the creative spirit. Whether you are a creative novice or an artistic genius—something about tearing paper and Laura’s gentle guidance will speak to you."
- Katie K. from an in-person workshop