Unleash your creativity in this immersive 3-hour workshop blending two ancient Japanese art forms: Suminagashi (the art of floating ink) and Gyotaku (the traditional technique of fish printing).

Suminagashi: Discover the magic of marbling as you guide ink across water’s surface to create hypnotic, one-of-a-kind prints. No two are ever the same—let the chaos flow!

Gyotaku: Get hands-on with nature as you ink sea life replicas* and press them to paper, capturing intricate textures and lifelike details in a bold, beautiful statement.

Perfect for adventurous beginners and seasoned artists alike. By this end of this workshop, participants will:

• Understand the history and purpose of Gyotaku as both art and documentation.
• Learn inking and printing techniques using sumi ink and replica fish.
• Explore composition, pressure, and texture control.
• Create a set of original prints from 6 different sea-life forms.

Just bring your curiosity—and clothes you don’t mind getting inky.

*No live shellfish is used

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About the Artist

With a degree in Graphic Design and a strong background in brand management, Leigh brings a unique blend of creative vision and strategic thinking to her art. After years in the corporate world, she returned to her artistic roots following the birth of her children, rediscovering her passion for visual storytelling and creative expression.

Today, she channels that passion into both her personal work and her teaching. She currently serves as an art instructor at an alternative school for at-risk and foster care youth, where she uses art as a tool for healing, empowerment, and self-discovery. In addition to her work in the classroom, she also leads workshops, classes, and summer camps at local art centers, townships, and public libraries, sharing her love for art with diverse communities and age groups. Her work and teaching are grounded in the belief that art is for everyone — a powerful way to connect, reflect, and grow.

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