Upcoming Workshops
“Jenny’s workshop opened up for me a whole new way of working. Her generous and engaging approach to teaching made sure I came away with solid new knowledge and the skills to apply it. I highly recommend this workshop.”
Helen Mueller
“From the beginning of Jenny’s workshop I could tell I was being led by an expert printmaker and teacher. The workshop was well paced, with ample demonstrations and clear instructions, all delivered with good humour and encouragement. As a participant I was stretched to work outside my comfort zone in an enjoyable atmosphere of exploration and experimentation. I highly recommend this workshop.”
Gregory Alexander
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2-Day Japanese Paper Seaming and Backing Workshop with Jenny Robinson
3-4 October 2026, 2 days (Saturday/Sunday).
Cost: AUD $750 plus $45 studio fee. Limited to 5 participants. See Terms and Conditions below.
This in-depth workshop is designed for artist’s who want to take their work the next level by learning the traditional Japanese methods of chine colle, and seaming works together to create larger, tessellated works, adding collaged elements, and backing techniques for larger prints using traditionally cooked and prepared jin shofu (wheatpaste).
You will learn the correct method of handling and printing on fine Japanese papers, with the opportunity to experiment and expand your ideas. The workshop includes in depth demonstrations and collaborative practices, as well as a one hour Zoom meeting with all participants 2 weeks prior to the start of the workshop to discuss projects.
Artists should bring their own plates/matrices and pre-printed works on Japanese paper to work on over the weekend.
Jenny has been working almost exclusively with fine Japanese papers for the past 10 years, specifically on gampi shi, having learnt Japanese scroll backing techniques from master printer Paul Mullowny in San Francisco.
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Beyond the Blue: Contemporary Cyanotype Practice, with Eleanor Amiradaki
6-8 November 2026, 3 days.
Cost: AUD $1,150 plus $45 studio fee. Limited to 5 participants. See Terms and Conditions below.
This three day immersive workshop, led by printmaker Eleanor Amiradaki, invites artists to expand their cyanotype practice through technical exploration, experimentation, and the development of their own visual language. Across three days, participants will work through a range of contemporary cyanotype techniques, exploring methods of layering, overprinting, tonal variation, multiple exposures, movement, transparencies, and the incorporation of hand-drawn elements to create rich and expressive images.
Participants are encouraged to bring sketchbooks, reference materials, photographs, drawings, concepts, or objects that inspire them. Prior to the workshop, they will be invited to join a short introductory online session, offering guidance on preparing materials and developing ideas to make the most of the studio experience.
The first two days focus on building a broad technical foundation while encouraging experimentation with process and image-making. The third day is dedicated to extending these techniques through toning, material exploration, and individual project development, with time for participants to refine their work and pursue new directions with personalised guidance.
Eleanor has worked extensively with cyanotype, developing a practice rooted in material curiosity, observation, and a deep appreciation for the medium's responsiveness to light and its relationship with the natural world. Her teaching emphasises experimentation, sensitivity to process, and the creation of imagery that is both intentional and open to the unexpected.
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5-Day Masterclass: Non-Toxic Cardboard Drypoint & Large-Scale Printmaking
16-20 November 2026
Cost: AUD $1,650 plus $45 studio fee. Limited to 5 participants. See Terms and Conditions below.
For Professional Printmakers & Experienced Artists
Join us for an immersive, 5-day masterclass exploring the rich potential of non-toxic, sustainable cardboard drypoint—a technique pioneered by Jenny Robinson in California over two decades.
Developed as a versatile alternative to traditional etching, this innovative method eliminates acid and rosin without sacrificing the deep tonality, velvety burrs, and fine detail of classic intaglio. Using specially sourced cardboard matrices, artists can create expressive, highly textured plates faster, safer, and with complete freedom of scale.
Limited to just 5 artists, this workshop is designed as a relaxed, open-studio environment focused on material experimentation, refined platemaking, and professional guidance.
Flexible Scale & Materials: Work at whatever size suits your current practice. Each artist receives a full-size cardboard sheet [100x80cm] that can be cut into smaller formats (such as A1) or used whole, with options to purchase additional plates for double-sized works.
Platemaking, Wiping & The Big Press: Learn substrate selection, non-toxic plate prep, textural mark-making, and specialized wiping techniques to pull varied editions of one-of-a-kind monoprints from each matrix.
Supportive Studio Environment: Enjoy hands-on technical assistance to help you print smoothly and confidently on our large etching press—whether you're focusing on smaller compositions or scaling up at your own pace.
Sustainable Practice: Learn practical, non-toxic techniques and sustainable studio habits that easily transfer back to your own workspace.
Whether you choose to refine smaller, intimate compositions or push your practice onto a dramatic scale, this masterclass offers the space, equipment, and expert guidance to elevate your printmaking.
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Open Press Studio Weekend
5-6 December 2026
Cost: AUD $750 plus $45 studio fee. Limited to 5 participants. See Terms and Conditions below.
A flexible, supportive weekend for artists & printmakers
Join us for our popular Open Press Weekend—an open-studio experience designed for artists who want the dedicated press time, generous workspace, and technical support to print on their own terms.
The studio will be yours to use as a creative workspace, whether you want to print small intimate works, pull multiples on large paper, bring in existing plates, or explore bold monotypes on our big press, this weekend is built entirely around your vision.
Total Creative Freedom: Bring old plates, bring new ones, or experiment freely. There are no fixed assignments—just open studio time to focus on your project.
Access to Medium & Large Presses: Take advantage of our press bed capacity at your own pace. Work at standard sizes or use the scale of the big press to explore larger formats.
Plentiful Space & Natural Light: Work comfortably in our beautiful, light-filled studio with ample bench space to ink, wipe, and prep your paper without feeling rushed.
Technical Assistance & Mentoring: While this isn't a structured teaching workshop, Jenny will on hand throughout the weekend for ongoing technical assistance, mentoring, press setup, and an extra pair of hands whenever you need help handling large paper or troubleshooting your process.
Flexible Printing Options: Perfect for editioning, multi-plate printing, experimental works on paper, monoprints, or combining techniques onto large sheets of paper.
Whether you have a specific project in mind or simply want two days of uninterrupted studio time in a bright, collaborative atmosphere, come and print with us!
Workshop Terms and Conditions
Payments
You can secure your space on a workshop with a deposit of $250 per 2 or 3 day course, or $500 per 4 or 5 day course, at the time of registration. Enrollment will be confirmed once payment is received.
In addition to the Workshop charge an additional Studio Fee of $45 will also apply to cover miscellaneous supplies for your course.
Full payment of the balance of the workshop fees are required 60 calendar days prior to the commencement of the course.
All prices are in Australian Dollars. Cash, Cheque, Paypal and Money Order payments are not accepted. Partial payments are not accepted unless agreed by the Studio.
Terms, Cancellations and Refunds
Our Workshops are small to ensure the best possible experience, limited to a maximum of 5 people, but to be viable we are not able to accept late cancellations. Unlike other similar organizations, we do not require full up-front payment. However following confirmed registration and receipt of deposit payment there will be no refunds unless we are able to find a suitable replacement for your position.
The full remaining balance of the Workshop fee will be due 60 calendar days prior to the commencement of the Workshop. If payment is not made by this time the Studio reserves the right to assign your position on the Workshop to another artist. In this instance no refund of the deposit paid will be made.
Refunds or substitutions are not allowed if you miss part or all of a Workshop. We are not able to accept responsibility for changes to attendee's personal or work circumstances.
The Studio reserves the right to cancel or postpone a Workshop at the Studio’s sole discretion if there is insufficient participants or due to other unforeseen factors such as illness. In such cases the Studio will contact registered artists who will be given the opportunity to either transfer to another available Workshop with no administrative penalty or receive a full refund. The Studio will not be liable for any other expenses incurred by artists such as for travel and accommodation.
Workshop registrations are not transferable without prior agreement with the Studio.
Our Workshops are intended for experienced artists. For Workshops involving use of our Big Press artists may be required to demonstrate prior experience using large format presses. The Studio reserves the right to not accept Workshop applications at our sole discretion.
Waiting List
When a workshop is fully subscribed, we will start a Waiting List. If space becomes available in the workshop we will offer the spot to the first person on the list, and so on. Each waiting list participant will have 24 hours to accept before we offer the place on to the next person on the Waiting List. Placement on a waitlist also does not guarantee your place on any Workshop.
Workshop Supplies
Our studio will supply essential workshop materials. For each workshop we will send participants a Supply List 30 days before the workshop start date, which will list additional materials and tools that will be required, and should be purchased by each participant at their cost.
We will have extra materials and paper available to purchase beyond what is covered by the studio fee (A$45), dependent on availability.
Accommodation and other useful Information
Please refer to our section on Useful Information.
Pets
Pets are not allowed in the studio.